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The best luggage brands and suitcases to invest in for your 2024 holiday

Stylish and sturdy luggage is a must if you're going away

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Hollie Brotherton
Lifestyle & Commerce Senior Writer
Updated: November 26, 2024
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Planning a 2024 holiday? Whether it's a beach trip abroad, a staycation or a city break, if you're travelling you'll want to be in the know about the best luggage to take with you.

Your suitcase is a place to keep your most important possessions, so security and practicality are a must. You likely want something lightweight but sturdy, and if you're anything like us, stylish.

If you're flying and have a suitcase going in the hold, it's also a good idea to invest in an AirTag - from £28 for UK customers and from $27 if you're in the US - so you can keep track of your things.

Make sure your name and phone number are on your case to speed up its return, and remember to pack plenty of essentials in your carry-on too. I'd also recommend investing in some packing cubes to streamline your suitcase and make organising your things much easier.

From classic suitcases to overnight bags and some very luxe designer luggage, I've found all of the best options with top reviews available to shop now for your next holiday.

How I chose the best suitcases

  • Trusted brands: I've only included brands the HELLO! shopping team know and love. We're all avid travellers, so we're familiar with a wide range of suitcase types and models.
  • Reviews: Where we couldn't personally test the suitcase ourselves, I've only included models which have a high number of positive reviews from verified shoppers.
  • Variety: I wanted to cater for all types of travellers. Whether you're looking for luggage for a weekend trip or the best suitcase for big families, you'll find it here - including luxury and budget options.

The best luggage to shop for 2024

Antler Icon Suitcase

Antler icon
  • Capacity: 38.4 litres (cabin), 81.5 litres (medium) 122.3 litres (large)
  • Weight: 2.7kg (cabin), 3.9kg (medium), 4.9kg (large)
  • Material: Polycarbonate
  • Colours available: Green, Black, Taupe, Purple, Pink

Antler's bestselling suitcases are renowned for being spacious, sturdy and stylish, and they currently have 30% off site-wide for Black Friday.

Sharnaz Shahid, HELLO!'s Deputy Online Editor tested the new Icon collection: "I couldn't wait to get my hands on this hard-case suitcase for my latest holiday - after using a cabin suitcase without a top handle, this was a lifesaver! Not only does this suitcase look slick and stylish, I was impressed with how little damage it sustained during my journey. Its wheels proved robust even after continuous lugging up and down stairs as well as placing it in the luggage rack. Even when gliding through cobbled streets, I was happy this case didn't make too much noise and easily went over anything bumpy. 

Thankfully weather wasn't an issue for my escape, but I was revealed I didn't have to worry about it thanks to it's water-resistant exterior. It's all in the detail though with this well-manufactured design - the spinner wheels were perfect and I loved the bespoke comfort-grip handle. Not only that, the expandable case comes with a dust bag for safe storage at home. You can also have the option of buying an adjustable strap to help secure luggage well too."

Away Classic Suitcase

Away suitcase
  • Capacity: 38.9 litres (cabin) 68.8 litres (medium), 99.2 litres (large)
  • Weight: 3.7 (cabin) 4.8kg (medium), 5.6kg (large)
  • Material: Polycarbonate
  • Colours available: Black, Navy Blue, Coast Blue, Cloud Grey, Clay Pink, Salt White

Cult luggage brand Away is so popular thanks to its chic designs with lightweight and scratch-resistant shells. They also have impressive interior organisation, 360° spinner wheels and handy extra features like a laundry bag. Available in a whole range of sizes and colours, they're all fully expandable.

This Black Friday you can shop the entire collection with 25% off.

M&S Amalfi 4 Wheel Hard Shell Suitcase

Amalfi suitcase
  • Capacity: 30 litres (cabin), 55 litres (medium), 88 litres (large)
  • Weight: 30g (cabin), 55g (medium), 88g (large)
  • Material: Plastic
  • Colours Available: Dust Pink, Yellow, Charcoal, Blue, Sage Green

Marks & Spencer's Amalfi suitcases are selling fast thanks to their high quality and low price point. They come in three different sizes and a whole range of colours, plus all of the practical features you need. These include internal packing straps, a zip-around divider, internal pockets, four double-wheels, and a retractable pull handle. They also come with a 10-year guarantee, which is great for your peace of mind.

