And given that you'll be schlepping it on your back or shoulders for hours at a time, a good personal item needs to be just as ergonomically designed as the best carry-on bags or the best luggage.

While you’re here, I’ve also written guides to the best personal item bags, the best toiletry bottles, and the best Dopp kits for men. And here’s a guide to what counts as a personal item.

Where we ask stylish individuals with particular, exacting, or simply exceptional taste to tell us about the things they’re actually buying. Read more here. Between finding a carry-on that will ...

With the most recent news that Southwest Airlines will start charging for checked luggage (in line with the policies of most ...

Traveling with just one bag will keep you unburdened ... or a sturdy backpack Though we don’t recommend any backpacks as a personal item in our guide, we tried the Patagonia Refugio Daypack ...

For example, American Airlines' carry ... allow economy passengers to bring one carry-on and one personal item – such as an underseat bag – at no extra cost. Click on the major domestic ...