Luggage Travel Blog

It's not often we see Hartmann Luggage with discounts this deep, so this is definitely worth posting about!

Right now Hartmann is holding a 'Buy 1 Get 1 50% Off Sale' through May 31st. If you buy one Hartmann luggage piece, you can purchase a second piece of equal or lesser value for 50% off. This includes the popular Tweed, Intensity, Wings, and Aviator collections.

Hartmann is one of the oldest luggage manufacturers in America, and has a very loyal customer base, appealing to those who appreciate clean classic lines in durable and extremely functional travel cases. Tweed is a signature collection of Hartmann, but with updated features. The bags feature a lightweight and durable polypropylene molded internal frame, and the rolling cases have outboard Duracore wheels to reduce noise, run smoothly, and offer superb maneuverability through crowded areas.

The Intensity collection features "intensely" durable 1050 denier ballistic nylon with full-grain leather trim, while the Wings collection distinguishes itself with the exclusive diamond monogram patterned jacquard fabric or oxford weave with Cognac Belting Leather trim (try and say that 5 times fast!), and gold finished hardware. The Aviator collection offers a super-sleek line-up of quality laptop briefcases crafted of softly milled, full-grain Brazilian leather with aniline finish.

It's no wonder so many "heart" Hartmann! (I heard that groan.... :-)

If you haven't "sprung" into action yet, and nabbed a colorful Dooney & Bourke handbag, do it pronto. You can save an additional 15% off of the already discounted sale price on any bag in the entire line, but the sale ends TODAY!

Here's a few of my faves:

1) Pink zebra stripes anyone? Um, yeah! The Dooney & Bourke Zebra Striped Patent Leather and Canvas Sac Bag Fuchsia is anything but a wallflower. It all but yells, "Spring!" at the top of its pretty little lungs.

2) Pretty and delicate more your speed? The Dooney & Bourke Flowers North/South Cindy Tote is perfect for summer tea parties, and charming your way through any locked door.

3) Okay, I hear you -- you're a classic chic gal, and want a handbag that does your strutting for you. Try on the Dooney and Bourke Buffalo Leather Large Zipper Pocket Sac in black or brown. It's all leather, with lots of pockets for organizing, and will never go out of fashion.

We also have checkbooks and wallets, but take a cue from the name of the season, and jump on the deal now. It's outta here soon!

If you're a smart shopper like me (if I may be so bold), always looking for a sweet deal (and who isn't, really!) listen up. Irv's Luggage is offering huge discounts this week on select Timberland luggage. Choose either a 24", or 28" Timberland R73 Essentials upright for only $139.99, or the 22" version for only $119.99. We're talking as much as 76% off!

Timberland R73 Essentials bags are crafted of1682 denier ballistic nylon and feature PVC backing to protect your belongings and stand up to lots of wear and tear. They also have leather detailing for an extra punch of sophisticated style, and a light-weight telescoping handle system with in-line skate wheels for easy maneuverability.

Timberland R73 Essentials are currently in closeout, with limited stock available. This little extra boost of savings means the remaining stock probably won't last much longer, and what's more, the deal ends Sunday -- so jump on it now! That spring vacation is calling...

Victorinox has raised the bar on their popular Werks Traveler line, bringing version 3.0 to new levels of efficiency, durability, and maneuverability. Victorinox Werks Traveler 3.0 bags are 30% lighter and 30% bigger than most wheeled bags in that class. They've also added a new, flatter mono-pole handle that makes a smaller hump inside the suitcase, meaning more room to pack stuff. Then there's the new "SimpleStrap Bag System" that lets you attach a smaller bag to the top of the rolling pieces more securely and less obtrusively. Over all, these are some pretty sweet bags.

To sweeten the deal even more, though, Irv's now has a special purchase offer on Victorinox Swiss Army Werks 3.0 Silver Graphite Luggage. You can save up to 55% off of MSRP on these sleek, silver bags, while enjoying all the bells and whistles this new Victorinox line has to offer. Dare we say, a super silver lining?

If you're a fan of Briggs & Riley luggage, you probably know how rare it is to find their products on sale. That's why the fact that Briggs & Riley is currently having a huge winter sale, with selected items available for up to 50% off, is worth a blog post in itself. The company doesn't break price often, or allow dealers to break price, so let's take a moment to celebrate this rare event with a shout-out to B & R's history in manufacturing great bags!

