<p>I never check that bag. There are 2 kinds of luggage, carry-on and lost.
I pack 2-3 hanging outfits in the hanging section. Then in the other, several alternate tops, alternate shoes, casual wear- either swim suit and shorts/t-shirt or light cover-up. Toiletries have to kept small to fit the 3-1-1, but those that are not liquid fit fine, too. It really does carry a lot. Outside pocket takes book, etc. </p>
<p>I am on my second bag in 10 years. I traveled with them 3 weeks a month each for over 3-4 years. Now I am down to traveling about 1x per month. One is showing a little fray around the handles but it is still sound. My husband still uses it.</p>