Aspinal Revival Case. Courtesy of Aspinal of London Ltd
Aspinal Revival Case. Courtesy of Aspinal of London Ltd
Aspinal Revival Case. Courtesy of Aspinal of London Ltd
Aspinal Revival Case. Courtesy of Aspinal of London Ltd

Travel Essentials: A carry-on that holds it all


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Tumi Bedford Cartway

Aimed at frequent flyers who like to turn left, not right, when getting on a plane, Tumi bags are expensive, beautifully constructed and impressively practical. In Italian coated canvas with leather straps, this new two-wheeled bag has plenty of interior and exterior pockets, and top, side and bottom handles. Heavy, though.

In Earl Grey, 54x37x23cm; 6.5kg. Dh8,415, Tumi, Dubai Mall (www.tumi.com; 04 434 3133).

Aspinal Revival Candy case

In a new range from a company that's made its name with the quality of its small leather goods, this stylish cream calf-leather two-wheel case has a tan leather trim, top and side carry-handles and a concealed telescopic handle.

Dimensions are 51 x 37x 22cm; 5kg. £895 (Dh5,144) plus £19 (Dh109) p&p (www.aspinaloflondon.com; 00 44 1428 648 180).

Samsonite Sahora Regeneration

Samonsite is known for its lightweight, tough, durable luggage. This is about as simple as carry-ons get, with just one exterior pocket, two wheels, and no interior clutter. 55x37x25cm; 2.62 kg. In blue, and also red and black.

Dh740, Samsonite, Dubai Mall (www.samsonsite.com; 04 339 8690).