I bought this bag to go on vacation in London, and it worked well. I didn't want to carry a big purse and worry about it getting snatched (lots of crowds where we were going), so I opted for something that could carry a lot of gear for the family (and umbrellas!). The bag is well made and I like the zipper/velcro features and multiple pockets. It is also not too big--more like a medium sized purse--I didn't want to get a shoulder ache.