Luggage & Travel Bags
Luggage and travel bags for every kind of trip, from everyday daypacks and hiking backpacks to duffels, travel bags and the accessories that keep you organised. Our range is led by Patagonia, Osprey, The North Face, BLUNT and YETI, chosen for tough fabrics, smart carry systems and bags that last for years of travel.
Choose backpacks for commuting, day walks and tramping, duffel bags for road trips and gear hauling, and travel bags such as dry bags, sling packs and toiletry bags for the small stuff. Finish your kit with travel accessories like packing cubes and travel towels, a compact hip pack for running, and a windproof umbrella for city days.
Bags are personal, so come and load one up at the Land & Sea concept store at 36 Pollen Street, Grey Lynn, where the team can help with sizing and fit. Or order online for fast, tracked delivery across New Zealand, or click and collect from our Westgate collection point at 4B Topere Way.
Frequently asked questions about luggage and travel bags
Backpack, duffel or wheeled bag - which suits my trip?
A backpack is best when you will be on foot a lot, carrying your bag through cities, onto buses or along tracks, because it keeps your hands free and spreads the weight. A duffel suits road trips, gear-heavy adventures and anything that goes in a car boot or boat. A wheeled bag is easiest on smooth airport floors and footpaths. Many travellers pair a main bag with a daypack for days out.
What size travel bag do I need for a week away?
For a week, around 35 to 45 litres is enough if you pack light and can do some washing, which also keeps you within many carry-on limits. Around 50 to 70 litres gives room for bulkier clothes, shoes and gear, which suits colder trips or family travel. Packing cubes make any size more efficient. If in doubt, choose the smaller bag, as people tend to fill whatever space they have.
What makes a bag carry-on friendly?
A carry-on bag needs to meet your airline's size and weight limits, which vary between airlines and fare types, so check before you fly. Beyond size, look for a clamshell opening that makes packing easy, a padded laptop sleeve, stowable straps that do not snag in overhead lockers, and lockable zips. A bag that sits just under the limit is more versatile than one that only just fits.
Are waterproof bags worth it for New Zealand travel?
If your trip involves boats, rivers, beaches or tramping in our changeable weather, yes. Waterproof duffels, backpacks and dry bags keep clothes, electronics and sleeping gear dry when they are sprayed, rained on or dropped in a puddle. Water-resistant bags shed light rain but leak in heavy weather. For everyday city travel, a water-resistant bag plus a pack liner or dry bag inside is usually plenty.
How should a travel backpack fit?
A travel backpack should sit with the hip belt resting on your hip bones so they carry most of the weight, with the shoulder straps snug but not taking the full load. The back length should match your torso, so many packs come in sizes or have an adjustable harness. Load heavier items close to your back. A well-fitted pack feels stable when you walk and does not pull you backwards.
How do I keep my luggage secure when travelling?
Choose bags with lockable zip pulls and use a small TSA-approved lock, which airport security can open without damage if they need to inspect a bag. Keep valuables, passports and electronics in your carry-on or a slim bag worn under your jacket. A cable lock helps secure a bag to a luggage rack on trains or in hostels. Bright luggage tags and a distinctive bag also make yours easier to spot.
What is the best way to pack a duffel bag?
Use packing cubes or stuff sacks to divide clothes, shoes and wet gear, so you are not digging through the whole bag for one item. Roll soft clothing to save space, put heavy items like shoes at the bottom or ends, and keep things you need on the way in an outer pocket. If the duffel converts to backpack straps, pack so the weight sits evenly, which makes carrying it more comfortable.
How long should a good bag last?
A quality bag from a reputable brand should last many years of regular travel, and some come with long or lifetime warranties against defects. Durability depends on fabric weight, stitching, zips and how hard it is used. Avoid overstuffing, which strains zips and seams, clean off salt and dirt after trips, and let bags dry fully before storing them. A well-cared-for bag often outlasts several cheaper ones.