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 ...

This article is a part of CNN Underscored’s Summer Travel Week, a weeklong focus on how to travel smarter and save money during one of the busiest travel seasons of the year. Luckily, many airlines ...

We’ve already talked you through how to pack a backpack for backpacking trips when you’re carrying your tent, sleeping bag and sleeping pad on your back, but what about how to pack a daypack? Do you ...

Like each member of my five-person family, I bring just one backpack on our week-long trips. We research the destination's weather and choose versatile clothes before putting our bags together.

Learn what belongs in a personal item vs a carry-on and pack smarter for every 2026 trip with these easy, airline-friendly ...

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Should you fold or roll your clothes? Is a duffel bag better than a backpack or a bag with wheels? How to pack light and avoid checked-bag fees (not to mention lost luggage). By Stephanie Rosenbloom ...