The Wirecutter Show Pack Your Bags!
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Jan 29, 2025 Kit Dillon, a senior staff writer at Wirecutter specializing in travel, shares his expert insights on choosing the right luggage. He discusses the pros and cons of hard vs. soft shell bags and offers practical packing tips. Personal anecdotes add humor, like a wild encounter with an alligator at a baggage claim. Kit emphasizes investing in quality luggage and provides recommendations for carry-ons, duffels, and packing cubes, ensuring travelers have the best gear for adventures. Prepare to pack smarter and travel easier!
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Alligator on Carousel
- Kit Dillon recalls seeing a live alligator bound with electrical tape on a luggage carousel in Equatorial Guinea.
- It was apparently a gift for a wedding.
Initial Luggage Considerations
- Consider your travel style and how much you typically carry when buying luggage.
- A carry-on backpack suits solo or adventurous travelers.
Soft vs. Hard Luggage
- Hard-sided luggage doesn't offer significantly better protection than soft-sided.
- Soft-sided luggage is slightly preferable due to fewer failure points.