Bargain hunters go wild for ‘luxury' £55 cabin bag scanning for £20 in Matalan as prices slashed on travel essentials
BARGAIN hunters have gone wild for a "luxury" £55 cabin bag that is scanning for just £20 in Matalan.
And if you are heading off to your holidays they are a perfect fit for Virgin and British Airway flights.
So if you're lucky enough to be jetting abroad any time soon, but don't want to fork out for a pricey hold bag, you've come to the right place.
The Cabin Bag
One savvy shopper posted a pic of the suitcase on Facebook with the caption: " Matalan stores . Instore only Bargain £20"
The post has since amassed over 100 likes, and shoppers were quick to share their thoughts, with one person writing: "Where can I buy this?
Another said: "I bought two of these yesterday!"
The cabin bag in question is the IT Luggage Black Desirable Soft Suitcase and it costs £55 online.
But if you go into the store you can grab it for only £20 which is a massive saving - especially if you buy more than one.
Because Matalan is offering a selected number of cabin cases in store at a discounted price of £20 but it's subject to availability - so be quick.
The Details
The case has luxury gold detailing and comes with a 10 year warranty.
It is designed with a diagonal quilting fashion emboss and unique EVA moulded front panels that create stunning appeal and great protection.
It also comes with an easy-access front pocket so that you can keep all your essentials close with the large zippered pocket located on the front of the case.
And it comes in a range of colours including grey, sand and navy.
Primark launches new range of cabin bags on wheels - they're approved by all budget airlines & there's matching carry-ons too
There is also a hard case option in black, green and lilac which has a tried and tested tough design to withstand the rigours of travel.
Other Luggage Options
The Range is selling a £25.99 cabin bag on wheels that makes packing a breeze & it even fits Ryanair's strict rules.
Even better - the multi-functional Bordlite Cabin Approved Rucksack can be used as a rucksack or wheeled travel bag, so it's just the ticket for long journeys.
B&M is also selling an "ace" cabin bag for just £6 - and it' could double as the perfect hand luggage's even Ryainair-approved.
Luggage Rules for Major Airlines
British Airways
Cabin Baggage: 1 cabin bag (max 56 x 45 x 25 cm) and 1 personal item (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm), total weight up to 23 kg.
Checked Baggage: Economy allows 1 bag up to 23 kg. Premium Economy, Business, and First Class allow more.
EasyJet
Cabin Baggage: 1 small cabin bag (max 45 x 36 x 20 cm), no weight limit but must fit under the seat.
Checked Baggage: Fees apply, up to 23 kg per bag. Passengers can pay for additional weight up to 32 kg.
Ryanair
Cabin Baggage: 1 small bag (max 40 x 20 x 25 cm). Priority boarding allows an additional larger cabin bag (max 55 x 40 x 20 cm, up to 10 kg).
Checked Baggage: Fees apply, options for 10 kg or 20 kg bags.
Virgin Atlantic
Cabin Baggage: Economy and Premium allow 1 cabin bag (max 56 x 36 x 23 cm, up to 10 kg). Upper Class allows 2 bags.
Checked Baggage: Economy Light has no checked baggage. Economy Classic, Delight, and Premium allow at least 1 bag up to 23 kg. Upper Class allows 2 bags.
Emirates
Cabin Baggage: Economy allows 1 bag (max 55 x 38 x 20 cm, up to 7 kg). Business and First Class allow 2 bags (total up to 12 kg).
Checked Baggage: Economy Class varies by fare type (from 20 kg to 35 kg). Business and First Class allow up to 40 kg and 50 kg respectively.
And Primark is selling the 'perfect underseat suitcase', which looks ideal if you are planning a weekend getaway.
The perfectly proportioned bag has been designed to fit under the seat in front on a plane if you are trying to save cash on a hold or cabin bag.
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