With UK staycations on the rise and prospects of going abroad slowly increasing, it’s time to get planning your next holiday. However, something we don’t often consider or give too much thought to is our luggage. Today there is an abundance of weekend bags, suitcases and backpacks on the market that all offer more space, support, compartments and things you never even knew you needed. We decided to review a suitcase from Away to see for ourselves the quality and usability.
About Away
Away is a global lifestyle brand that has been inspired by real travellers and has thoughtfully designed its luggage to transform modern travel. Online they provide you with rough guidance of how many outfits and days each suitcase is good for and what type of flights depending on its size. This was really helpful in helping to pick out the best option for me as there is a mixture of sizes to choose from. I went for the Bigger Carry-On suitcase so I could easily get it in my car, carry it from place to place and take it as hold luggage on a plane. I thought this size would best compliment the trips I take.
Perks and Features
When it first arrived, I was excited to open it and test it out at home. Its hard case showed that it would be able to stand any airport worker throwing it on and off planes, belts and vehicles, so I already felt confident in this product. The wheels were extremely adaptable and smooth and allowed lots of movement in whichever direction I took it. Your suitcase even comes with a hidden laundry bag which means while you are away you can sort your items out for ease when you return home. There is also a scuff sponge, so you can keep your suitcase looking new and smart no matter how often you use it.
They also offer a wide range of colours so you can find the perfect shade that represents you. You can even take this a step further and personalise it with your name or initials to make it even more special and personal to you. Gone are the days you can’t pick out which black suitcase is yours at arrivals.
Some more perks are the 100-day trial of the suitcase which proves how much Away believes you will love their products as much as they do. They also give their customers free shipping, so there are no additional costs and a limited lifetime warranty. You can even get an ejectable –and optional – USB charger included which allows you to charge any of your devices whilst on the go.
Test driving the suitcase
I decided I would take it on 2 trips to test out how versatile and easy it really was. My first trip was to a shepherd’s hut in Oxfordshire. We were only away for a night but due to the British weather, I needed to be prepared for rain or shine. All my clothes, footwear and beauty products fitted neatly into the suitcase and I even had space for a bottle of prosecco and some chocolate to start our holiday off in style. As we were staying in a shepherd hut, space inside was limited. However, I didn’t need to worry about the size of the suitcase as it perfectly fit under the bed during our stay and meant we could relax in the space without luggage dominating us.
The next holiday I took the suitcase, was a plane trip to Edinburgh. I needed more items for this holiday as we had planned to go hiking and do some yoga. Everything I wanted to take with me, I was able to and didn’t have to compromise and restrict what I wanted to bring. After all, we all like to bring options just in case. At the airport, the suitcase easily glided over the flooring making it no effort for me to have to wheel it around. As my flight flashed on the board to say the gate had opened, I went to get my seat on the plane and find a spot for my luggage. It lay in the overhead locker with ease and didn’t move the whole flight and was light enough for me to lift it into the lockers.
Overall Impression
Overall, my experience with the Away Bigger Carry-On suitcase has been fantastic. It has met all my expectations and fit into my world without me having to compromise. This meant it was one less thing I needed to worry about for my holiday as it ticked all my boxes and allowed me to pack neatly and bring everything I wanted. The hard shell also means all my belongings were safe during my trips too. If you are looking for stylish, elegant luggage to enhance your trips no matter how near or far, the Away travel products are definitely a must-have.
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