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3 budget-friendly carry-on suitcases that fit within 22”x14”x9” guidelines

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Every business traveler needs a great suitcase! And you don’t always have to spend an arm and a leg to get it. There are plenty of great budget-friendly carry-on suitcases that will easily fit in an overhead bin. These three are all right around $100! Anytime you’re buying a suitcase there are a number of…

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How to share overhead bin space

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Occasionally I look back fondly at my first couple of years as a business traveler (over a decade ago, hard to believe). Upgrades were plentiful, you could easily hop on an earlier flight, and there was plenty of room for carry-ons. Alas, things have changed. These days flying  standby is almost unheard of and getting…

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Amazon Prime Day deals that are great for travel

Prime Day starts today! There are already some fantastic deals, with more to come. Here is what I’ve seen and what I’m keeping my eye on. Note: Most of these deals are for a limited time only and are available only for Prime members. You can try Prime free for 30 days if you’re not…

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When to wait for people to put their suitcase into the overhead bin

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Last week I flew to the west coast and back for a series of customer meetings. The flights were generally good, on time, with a few open seats. Although coming home one flight was delayed into Phoenix and I had to run to catch my connection. I never would have made it if I’d had…

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15% Off Luggage for Amazon Prime Members

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If you’ve been eyeing a new suitcase this may be the time to buy. For a limited time Amazon is offering 15% off luggage for Amazon Prime Members, up to $15 off. This is a great way to score a new bag at an even deeper discount. Not all suitcases are eligible for this coupon;…

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Road Warriorette readers choose their favorite luggage brand!

Last week we asked readers to share their favorite luggage brand. There were a number of brands represented, but the overall winner was very clear….drumroll please….. Travelpro! Some of the reasons listed include maneuverability, durability, and capacity. Derek S. said, “they last forever and are the best bang for the buck.” Coming up in second…

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Closed. Giveaway! What is your favorite luggage brand?

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This giveaway is closed. Thanks for reading! A few years back we asked readers what their favorite  luggage brand was and why. We received a lot of wonderful feedback and it has become one of Road Warriorette’s most popular posts. Seems like it’s time to get an update from everyone, including myself. And there’s potentially…

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Top 3 Suitcases Under $150

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When buying a suitcase I really think you should buy the best you can afford. Luckily for those on tighter budgets there are some fantastic suitcases under $150. I have personal experience with all three of these brands and can vouch for their quality. They are also highly recommended by readers. Ogio Layover. I had…

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Must-have gear for new business travelers (from a fellow Road Warrior)

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Last week I shared some great tips I got from Reader H for making business travel easier. She started traveling for nearly full-time for work last summer, and generously took the time to list out a lot of the things that have made her successful. This week I’m going to highlight some of her must-have…

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Anyone Used AmazonBasics Luggage?

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I got a surprise text from my father-in-law this morning. “I want to  get a carry-on for Home Warrior’s mom for Christmas. Do you have  any suggestions?” A surprise because my FIL is typically way ahead of the curve on Christmas gift buying–we usually get emails asking what we want in mid-November. So the fact…

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