Right up front I will agree with those who have written that this tote is not really worth a $300 retail price. But, then again, I do not think any "name brand" "high end" "designer" product is worth their Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP).

I did happen to luck out and capture this on an Amazon Gold Box special. That made it quite a bargain. Anything under $100 for this tote, I think, is a good deal. The tote is very sturdily constructed. I inspected the stitching when I received it and it looks great. Nothing loose at all. I especially appreciate the Tommy Bahama wheels, as they are very solid and durable and should withstand anything I should ever do to it. I have had my share of issues with poorly designed or just plain bad quality wheels and these are definitely miles ahead.

I noticed a couple reviews and their difficulty with the telescoping handle. The tote that I received has handles that work quite well, very smooth to operate. I like the way that the handle can be hidden with the zipper.

The front pocket is not excessively large but it does hold my 15" laptop, so no issues there. The inside is spacious for a tote, providing ample room for a couple day trip I would think. I saw one review that said they went for 4 days. Good for them, for sure, but I don't think I could go that long.

And, besides all of that, I think the style of the tote is fantastic. It coordinates perfectly with other TB items that I own, such as&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Tommy-Bahama-Luggage-Nassau-25-Inch-Rolling-Expandable-Suitcase/dp/B0055NK5BG/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Tommy Bahama Luggage Nassau 25 Inch Rolling Expandable Suitcase</a>&nbsp;(though mine is black on black).

As a note, my review is for the black on black tote, though color should not make a difference in the product reliability.

To sum it up: quality construction and stylish looks.