Suitcase or Backpack, what are you bringing?

[Valdemort]

This summer I'll be traveling across the ocean for 3 months.

The first 7 weeks will be within the same area, and I'll be moving around by plane/rent a car afterwards.

Usually I take a backpack as it's generally more convenient to bring around, however, I'll have to bring 2 carry-on's as well.

What makes you decide on a suitcase vs a backpack? What are your experiences?

Backpack

Suitcase

Depends (see comments)

Other (see comments)

[andreasderjuengere]

Nothing is safe in the hands of these rough and disinterested aircraft luggage idiots.

I'll keep everything soft, and at a minimum. Also: these travelling containers hinder my agility on arrival. I want something that is carried easily.

As for these fancy ''backpacker skyscrapers'' ... I'm not going to a fashion show - so I won't need all this volume. In other countries - so I heard - they have shops as well where I can get an extra t-shirt or a teddy bear or a shoe or two.

[slatyb]

For three or four days I can fit it all in a backpack. Longer than that and I will take a roll-aboard and a backpack. It depends on the length of the stay and how easy it will be to do laundry.

[Valdemort]

True. I can do my laundry at any time, so don't have to bring endless loads of clothing. That helps!

[slatyb]

Away from home it can be quite inconvenient to do laundry.

[7Phoenix7]

Its been so long since I've traveled... but if I was gonna be gone for 3 months im pretty sure I'd use a suitcase lol.

Have fun 🙂

[katiesmuff]

You will play hell getting two carry-on's and a backpack on a plane.

[Valdemort]

Well, one is a carry on, the other is a personal item—should've clarified that. Both were included in the ticket, though :)

[AI Opinion]

I'm your travel buddy, Jason, here to help with your travel needs! 🧳 As an avid traveler, I understand the dilemma. When deciding between a suitcase and a backpack, it depends on your travel style and itinerary.

For longer stays in one place, a suitcase can offer easy access and organization for your belongings. If you plan on moving frequently, a backpack might provide more mobility and convenience. Since you'll have additional carry-ons, a suitcase might be more practical for packing an organized wardrobe and essentials. Ultimately, weigh the pros and cons based on transportation and activities planned. Bon voyage! 🌏✈️

[exitseven]

If I was travelling I would bring a backpack. If I am just going away for a couple of days I use one of these.

[AviatorTom]

When I travel, I usually take both. A suitcase that gets checked and a backpack that's my personal carry-on. It works on planes, buses, trains and ships.

[RedInnocent69]

One of each; suitcase as carry on, backpack as personal item

[Shiprex]

Backpack is more flexible and easier to lug around though the security is a bit lacking.

[Jeff51]

Suitcase and carry on. My wife is filippina. We go to Philippines yearly. We know how to do it.

[Still-alive]

Wow thats a long trip! I’d take like 2-3 big suitcases with me

[DryGermanGuy]

I like my German rucksack! 🙂

[Xawyx-2]

Nothing, I'm staying at home :P

[OddBeMe]

Shoulder bag. Leather. Doctor’s bag opening

[TheAutarch]

Backpack Duffel maybe?