Summer time is here and that can only mean one thing, the summer holiday! While it can be fun picking out the perfect location and hotel and of course the clothes shopping, at the back of everyone’s minds is that all important issue of luggage. With so many out there how do you pick the right one for you and your trip?

To start picking out the luggage for your holiday at Very.co.uk we recommend a few things to take on board ; you need to think about how long you are going for as this will decide the size you need. If you are going for a week then you can choose a smaller one which is possible to carry on with you. For walk on luggage it should not be over 56cm×36cm×23cm, otherwise you will need to check it in. If you’re going for longer or need to change planes then a hard suitcase will be more appropriate.

There are a number of very practical tips you need to remember when picking out your suitcase, follow these and you’ll find not only the perfect luggage for this trip but for any trip you take in the future.

Firstly, check out the surface of luggage bags. This is to see whether there are any scars or dents in it. Also you need to check whether the edge of the suitcase is smooth or rough. If the edge is covered by aluminium alloy, then the fastness is also very important.

Before you buy any new luggage take a walk with it. As strange as this may sound it’s the perfect way to check the flexibility of bottom wheels. Also remember to check the handle, press the button and pull out the draw bar just to make sure it works.

If your chosen luggage has a hard appearance, lay it down and put some heavy things on it to test it out. Good quality luggage will be stable even you stand up on it.

Finally, and perhaps most importantly, check the quality of the lock. You don’t want anyone tampering with your luggage or its contents and a decent lock will prevent this.

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