Amazon Basics Hardside Luggage

Amazon suitcase
  • Capacity: 39 litres (cabin), 69 litres (medium), 105 litres (large)
  • Weight: 3.31kg (cabin), 4.26kg (medium), 5.35kg (large)
  • Material: ABS material
  • Colours Available: Black, Light Blue, Navy Blue, Orange

If you’re shopping for a budget option, Amazon Basics Hardside Suitcase is excellent, and it has the reviews to back it up - over 33k five-star ratings, and counting. It has a protective hard shell and is made of extra-thick ABS for greater strength and durability. There’s a fully-lined interior with three zipped pockets to make organising your belongings easier - plus it’s expandable up to 15% and has four double spinner wheels.

Nere Bondi Suitcase

Nere suitcase
  • Capacity: 35 litres (cabin), 96 litres (medium) 156 litres (large)
  • Weight: 2.4kg (cabin), 3.6kg (medium), 4.7kg (large)
  • Material: Polypropylene
  • Colours available: Panna Cotta, Lilac Black, Aqua, Oatmilk, Pink

If you're looking for a suitcase you won't struggle to spot on the luggage carousel, the Bondi cases from Aussie brand Nere come in a whole range of stylish colours. They're also seriously lightweight and feature smooth gliding dual spinner wheels making them easy to carry (or pull) around for a stress-free journey, but still boast a durable and scratch-resistant hard shell. Fully expandable, they feature a TSA-approved combination lock, fully lined interiors and even a detachable mesh wash bag.

Right now, shop all Nere luggage with up to 50% off in the Black Friday sale.

John Lewis Anyday Girona Case

John Lewis suitcase
  • Capacity: 35 litres (cabin size), 65 litres (medium), 103 litres (large)
  • Weight: 2.6kg (cabin size), 3.6kg (medium), 4.6kg (large)
  • Material: Polycarbonate
  • Colours available: Yellow, Black, Grey, Navy, Red

The Girona suitcases from John Lewis' ANYDAY range are bestsellers. The cabin size is particularly popular with a 4.4/5 star rating. It has a durable ABS hardshell, a TSA lock located on the side and elastic compression straps inside to keep your essentials secure.

Samsonite Upscape Hardshell Suitcase

Samsonite suitcase
  • Capacity: 39 litres (cabin), 75 litres (medium), 104 litres (large)
  • Weight: 2.3kg (cabin), 3kg (medium), 3.4kg (large)
  • Material: Polypropylene
  • Colours available: Black, Dark Blue, Khaki

Samonite's Upscape suitcase is so spacious but still super lightweight - the cabin size is just 2.3kg. Fully expandable, it also features a TSA lock and a washable interior with zipped sections and packing straps to keep everything exactly where you want it. Multiple reviews say it's very easy to manoeuvre.

Carl Friedrik Traverse Backpack

Carl Friedrik Traverse Backpack
  • Capacity: 27 litres
  • Weight: 1.95kg
  • Material: Nubuck leather (also available in nylon)
  • Colours available: Brown, Black

Editor's Note:

Both practical and chic, luxury luggage brand Carl Friedrik's Traverse Backpack is ideal if you're going away sans suitcase but don't necessarily want to pack light. At 27L it's the most spacious backpack in the brand's collection. Made from durable Nubuck leather with a brushed suede-like finish, it also features 11 pockets, a classic drawstring closure design with a fold top and a snap buckle closure. It's a worthy investment if you're always on the go.

RIMOWA Original Aluminium Suitcase

Rimowa suitcase
  • Capacity: 31 litres (small cabin), 35 litres (cabin), 49 litres (cabin plus), 60 litres (medium), 86 litres (large), 105 litres (trunk plus)
  • Weight: 4.2kg (small cabin), 4.3kg (cabin), 4.7kg (cabin plus), 5.4kg (medium), 6.2kg (large), 6.4kg (trunk plus)
  • Material: Aluminium
  • Colours available: Titanium, Silver, Black, Arctic Blue

If you want to invest in some luggage that will stand the test of time, choose the RIMOWA Original suitcase. Made from the highest quality anodised aluminium, it's seriously robust (and stylish). Also featuring easy-to-move noise-reducing wheels and a sturdy extendable handle, it's built for a lifetime of use.

Globe-Trotter Centenar Suitcase

Globetrotter
  • Size: 70cm x 47cm x 25cm
  • Weight: 5.7kg
  • Material: Canvas and leather
  • Colours available: Ivory, Brown, Black

Be the most stylish person in the airport with Globe-Trotters Centenary suitcase. Both luxe and practical, it features the iconic leather trims that were created using a time-honoured process, taking five days to complete. Lined with water-resistant material, it secures with carbon steel locks and is set on 360-degree rotating wheels.

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