The Best Luggage For International Travel, From Someone Who's Been to 80 Countries

Coolife Suitcase Set ($180)

Coolife luggage dates back to 1986 when a couple with decades of experience in luggage manufacturing decided to start their own factory. By 2008, they created Coolife to combine innovative technology and thoughtful designs. And their suitcase sets, like this one, are a testament to their storied experience.

Why we love it: Coolife's suitcase set is a perfect pair. The set is an affordable one, coming in with a price tag for two suitcases that's far below the price of just one elsewhere. It comes in Night Navy, Titanium Gray, Sakura Pink, and Snowy White. The check-in bag is 28 inches tall and weighs 10.5 pounds. The carry-on is 20 inches tall and weighs 6.7 pounds. The carry-on also features an easy-access front compartment with plenty of pockets for storing a laptop (up to 15 inches), your travel journal, and other small items. But the bigger one has a TSA-approved lock to safeguard any valuables, too.

What to keep in mind: While these two suitcases are sold as a set, you can also purchase the pieces separately. So in case you only need a check-in or a carry-on, Coolife is still an option you should keep in mind.