Luggage & Travel Gear Blog Archives

It's Cyber Monday, deal-seekers, and if you didn't burn out on shopping yet, you can take advantage of truly great offers today. Check out the top 8 Staff Pick deals we found over the weekend and this morning.

Back to School sales offer a great opportunity to shop for cheap backpacks. With tips on features, styles, and brands, our comprehensive backpack guide can help you buy a bag for your elementary, middle, or high school student.

October is a great time for camping. If that sounds appealing but you don't have the gear, head over to REI Garage and get up to 60% off a selection of apparel, shoes, and camping gear. Here are nine outdoor basics you'll need to camp in comfort.

If you're overwhelmed by back-to-school shopping, fear not — Disney Store has a lot of what you need. Plus, it's taking up to 70% off a selection of toys, clothing, and more during its Swell Sale. Here are 10 items to help you prepare for the first day of school.

Get ready to make space in your closet! Timberland is cutting an extra 20% off sale styles during its Summer Sale. It's the best sale we've seen from Timberland this season, so we've selected eight items for you to consider before the deal ends July 19.

Summer is the season to travel, which is probably why Samsonite is taking 30% to 40% off during its Independence Day Sale! We've picked out eight items that meet a range of requirements, so you'll have no trouble finding a bag that suits you.

With more than 75 years of experience, Coach has practically perfected the art of leatherworking. Ever better, it's currently taking 50% off a selection of men's and women's styles during its Summer Sale. Plus, all orders bag free shipping. Basically, the stars have aligned for you to shop for leather accessories, so here are 10 great options.

Dads are tough to shop for, but it's really no excuse to skip Father's Day, especially when Cabela's is taking up to 70% off a selection of apparel, tools, and outdoor and camping gear. during If your dad is a total mother nature's son, here are nine gift ideas he'll love.

We're getting to that point in the year where it's way too hot to dress for anything besides comfort. Luckily, adidas Golf offers smart, sporty pieces designed to stand up to the elements. Save an additional 40% off women's sale items, which are already marked up to 70% off.

If you've been struggling with your fitness-related New Year's resolution this year, don't worry, it's only April! And if you need a little extra push, Bodybuilding.com is taking 50% off a selection of men's and women's apparel and accessories via coupon code "ALLMUSTGO" as part of its Blowout Sale. Snagging some new fitness apparel or a useful accessory might be just the boost you need. Here are six possibilities.

One of the toughest parts of being an adult is realizing that the fictional worlds you love are not real, and you'll never visit them. To cope with this harsh reality, it's totally understandable that you'd turn to collectibles. A good place to look for them is GameStop, where you can currently buy one select clearance item and get a second for 50% off.

If you're looking for the perfect gifts for all those special ladies in your life, we've got you covered with these eight offerings. Some of these items are already discounted, while others could go on sale as the holidays get closer. Read on to fill some stockings!

We've uncovered the best pre-Black Friday clothing deals that you can take advantage of now! Read on to find serious savings, including some of the best discounts we've seen all year.

Groupon is giving new customers an extra 25% off one local, goods, or getaway deal. That's the best discount we've ever seen at the site, so it's an ideal time to give Groupon a try. We've come up with 10 ways you might use the coupon, on everything from photo printing to oil changes.

Designer handbags are one of the first big investments for many a fashionista. But a single purse is unlikely to be appropriate for every situation. Luckily, Last Call is cutting up to 75% off a selection of handbags, with prices starting at $6.

Today you can shop the best BOGO offer we've ever seen from Claire's. While there are certainly deals to be had on trendy earrings and bracelets, here we've rounded up 10 items beyond the obvious jewelry that might be a nice addition to your life.

Ever wanted to wear an octopus on your back? What about a cheeseburger? These 10 weird and nerdy backpacks are fun to look at and imagine using, even though you know you're probably just gonna buy another JanSport this fall.

Last year, the average family with children in grades K-12 planned to spend about $630 on back-to-school shopping. If you're looking to save money on the annual ritual, wait to buy these six back-to-school items until after school starts.

With the summer travel season here, it's a good time to remember your travel manners. We cover five things annoying travelers do that drive the rest of us nuts (including some that could cost you time and money while away), and offer tips to help you avoid being "that guy" when you're on vacation.

Back-to-school season is nearly upon us. Whether you're looking for school supplies, new outfits, or both, we found the top stores to make your back-to-school shopping easier.

We rounded up ThinkGeek's 10 best-selling items for 2016, featuring weird watches, glowing hoodies, and a whole lotta Star Wars stuff. Trust us: These items will have you reaching for your credit card faster than you can say, "Han shot first."

Whether you're on the hunt for pretty pens, trend-setting apparel, or a shiny new laptop to get school-ready, we're here to help you navigate the best of the back-to-school sales by looking back at the cream of the crop of last year's offerings.

"Knee Defender" briefly became one of the fastest-growing searches on Google this week, after the small, plastic product, which prevents airline seats from reclining, caused a fight midair. Knowing this, there are other ways to improve your comfort while traveling that won't bother those around you.

We spoke with several industry experts who shared their thoughts on how to land the right luggage for your budget. And even if a suitcase isn't all that glamorous to you, just think of all the exotic places it can take you!

For most Americans, Labor Day means the end of summer, but the first Monday in September also means big savings for bargain hunters. And even though Labor Day isn't considered a consumer holiday, retailers don't tend to miss any opportunity to offer sales. And Labor Day 2012 is no exception.

Retailers may already be rolling out back to school sales, but that doesn't mean you have to rush out and buy your supplies immediately. We analyzed our archives to see what kind of deals you can expect to find on select campus essentials in the coming weeks, as well as when you should buy them.

Kids are taken from their families and forced to fight to the death on a remote island. This is the plot of "Battle Royale." But, it turns out, it's also the plot of a new book / movie combo, too: The Hunger Games! In this piece, we investigate the monetary value of Katniss' bag. You know, the one — NO SPOILERS!

March is here, and even though you may be planning to stay glued to the couch for all of March Madness, we bet you'll also be doing a bit of spring shopping as well. So we've mined the extensive dealnews archives for sales, coupons, and individual products from the past few years to guide you in your quest for the most savvy purchases this month.

The kids have already started school, and the next major shopping holiday on your radar is, probably, Black Friday. But there's still time to focus on other worthy shopping goals — like rethinking your child's knapsack. Everything a kid touches has a short life span, so it makes sense here, more so than in any other area of your life, to focus on being eco-friendly. Green Dad Lou Carlozo has six tips to bring savings and the environment together under one schoolhouse roof.

It's bag-to-school time — and that's no typo, deal lovers. No matter your carrying needs, the bag's the thing. Find great deals on bags, backpacks, and other travel gear just in time for fall.