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Travel + Leisure
16-06-2025
- Travel + Leisure
I Avoid Checked Bag Fees When I Fly Thanks to This Weekender That Fits Almost As Much As a Suitcase
As an Italian travel writer and frequent international traveler, I've come to learn that your personal item can make or break your experience. I'm team carry-on only, and with airplane carriers raising their checked luggage fees to near-astronomical levels, it's never been a better time to invest in a personal item that's not only compact but also spacious. For years, I searched for the unicorn item that could hit that exact sweet spot, running through my fair share of backpacks, underseat luggage, and tote bags to no avail. That was until I got my hands on the Béis Mini Weekender, an item I saw constantly going viral on social media. Just like that, my quest was over. I'll admit I was totally influenced, but let me be the first to say the hype is real and totally justified. Since finding it nearly two years ago, my mini weekender has become my go-to personal item, accompanying me on journeys across the world on two-week trips to India, Ireland, home to Rome, and more. Seriously, I might need to get it a passport of its own. Don't let the word 'mini' fool you — it packs quite the punch when it comes to organizational capacity. Credit: Beis The mini weekender is the smaller version of Béis' regular weekender, but it still boasts an impressive 33-liter capacity and plenty of organizational pockets. Inside, you'll find a lightly padded laptop pocket with a velcro-strap closure, a key ring leash, one long and deep zippered pocket, and two slip pockets large enough to fit a pair of sunglasses, deodorant, portable chargers, and more. Its spacious main compartment also has the added benefit of a wide opening that stays put thanks to a flexible yet sturdy metal frame. This is especially useful when I need to grab something when on the go or in-flight, as I can easily see everything I've packed without having to blindly rummage for it. Outside are two zippered pockets; one of which doubles as a trolley sleeve so that I can attach it to my carry-on (my preferred way of transporting a weekender bag). However, it can also be carried by its comfortable top handles or padded, removable shoulder strap. My absolute favorite feature is its zippered bottom shoe compartment. It's wrapped in stylish vegan leather and is great for storing away bulkier items that take up unnecessary space in my carry-on. This compartment is also quite stiff and durable, so whatever you pack inside of it will be protected. Remember when I said this weekender is sneakily spacious? I wasn't lying. Despite its compact frame, I've been able to pack nearly a carry-on suitcase's worth of items. In its main compartment, I've packed my Fujifilm XT-30 II camera, a 32-ounce HydroJug tumbler, two small toiletry bags, a travel cord organizer, and a small compression packing cube filled with lighter clothing. In the bottom compartment, I've stashed away everything from slippers, a backpack, a scarf, an umbrella, and even a travel-sized hairdryer. Best of all? The weekender was still able to fit beneath the seat in front of me. While this might be a tighter fit depending on the airline carrier and your height (I'm 5 feet tall, for reference), the point is that it still can fit and is an efficient way to save on international checked luggage fees. The Béis Mini Weekender is my favorite personal item when traveling internationally with only a carry-on. Its compact frame, smart organizational features, and stylish silhouette (available in eight neutral hues) puts it ahead of the competition. At less than $100, it also doesn't hurt that it's a budget-friendly investment that will last you for years to come. Whether you need a personal item to maximize your limited luggage space or are looking for one that can handle all of your souvenir shopping, the Béis Mini Weekender is bound to be your new best friend on any of your international travels. Asia London Palomba is an updates writer at T+L. She is from Rome, Italy and travels internationally several times a year to return home or to visit new places around the world. She often tests out travel gear, from luggage to tech, on her flights. Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we'll send you our favorite travel products each week.
Daily Mail
27-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
I'm a shopping editor and this weekend bag is one of the chicest I've seen - it's perfect for stylish city breaks and travel
The bag brand featured in Succession and The White Lotus has dropped a new collection that will take your weekday and weekend bag to new heights. Carl Friedrik's new Sonder range of bags is here to support on-the-go shoppers with everything from days spent in the city to weekend city breaks. Helping you commute and travel in style, the new collection features a backpack, briefcase, and the showstopper, the weekender bag. Undeniably chic, Carl Friedrik is the premium luggage brand that has been used on HBO shows such as Succession and The White Lotus. Winning over discerning jet-setters worldwide thanks to its supremely roomy carry-on, check-in and weekend bags, the brand has just released its latest collection of everyday bags. And you're not going to want to travel without them. The Carl Friedrick Compact Weekender is one of the most popular bags from the brand. Hailed 'ideal for overnight stays, the gym and everything in between' by shoppers, there's a new version in town: the Granville Weekender. If you're guilty of overpacking but don't want to check in a bag, or need a roomy weekend bag without the bulk, then the Carl Friedrik Granville Weekender is sure to appeal. Giving you peace of mind for those long weekend away trips, its versatile shape means it fits in cars, overhead storage and under seats so however and wherever you're travelling you can depend on the bag to make your packing and travelling that bit more seamless. Far from your bog-standard travel bag, the Granville Weekender is constructed from supple full-grain leather, complete with textured detailing for a bag that is sure to raise some eyebrows - and in the best way possible. While an investment, the weekender costs £745, the silhouette is gorgeous with a graceful exterior and surprisingly technical interior. Thoughtfully designed, the weekender has enough room to hold a 16-inch MacBook, while the interior has two magnetic pockets, a large zipped pocket, and a complimentary clochette key holder and lock. And that's not all. The Sonder range of bags also includes two other versatile styles. The Ayrton Backpack and the Dunloe Briefcase. The Ayrton Backpack will quickly humble any canvas rucksack you might be using. Distinctly 'grown up', this has a generous 15-litre capacity but is still streamlined and chic thanks to its grained leather material available in Black, Chestnut and Dark Olive. Suitable for the office thanks to the dedicated laptop slot fits 16-inch MacBook and four pockets for easy access to your essentials, it's also a smart option for travel, too, thanks to the integrated luggage holder so you can slip it on your suitcase for hands-free travel. The Dunloe, £645, is reinventing the way you see the traditional briefcase. Once old fashioned, Carl Friedrik has brought it to the modern traveller thanks to its relaxed shape for everyday elegance. The clean-cut profile heroes the range's supple full-grain leather, too.
