Is Labor Day a good time to buy luggage?

Securing the best luggage for your upcoming trip is essential, and this weekend is an excellent time to take advantage of a great Labor Day luggage sale. Whether you're in the market for the best hardside luggage or the best luggage sets, you can score steep luggage deals from multiple retailers this weekend.



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Generally, the best savings advice is to shop just as the season is ending. Because traveling peaks during the summer months and around the holidays, back-to-school time in August and January are great times to find deals on luggage.

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The Away Labor Day sale extends to travel gear and travel backpacks, too. Even the widely popular F.A.R. Backpack is on sale. Designed for hiking and outdoor adventures, it has a roomy 26-liter interior with multiple pockets and practical details like a water-resistant outer shell and water bottle sleeve.

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It's nearly always cheaper to book extra hold luggage in advance rather than paying excess baggage fees at the airport. Airlines know that keeping within weight/size limits is not always possible, so they encourage you to plan ahead by selling extra weight online.

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Most people tend to buy black or navy suitcases, says Phil Dengler, co-founder of the travel site The Vacationer. It can hide normal wear and tear—such as scratches—better than a light-colored one, and let's face it, darker tones can be a simple choice to default to when shopping for baggage.

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People love Monos luggage for its modern design, cool colors, durability and practical features such as built-in compression pads, TSA-approved locks and organized compartments.

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No matter the type of suitcase you're looking for, whether it's a durable hardside luggage, reliable carry-on luggage for frequent travel or a duffel bag for a long weekend, many Labor Day luggage sales are in full swing.

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Make the check-in process easier by prepaying for bags before your flight. For some routes, you'll also save money on fees. You must prepay for bags at least 24 hours before your flight to save.

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Is Monos better than Away? Monos suitcases offer better quality, durability, features, and price than Away luggage.

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If weight is important to you for a checked bag with airline weight restrictions, you'll be better off with a lighter-weight polypropylene suitcase or a softside one. In general, a hardside carry-on will weigh anywhere between 5 and 10 pounds and a lightweight checked bag will weigh 9 to 12 pounds.

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If you like to have the ability to access small items on the go, a soft-sided style with exterior pockets might be best. But if you want a suitcase that you can easily wipe off (after that airport latte spill), a hard-sided option is worth considering.

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Consider hard-shell luggage if you want durable, easy-to-maneuver luggage with a robust exterior to protect your valuables. Soft-shell luggage can be for you if you're seeking versatility, ease of packing, and a big interior.

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