Whether you're planning a quick road trip to the nearest beach or a much-needed couple's getaway, spending a few days away calls for a sturdy, stylish, and functional travel bag. We often turn to our favourite weekenders to hold everything we need for short trips and overnight stays. The best weekender bags are roomy enough to carry your clothes, toiletries, and a pair of comfortable shoes or two
While you can toss a laptop into just about any bag, the best laptop backpacks are specially tailored to pamper what is probably one of your most expensive (and delicate) possessions. That means a padded pocket lined with soft non-scratch material, easy access to your computer without unpacking everything and lots of extra pockets for portable mice, chargers and other accessories.
There's something oddly satisfying about watching outdoor gear shed its bulk. We've seen tents collapse into impossibly small pouches and sleeping bags compress into cylinders the size of water bottles. Now, Camprit is applying that same minimalist philosophy to camp stoves with their TiStove, and the results are kind of brilliant. The concept is deceptively simple. Take five titanium pieces (two foldable legs and three cooking panels), make them pack completely flat, and keep the whole setup under 1.5 pounds.
Packing lightly is not an art-it's a science. If you're someone, like me, who deeply cares about traveling with the right pieces- clothes you feel comfortable in that also match the destination or activity-the process requires research and precision. This is especially true if you're trying to fit multiple weeks' worth of clothes into a small piece of luggage, like a weekender bag.
Over the years, I've discovered several tricks to strategically pack for cold temperatures while still feeling like you have enough to wear. One of the most straightforward tips is to find pieces that do double-duty. A reversible winter coat, for example, is the type of item that provides two distinct looks throughout your travels-plus, you can wear it while in transit, and it won't take up any precious suitcase real estate.
As a food and travel journalist, I'm constantly on the move. Most days start the same way: laptop in my tote, water bottle in hand, and out the door-whether that means working from an airport gate, answering emails on a flight, or heading straight from meetings to dinners and events. When your office changes daily, having a laptop bag that keeps everything organized isn't just helpful-it's essential.
When it comes to travel, I'm proud to be a carry-on-only gal. It doesn't matter if I'm gone for a few days or a few weeks-traveling with my bag as light as possible is crucial for me, not only for peace of mind, but for constant movement, different forms of transportation, and ease. I also find that the more you travel, the less you need.