Backpacks have come a long way since the 70's, when hikers swore by (and at) bulky external frames and nifty side pockets were few and far between. Nowadays, we have a lot more choices: Hikers can opt ...

If you’ve ever found yourself unpacking half your kit in a hurry—to find your rain cover during a squall, mosquito repellent in early evening, first aid kit after a nasty fall—then you understand why ...

With all the bank holidays rolling in one after the other, it feels like everyone has fun getaways all planned and prepared. And the travel trend at the moment is to go light on the luggage for ...

If you’re anything like me, having a reliable travel bag is an absolute travel essential, which is why the viral Coowoz travel backpack immediately caught my attention. Whenever possible, I aim to ...

If you prefer your hands free as you hustle through busy airports and narrow train car aisles, then it's worth investing in a great travel backpack. You'd be surprised how much they can fit, and the ...

Budget airline flyers, minimalists and Marie Kondo — listen up. For those that travel light, hate checking a bag or just love having everything handy, having the perfect backpack can make or break a ...

Our expert guide to the best women's backpacks: from climbing, to walking, to traveling, it's time to do it all in comfort and style.

We hauled more than 25 duffels around the world to find the nine toughest, most versatile bags for adventure travel in 2026.