My husband and I bought these totes five years ago. THEY ARE STILL IN GREAT SHAPE! We travel often and bring our totes on every trip, whether by car, train, or plane. They are the perfect size for any vacation, from weekends to international flights with long layovers. The front zipper pocket is the perfect place for paperwork, travel itinerary, phone and computer cords, my passport, anything I need to reach in a hurry. They are lightweight and so easy to handle, especially when hoisting up to the overhead bin. But they are small enough to fit under the seat on a plane or train. You cannot go wrong with this luggage.