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Here at LuggageFactory.com our team of Travel Experts receive frequent calls about carry-on luggage. We are often asked, “What is the best carry-on bag?” “What is the perfect carry-on luggage?” “What carry-on fits on every airline?” “Which bag is best for business travelers?” and many more similar questions. Due to constantly changing TSA and airline policies, it can be very hard for travelers to...

[caption id="attachment_2326" align="aligncenter" width="606"] In 1930, Philadelphia Leather Goods Co. moved to our current home of Lambertville, NJ. Philadelphia Leather Goods Co. changed its name to Luggagekraft and built a new factory in 1937.[/caption] LuggageFactory.com’s earliest roots can be traced back to 1908 when we first started to manufacture luggage in the U.S.A. At the time our company was named Philadelphia Leather Goods. This company eventually employed 300 people in Philadelphia before it moved to our current home of Lambertville, NJ, and changed its names to York Luggage. From there York Luggage grew to be the 3^rd largest manufacturer of luggage in the U.S. . We employed hundreds of Americans making high quality luggage by hand. It wasn’t until the 1980’s when American manufacturing went overseas to Asia, that York Luggage decided to focus on retail and adopted the name Luggage Factory selling all of the leading luggage brands.

The best, but most chaotic time to travel is the holidays. Keep in mind that the vast majority of the world is also trying to travel during these times. Here are a few simple tips to make it to your destination and survive that holiday craze. Book early. As soon as you know you’ll be traveling around peak times, book your flights. The earlier you book, the cheaper they will be. Traveling early...

With all of the concerns about weight limits and size restrictions, the security of your items can sometimes be lost in the shuffle. It’s uncommon to think of locking luggage because it is beyond the traveler’s control after checking in bags. However, a small lock can go a long way in preventing the frustration of stolen luggage or valuables. 3 digit-TSA approved combination locks act as both a...

There are only a few things worse than making it to your vacation destination without one of your travel essentials. We've compiled a cheat sheet to make it so you never have this problem. Remember, set aside some time to pack because rushing can be a major pain. A great, well-organized bag is the key to any trip. Whether you only bring a carry on, checked bag, or both there are a few essentials...