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4H-Consumer Choices 2014. Luggage. Why Luggage?. Essential for travelling Multi-use Wide variety Range in price. Things to Consider When Buying Luggage:. straps. Size Weight Handles Zippers Straps Wheels/No Wheels Stitching and Hardware Durability Water resistance . handle.
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4H-Consumer Choices 2014 Luggage
Why Luggage? • Essential for travelling • Multi-use • Wide variety • Range in price
Things to Consider When Buying Luggage: straps • Size • Weight • Handles • Zippers • Straps • Wheels/No Wheels • Stitching and Hardware • Durability • Water resistance handle zipper wheels Cross-body strap
Types of Luggage: Carry-On • Typically characterized by air travel • Small piece of luggage that can be taken onboard • Free of charge • Stowed in overhead compartment or beneath seat • Cannot exceed 45 inches • Weight limit—about 45 pounds • Usually limited to 1 or 2 per person • Best for: • Light travelers • Avoid baggage claim • Avoid baggage fees
Types of Luggage: Duffel Bags • Can offer huge capacities • No rigid parts and can be easily stored • Light in weight • Typically have several zippered pockets • Cross-body strap • Multi-use • Best for: • College students • Athletes • Camping/Climbing
Types of Luggage: Travel Packs • Internal framing • Shoulder straps • Built-in security • Hip belts • Typically compartmentalized to help with organization • Best for: • Adventurers • Highly mobile travelers • Avoiding cobblestone, stairs, or uneven terrain
Types of Luggage: Garment Bags • Made of flexible material—able to be folded • Used to transport hanging wardrobe • Suits • Jackets • Dresses • Protect clothes from dust, dirt, and smell • Best for: • Business travelers • Maintaining wrinkle-free clothes
Different Luggage for Different Occasions • Depends on the length of the trip • Type of travel • Business vs. Leisure • Depends on the needs of the consumer • Depends on the age, gender and style of the consumer • Depends on physical ability • Carry vs. Roll