I went on a three week trip to Europe and had no luggage and this thing saved my life. I dragged this thing around in the snow, up the stairs at hostels and in train stations, and it was checked on planes 3 times. One of the parts of the top handle broke when it was checked, but for $40 I was happy as long as the wheels or zippers did not break. Is it the best luggage? No. Did it do the job for a girl on a budget? Yes.

I bought rainbow luggage straps to help identify my luggage at baggage claim. If you got the plain black one I definitely recommend doing something similar if you're checking this bag!