Best Travel Bag For Long Weekends Away

24 February 2025

Packing for a long weekend of adventures should feel like the start of an adventure and not something to dread. Whether you're a frequent traveller or you just get away once a year, finding the right set of travel bags can make your life a lot easier. To start your next long weekend away right, we've rounded up our list of the best bags, each busting with style and practicality.

From soft shell bags that make packing a breeze to backpacks that are made for day treks, there's something for any type of long weekend you have planned.

Little America

If you’re up for some urban exploring, the Little America Backpack is your go-to. Its padded straps keep your shoulders happy, even if your itinerary keeps you hustling. Built to carry everything you need for a full day, the Little America Backpack features magnet fastened straps with metal pin buckles. Mixing up retro mountaineering style with modern city vibes, this mid-sized backpack easily stores your weekend essentials and gadgets, with a padded laptop sleeve and organised internal compartments.

Heritage Softshell Carry On

Pack easily (and sustainably) with the Heritage Softshell Carry On. Made from 100% recycled post-consumer water bottles, this softshell bag combines eco-conscious construction with the best in modern technology. Its easy-access split-design makes packing and un-packing easy, while reinforced corners and a durable nylon base ensure long-lasting protection. The Heritage features smooth-rolling all-terrain wheels, a retractable locking trolley handle, and padded carry handles that make it perfect for shorter adventures.

Retreat Backpack

The Herschel Retreat Backpack is your new best buddy for weekend adventures, combining vintage style with modern technology. Its 23-liter interior will easily hold all of your accessories, clothing and essentials that you’ll need for a long weekend away, while the padded floating sleeve fits a 15"/16" laptop. Made from 100% recycled post-consumer water bottles, this bag also features a sternum strap for added support when it matters. The drawstring closure paired with magnetic strap fastenings makes packing and unpacking effortless.

Novel Duffel

The Herschel Novel Duffel is a stylish sidekick for any weekend escape. Whether it’s trips to the beach or exploring the city, the classic shape and convenience of the Novel Duffel makes it your new go-to travel companion. Its spacious main compartment fits your weekend gear, while the handy concealed shoe pocket keeps your footwear separate from your clothes. Made from 100% recycled post-consumer water bottles, this duffel handles travel mishaps effortlessly, while its removable padded shoulder strap ensures comfort from check-in to chill-out.

Grab these bags and make packing and un-packing the least stressful part of your next long weekend away. While you’re here, check out our laptop sleeves and travel pouches for additional packing ease.