I got this bag for an overseas trip recently and it was perfect. I stuck this in my checked bag and filled it up with souvenirs on the trip. Perfect, lightweight but strong material that didn't tear on the way back. It was very big (larger than expected) but it ended up being fine. Just keep in mind the largeness because it did make it harder to lug around, the weight of the stuff in it didn't help to make it easier though, haha.