Packing Tips + Gear

Whether you’re looking for recommendations on a new suitcase or how best to use a packing cube, our travel experts have a guide for you.

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Are Packing Cubes Worth It? One Travel Expert Weighs In
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Suitcase Review: The Away Bigger Carry-On, Is It Worth Buying?
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3 Great Travel Pillows to Buy—Editor Tested & Reviewed
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Air Travel Tips: 4 Things to Know Before Flying with Food
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Why You Shouldn’t Put Your Suitcase On the Bed
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Packing Tips + Gear
A Guide to Carry-On Luggage Restrictions
January 03, 2024 02:01 PM
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Brooke Vaughan
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AFAR Approved
The Best Travel Gear AFAR Editors Bought (and Loved) in 2023
December 28, 2023 06:57 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
The Away Bigger Carry-On is one of AFAR's favorite carry-on suitcases.
AFAR Approved
Is the Away Bigger Carry-On Worth the Hype?
December 22, 2023 10:55 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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Packing Tips + Gear
The 20 Most Popular Travel Essentials AFAR Readers Bought in 2023
December 21, 2023 07:18 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
10 Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Frequent Travelers
Packing Tips + Gear
13 Great Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Travelers
December 19, 2023 01:08 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
The Best Travel Accessories We Never Leave Home Without
Packing Tips + Gear
The Best Travel Accessories We Never Leave Home Without
December 14, 2023 11:46 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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Packing Tips + Gear
AFAR’s Ultimate Guide to Traveling With Your Phone
December 13, 2023 01:59 PM
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Daniel Dumas
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Travel Tips + Etiquette
10 Ways to Make Sure Your Bags Don’t Get Lost When You Fly
December 11, 2023 07:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
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AFAR Approved
Is Rimowa’s Aluminum Luggage Actually Worth the Price?
December 08, 2023 02:08 PM
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Paul Rubio
Google Flights’ tools can help you avoid unexpected baggage fees.
Packing Tips + Gear
What Happens to Airlines’ Unclaimed Baggage?
December 08, 2023 08:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
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Packing Tips + Gear
It’s Not Too Late: These Black Friday and Cyber Monday Travel Deals Are Still Available
November 28, 2023 08:37 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
This Is the Best Tripod for Travelers
AFAR Approved
This Is the Best Tripod for Travelers—and It’s 30 Percent off This Black Friday
November 24, 2023 09:12 AM
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Rachel McCord
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Travel Tips + Etiquette
The Ultimate Travel Checklist: 9 Steps to a Stress-Free Trip
November 21, 2023 01:33 PM
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Bailey Berg
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Packing Tips + Gear
Away’s New Holiday Suitcases Will Brighten Up the Baggage Carousel—and They’re 20 Percent off Right Now
November 16, 2023 12:59 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Yes, You Can Totally Get Gravy Through Airport Security
Packing Tips + Gear
Yes, You Can Totally Get Gravy Through Airport Security
November 16, 2023 11:42 AM
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Katherine LaGrave
This Rumpl Travel Blanket Comes With Me on Every Long-Haul Flight
AFAR Approved
This Rumpl Travel Blanket Comes With Me on Every Long-Haul Flight—and It’s Currently 25 Percent Off
November 16, 2023 11:06 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Bombas Are (Really) the Best Compression Socks for Travel
AFAR Approved
Bombas Are (Really) the Best Compression Socks for Travel—and They’re 25 Percent off Right Now
November 10, 2023 01:03 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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Packing Tips + Gear
The AFAR 2023 Gift Guide
November 03, 2023 03:33 PM
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Packing Tips + Gear
31 Clever Travel Gifts Under $100 You’ll Want to Keep for Yourself
November 03, 2023 12:53 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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Packing Tips + Gear
The 17 Best Travel Gifts on Oprah’s 2023 Favorite Things List
November 02, 2023 01:32 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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28 Gift Ideas for Campers That They’ll Actually Use
November 01, 2023 10:48 AM
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Jessie Beck
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Packing Tips + Gear
The 50 Best Gifts for Travelers, According to Travel Experts
November 01, 2023 10:39 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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Holiday Travel
15 Advent Calendars Travelers Will Love
October 27, 2023 01:38 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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AFAR Approved
Tumi’s 19 Degree Expandable 4-Wheeled Suitcases Are My Go-To Luggage—Here’s Why
October 18, 2023 08:49 AM
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Paul Rubio
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Packing Tips + Gear
We Tested 40 Jackets for Plus-Size Travelers—These Are the Best
October 12, 2023 05:53 AM
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Naomi Tomky
Hard vs. Soft Luggage—Which Is Superior? Two AFAR Editors Hash It Out
Packing Tips + Gear
Hard vs. Soft Luggage—Which Is Superior? Two AFAR Editors Hash It Out
October 11, 2023 08:05 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Sage Green Monos Hard-Shell Luggage
Packing Tips + Gear
8 Small Business Sales to Shop Instead of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days
October 10, 2023 09:22 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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AFAR Approved
The Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Is My Go-To Travel Bag
October 06, 2023 04:48 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Apple Air Tag Review: Why You Need this Travel Accessory if You Check Bags
AFAR Approved
Apple AirTag Review: Why You Need This Travel Accessory if You Check Bags
September 25, 2023 05:20 PM
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Bailey Berg
7 Brilliant Collapsible Bags for the Space-Challenged Traveler
Packing Tips + Gear
9 Brilliant Pieces of Collapsible Luggage for the Space-Challenged Traveler
September 13, 2023 08:05 AM
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Adrienne Jordan
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