These days, there are nearly endless options for luggage and which type you choose depends on a variety of things, like the length of your trip, the nature of your trip, and the style of luggage you prefer. Our Newark Airport parking company shares some tips for your next business trip or vacation:
Length of the Trip
Which luggage you choose largely depends on how long you’ll be gone on your trip. If you’re taking a weekend trip, choose something small (such as a duffle bag or a small suitcase) that you can use for a carry-on instead of checking a bag. At our Newark Airport parking company, we always suggest choosing carry-ons over checked bags because with carry-ons, you’ll never have to worry about the airline losing them. (It’s usually cheaper, too.)
If you’re headed somewhere for several weeks, however, you’ll probably want to opt for a larger suitcase that you’ll need to check. Choosing one with several segmented pockets can be helpful for organization and make finding the things you packed easier.
Nature of the Trip
Are you heading somewhere for business or for pleasure? Sometimes which type of luggage you choose depends the nature of your trip. If you’re going somewhere for business and need to pack dress clothes like suits and ties, you may want to try a garment bag. These types of bags can keep your clothes neatly hung and wrinkle-free, and some give you extra storage pockets for toiletries or shoes.
If your’e heading somewhere for pleasure, you can opt for a duffle bag or a suitcase, but think about how you’ll be getting around once you’ve reached your destination – you don’t want to be lugging around large, heavy suitcases if you’ll be walking a lot. Instead, try packing fewer items into a bag and do some laundry while you’re there.
Luggage Style You Prefer
Today, luggage comes in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, colors, and with lots of features. If you’re in the market for new luggage, think about the style you prefer. Some people opt for the more modern hard-shell suitcases in order to keep their belongings better protected. These suitcases are good if you’re checking your luggage, however, remember that they’re not pliable and you can’t over-stuff them like you can soft luggage.
There are also luggage pieces these days that have four wheels instead of two. The four wheels let you roll your luggage upright through the airport and to your destination instead of pulling or pushing it on two. This can make things much easier, as you won’t have to worry about it tipping over or worry about accidentally dragging it into things.
Tell us – which type of luggage do you turn to when you travel?