Suitcases
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Which size suitcase do you need?
Carry-on luggage suitcases: weekend trip
You can take small suitcases up to 56cm high with you in an airplane. You can also use them for a short business trip or city trip. Thanks to the 25 to 50L capacity, you can take about 10kg of luggage with you.Medium-sized suitcases: 1 to 2 weeks
In a medium-sized suitcase of about 69cm high, you can fit enough luggage for 1 to 2 weeks of vacation. That's because you can take 51 to 80L of luggage with you, which is about 10 to 15 kg.Large suitcases: 2 to 3 weeks
With about 75cm in height, you can take a large suitcase with you for travels of up to 3 weeks. The suitcase has a 80 to 110L capacity, which is about 15 to 20kg of items.Extra large suitcases: more than 3 weeks
Going on vacation for over 3 weeks? An extra large suitcase has enough space for all your stuff. With a 110L capacity or more, you can pack at least 20kg of luggage.
What's the difference between a hard shell and soft shell suitcase?
How do you set the TSA lock of your suitcase?
Frequently asked questions
What's a good suitcase?
The build quality of a suitcase depends on a number of properties. For example, keep the exterior of the suitcase in mind. A hard shell suitcase is sturdy and waterproof. The plastic type is also important. Curv is the lightest and strongest, for example. Polypropylene is strong, but weighs more. You should also keep the wheels in mind. A suitcase with double wheels is sturdy and rolls smoothly on all roads.
What are sturdy suitcases?
The sturdiest suitcases are hard shell or hard case suitcases. These suitcases have a plastic exterior that protects from bumps and moisture. There are different types of plastic. Polypropylene is strong but heavy. Curv and polycarbonate are the strongest and weigh very little. ABS suitcases are the least sturdy.
How large can your carry-on suitcase be?
How large your carry-on suitcase is allowed to be, depends on the airline. Each airline has their own rules. In most cases, a carry-on suitcase can be 55x40x20cm or 55x35x25cm. Some airlines only allow smaller sizes, such as 45x36x20cm or 40x30x20cm.
How heavy can your suitcase be?
How heavy your suitcase is allowed to be, depends on the airline. Usually, the maximum weight for checked luggage is between 20 and 23kg. Carry-on suitcases usually can't weigh more than 10kg. Be sure to check the rules from the airline.
Which suitcase sizes are there?
There are 4 different suitcase sizes: carry-on suitcases, medium suitcases, large suitcases, and extra large suitcases. Carry-on suitcases are up to 55cm high and have a capacity of up to 50L. Medium-sized suitcases are no larger than 70cm. You can bring 51 to 80L with you. Large suitcases are about 75cm high and have a capacity of 80 to 110L. Extra large suitcases are taller than 81cm. You can fit more than 110L.
What's a TSA lock and how do you set it?
A TSA lock is a special lock that prevents damage to your suitcase. Custom agents have a key that fits on every TSA lock. That way, they can easily open your suitcase during a check without breaking it. That's mainly useful when you travel to the United States. How you set the TSA lock, depends on the type of lock you have. In the article below, you can find an explanation for each type of lock.