Briggs & Riley was founded in 1993 by Richard Costa. Based in Haupauge, New York, the company is known for its "Simple as that" lifetime warranty, which means no matter how or where your bag was damaged, it's fully covered. Kudos to that policy! According to the Bureau of Transportation, more than 10,000 bags are mishandled by airlines on domestic flights every day. If yours happens to be among the chosen many, and it's a Briggs & Riley, it's a non-issue. Annoying, yes, but you're not out anything except a little time and energy.

Briggs & Riley has also had a few innovation firsts. In 2006, they were the first company to establish the LXpandable System, a one-touch, push-button system that instantly expands the bag as much as 35 percent. They were also the first to move the bag handle to the outside of the case, offering both a flat packing surface (fewer wrinkles!) and more interior space.

The newest innovations on the table at Briggs & Riley now include Travel Sentry® approved laptop bags that meet TSA guidelines for being check-point friendly (low-hassle at airline security check-points), an even stronger Outsider® handle, and lighter bags across the board.

If you thought the stores were full before Christmas, try heading to your local mall today -- WOW!!! You'd never know we were in the middle of an economic slump after fighting that traffic.

But it's the same every year right after Christmas. Folks head back to their favorite retail outlets to return or exchange gifts, and to take advantage of after-Christmas sales. It's always a beast! Bumper to bumper traffic..impossible-to-find parking spots...frazzled sales clerks...long lines... Give me a quick Internet check-out any day of the week. You still get the same sales, but can avoid the crowds--and that, my friends, is all kinds of holly, jolly, and ho, ho, ho!

Irv's is offering some serious blow-out prices right now definitely worth checking out. You can save up to 75% with after-Christmas, year-end closeouts on Travelpro, Samsonite, and Timberland among loads others. And we still offer free ground shipping on orders over $99, with a few exceptions, even on sale items.

Also keep your eye out for free gifts with purchase. For example, you can get a free travel scale with certain Eagle Creek and Titan items, a free Tumi bottle set with select Tumi items, a free rain poncho with any Timberland wheeled luggage purchase, or a free Samsonite Yacht Tote when you buy certain Samsonite items. Just look for the little logo by listed items.

Free monogramming is also available on hundreds of items. Just look for the monogramming box on the item's detail page where you input your initials, pick a color, and add it to your cart.

The deals really don't get much better, and we promise there's enough parking for everyone. And no lines!

Here's a neat tip--the Timberland R73 Essentials Collection is currently on sale at 70% off, and we're the only one who has them!

These are super nice bags, made of 1682 denier ballistic nylon and PVC backing for extra durability. Real leather detailing adds a touch of class, and the in-line skate wheels have an off-road tread that allow you to roll over any terrain en route to your destination. The bigger bags feature an add-a-bag strap so you can easily consolidate all your bags into one, easy-to-maneuver package.

There in close-out, so get 'em while they're still around!

It's official -- no more free baggage flying! Delta announced yesterday they're hopping on the baggage fee carousel. It's now a clean sweep--Delta is the last of the six legacy carriers to implement a fee for the first checked bag. As of December 5, passengers on domestic flights will be charged $15 for the first checked bag, and $25 for the second. Merry Christmas world!

In light of this inevitable, but less than welcome, announcement, seems like the perfect time to talk about the wonderful world of carry-on luggage! So today, I bring you some excellent pieces that also happen to be awesome deals, and all measure in at 45 inches or less, so they fit most airlines' carry-on size restrictions.

First up is the Samsonite Silhouette 10 21” Expandable Upright. This pretty puppy comes in three colors--red, olive, and black--and features a trifold removable suiter and toiletry kit, plus interior cross straps to keep contents in place. Best part is, the bag is currently 58% off, and comes with a free TSA bottle kit.

The Travelpro Crew 7 22" Expandable Rollaboard Suiter is also deeply discounted at 57% off, and feature-rich with a removable suiter, and removable high-mileage wheels with sealed bearings that make negotiating the airport's sprawl easy.

The Delsey Helium Hyperlite Carry On Expandable Trolly is, as the name suggests, a super light-weight bag that comes in four attractive colors--azure blue, fern green, red, and gray. The integrated flex frame with fiberglass reinforcement is what makes the bag so light, without sacrificing strength. Add to that an industrial grade aluminum recessed locking trolley handle that hides in an access pocket when you don't need it, as well as lots of pockets and weather-tight seams, and you have a traveling companion that's up for any trip. And did I mention it's 60% off?

Last but not least, the entire International Traveller carry-on line is on sale. Each piece is priced under $110, so you actually could afford to check your bag if you wanted! If boring is NOT your bag, these bags are definitely worth checking out. Zebra stripes, cow print, polka dots? Infuse your trip with a little fashion snap.