Packing for a trip always feels like a dance between art and science – and attempting to pack light complicates things even further. I also don’t want to be concerned about lost luggage when I travel, so I opt to go carry-on only whenever I can. Choose the right luggageA key consideration for any trip is choosing the right suitcase to fit all your essentials without weighing you down. The hybrid look of a hardcover back and adjustable softcover front brings the right amount of support and expandability of a traditional carry-on suitcase. It only has two wheels but when I saw how easily the bag moved on different surfaces, I was hooked.