Recently took this bag on a trip to Europe - I really liked the safety features and the interchangeable straps.  It's a nice looking, casual purse.  For me personally, it could've been a bit bigger - the main compartment openings could be wider.  I had trouble getting small travel journal, maps, etc. in and out.  My hubby ended up carrying a small backpack some days because I couldn't fit basic daily necessities into this bag.  If you're deciding between this one and the one that's slightly bigger - go with the bigger one!