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.

10 Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Frequent Travelers
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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
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The Best Travel Accessories We Never Leave Home Without
December 14, 2023 11:46 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
A close-up of a person's hand taking a picture of a scenic river overlook.
Packing Tips + Gear
AFAR’s Ultimate Guide to Traveling With Your Phone
December 13, 2023 01:59 PM
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Daniel Dumas
Three Rimowa Original Collection suitcases in black, titanium, and silver colors on a white background with AFAR Approved logo in pink
AFAR Approved
Is Rimowa’s Aluminum Luggage Actually Worth the Price?
December 8, 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 8, 2023 08:00 AM
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Bailey Berg
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
Two Holiday Chrome suitcases with dark cranberry back shells and pearlescent rose gold front shells on confetti backdrop
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
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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
Dalmatian drinking out of a green Springer Classic Dog Travel Bottle
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The 17 Best Travel Gifts on Oprah’s 2023 Favorite Things List
November 2, 2023 01:32 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Coffee advent calendar in front of a Christmas tree with someone making a cup of coffee in the foreground
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
Woman carrying skis in parking lot wearing ski jacket.
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
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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
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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
a man and women walk into a cabin wearing Cotopaxi Allpa 35 liter backpacks
AFAR Approved
The Cotopaxi Allpa 35L Is My Go-To Travel Bag
October 6, 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
How Away Revolutionized the Future of Smart Suitcases
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Save Up to 35 Percent on Luggage During a Surprise Away Sale
August 18, 2023 12:17 PM
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Bailey Berg
Mother and child sitting on grass next to black backpack diaper bag from No Reception Club
Packing Tips + Gear
The Best Family Travel Gear, According to Well-Traveled Parents
August 10, 2023 04:55 PM
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Michelle Baran
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Packing Tips + Gear
Away’s Iconic Suitcases Just Got a Major Upgrade
August 1, 2023 06:34 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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Packing Tips + Gear
The Best Deals for Travelers in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2023
July 17, 2023 01:17 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Travel Carbon Monoxide Detector
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Why I Always Travel With a Carbon Monoxide Detector
June 22, 2023 04:03 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Pouring whiskey from a VSSL flask
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The Best Father’s Day Gifts for Travel-Loving Dads
May 25, 2023 01:11 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Beverage Bucket by Sea Bags
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The 9 Best Beach Bags for Travelers
May 15, 2023 06:01 PM
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Courtney Holden
blue tote bag
Packing Tips + Gear
15 Mother’s Day Gifts for Your Travel-Loving Mom
May 2, 2023 10:22 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Never (Ever!) Charge Your Phone at the Airport Without This $7 Travel Gadget
AFAR Approved
Never (Ever!) Charge Your Phone at the Airport Without This $6 Travel Gadget
April 13, 2023 08:08 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Group of five people hiking in the desert
Packing Tips + Gear
How REI Is Making the Outdoors Accessible for People of More Sizes
April 6, 2023 12:29 PM
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Naomi Tomky
The Foldable Kayak That You Really Can Take Anywhere
AFAR Approved
The Foldable Kayak That You Really Can Take Anywhere Is Now on Sale
March 23, 2023 03:08 AM
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Tim Chester
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