Which brand of luggage is best depends on a few factors such as:
a) Your perception of what constitutes THE best!
b) Your intended purpose for the luggage (consider first class traveller versus round the world backpacker)
c) Your budget (you want to buy the best you can afford without wasting your money)
d) Your intended frequency of use for the luggage (consider durability)
e) What features you consider essential (e.g. colour, wheels, telescopic handle, matching sets etc)
What you consider the best brand of luggage based on your own criteria may not be the features that make another brand of luggage the best for someone else. The best is relative based on your own perception and a number of other factors. However, there are brand leaders who have reputations for being the best and one of these is without a doubt Samsonite. If you are just making one trip or intend to use the item of luggage reasonably infrequently then you don't need to spend a fortune. Beware of a too cheap deal because they are often too good to be true and may result in your luggage contents not surviving their trip with the baggage handlers.
When choosing your new luggage one of the most important considerations before brand is what do you intend to use the luggage for. If you plan to backpack around the world then you need an excellent quality backpack from a reputable outdoor supplies store not the latest in Samsonite hard case technology! However, if you intend to make multiple long-haul trips between continents then you need a durable case that will withstand the rigours of international handling. In this instance you want a tried and tested manufacturer who offers a guarantee on their products against defects.
Once you have established the purpose of your new luggage, you now need to identify the brand leaders and do some research on their available products. Check out Samsonite, Victorinox (Yes - the creator of the Swiss Army knife now does luggage!), TravelPro, Hartmann and Tumi. New products to ranges are often expensive as they have all the latest features and the advantage of any new technological updates. So, if you are budget conscious you can buy older ranges, often at heavily discounted prices still getting the durability and guarantees that the company offers but without the most up to date little extras or colour options.
Some companies are constantly involved with researching new and innovative ways to deliver the best quality product to their consumers at the best prices. These products then go through many hours of vigorous testing to ensure that you get a product that will last not just one trip but many years of multiple trips. Samsonite is one such brand who consistently provide this service and offer a guarantee to back up their claims.
When looking for the best brand of luggage to spend your money on consider the claims made on the labels, the length of guarantee if available and their reputation. Ask your family and friends what luggage they use as sometimes the best recommendation is word of mouth.
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