Backpacks have come a long way since the 70's, when hikers swore by (and at) bulky external frames and nifty side pockets were few and far between. Nowadays, we have a lot more choices: Hikers can opt ...

If you’ve ever found yourself unpacking half your kit in a hurry—to find your rain cover during a squall, mosquito repellent in early evening, first aid kit after a nasty fall—then you understand why ...

Think packable shoes, versatile layers, and smart organizing accessories.

We’ve already talked you through how to pack a backpack for backpacking trips when you’re carrying your tent, sleeping bag and sleeping pad on your back, but what about how to pack a daypack? Do you ...

This article is a part of CNN Underscored’s Summer Travel Week, a weeklong focus on how to travel smarter and save money during one of the busiest travel seasons of the year. Luckily, many airlines ...

This carry-on backpack can fit a surprising amount of clothes.