That’s why our list below has theft-proof bags as well as a variety of other vacation-ready picks, including a Coach leather travel bag, because one man’s duffel is another’s travel purse.

For short trips on a budget, “you can absolutely travel with just a personal-item bag,” says travel creator Jessica Ufuoma. It’ll potentially make for a more enjoyable vacation.

So when the brand announced this larger travel-friendly version of the popular bag, I immediately ordered one to test out. Made from soft and slouchy leather, it’s a big bag that can definitely ...

Call it a travel emergency stash, a travel essentials kit or a save-the-day bag; whatever the name, it contains crucially helpful items stored in a roller bag or checked luggage that ensures a ...