I went backpacking through Europe for two weeks and traveled by train through four countries. The trip left me thinking about how backpacking compares to traveling with a carry-on suitcase. A backpack ...

This article is a part of CNN Underscored’s Summer Travel Week, a weeklong focus on how to travel smarter and save money during one of the busiest travel seasons of the year. Luckily, many airlines ...

I tested a dozen backpacks from Bellroy, Bagsmart, REI and more to find the best, most durable personal travel item for airlines to save you from getting dinged by gate fees ...