We took two of these suitcases on a 3-week trip to Europe and even though they survived, we hated them the whole time as you have to open them on a very large surface so that the two 'parts' are firmly placed while open. This means you cannot put them on the regular benches the hotels provide. Having two on the floor consumed most of our living room area. Had we stayed in regular smaller rooms they wouldn't have fitted anywhere. They are fine if you plan to use them only for the trip and you unpack the whole suitcase immediately. Do not take them on a cruise unless staying on a very large cabin as there will be no room for them once you empty them!