What Luggage or Suitcase Should I Take For a Week Trip to Paris?

You are going on holiday or on a business trip to Paris, and you are looking to take with you the right bag or suitcase for a week? First of all, you need to think carefully about the type of trip you are going to make and then know which bag will be right for you. This is why we suggest you read our article ‘Which travel bag for 3 days in Paris?’ to learn more about the criteria to which you should give priority when choosing a bag. For one-week trip it is recommended to take a baggage item between 35 and 50L, nothing bigger.

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Travel bag for women, spring-summer travel, quite flexible

  •  S-Zone 50L

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Made from soft canvas and PU leather, this bag is ideal for women who pack what they need for a week. It has a shoe compartment, which allows you to separate them from the rest of your belongings.

Thanks to its dimensions of 19.7 x 7.9 x 11.8 inches, it can be easily carried everywhere, both by train and by car, but can also be taken as cabin baggage with Air France and Lufthansa.

It weighs 2.8lbs and a shoulder strap is also included, so you can use it either on your shoulder or as a handheld, thanks to its convenient hand straps.

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We like: its special shoe compartment, its double zipper, and its shoulder strap.
We don’t like so much: that it’s not waterproof.

 

Travel bag for men, spring-summer travel, quite flexible

  •  CrossLandy travel bag

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This bag is the perfect bag for a week’s trip to Paris.

You can store just what you need, and it has lots of different compartments to separate all your things.

Made from leather and canvas, the material is sure to last a long time.

You can find a double zipper on the main compartment, allowing you to put a lock on it.

It can carry up to 30 litres thanks to its dimensions of 19 x 9.5 x 10 inches, and its weight is only 2.5lbs.

You also have an adjustable shoulder strap which is padded, as well as the hand straps.

This bag can also be used as a carry-on with Lufthansa, Air France and also Transavia.

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We like: lots of compartments, the great quality of the material, and the double zipper on the main compartment.
We don’t like so much: that it’s not waterproof.

 

Suitcase for ladies

  • Brilliant Hardside Spinner Luggage

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With its spinner wheels and it’s capacity of 40 litres, this is a bag that can easily be used for a one week trip.

Its size of 22 x 16 x 8 inches is approved as a carry-on by multiple airplane companies and its weight is only 5.73 pounds.

As well, you will be sure your belongings are safely stored inside its hardshell and well divided between the various pockets that you will find inside it, as well as the packing straps.

Let’s not forget that it is also equipped with a three-digit TSA combination lock to secure your belongings.

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We like: the 3 digit TSA combination lock, its 4 wheels and hardshell.
We don’t like so much: that there is only one color available at the moment.

 

Backpack for men

  •  Hynes Eagle

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This very durable bag has many storage pockets.

You can secure your belongings by adding a padlock on its double zipper if necessary.

This bag can store up to 38 litres and its dimensions of 13 x 8.7 x 19.7 inches allow you to take it with you as cabin luggage for Air France, American Airlines and British Airways, for example.

A handle and side straps offer you the possibility to carry it not only on your shoulders, but also by hand, and if that is the case then you can store the shoulder straps in a compartment made specially for them.

Its small front zipped pocket can hold your boarding passes or other small documents that do not require too much space, so that you can easily reach them.

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We like: its huge number of pockets and compartment, its handles and the good quality of the material.
We don’t like so much: that it’s not approved by all airline companies as a carry-on.

 

Bag for backpackers / adventurers (women)

  • Thule Women’s Capstone Hiking Pack

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This bag has been specially designed to fit a woman’s body. Thanks to its mesh back panel, your back stays dry while you walk.

Its dimensions are 10.2 x 13 x 26.8 inches and because of that it’s too big to bring as a carry-on onto planes. It can contain up to 40 litres.

It is possible to adjust the bag to your body shape with its straps, belt and shoulder straps.

The length can be adjusted according to your needs. Small storage pockets on the outer side parts of the bag are available.

You can also put a bottle of water in one of the side pockets. On top of that, rain protection is provided so you can keep your things dry on rainy days.

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We like: that it is designed for women’s bodies, the adjustable straps, and that it is water-repellent.
We don’t like so much: that it is not approved as a carry-on.

 

Bag for backpackers / adventurers (men)

  • Backpack 50L waterproof

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Made from waterproof nylon, this bag will be protected from the rain, especially since you can cover it with additional protection that you can store in a pocket provided for such use.

This bag is suitable for walking when you go on an adventure in the city or elsewhere.

Its 50L capacity allows you to carry everything you need during your trip. Its dimensions are 23.62 x 11.81 x 7.87 inches and it weighs only 2.38lbs.

Thanks to the straps and belts on the bag you can easily distribute the weight on your back.

Its breathable back part with the presence of pads will ensure your comfort while you wear it.

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We like: the 6 months warranty, and that it is waterproof.
We don’t like so much: the mediocre quality for long-term use.

 

Suitcases for businessmen

  • Eastpak Tranverz S

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This Eastpak suitcase is very well made. It is quite compact and has 2 wheels.

This bag can hold up to 42 litres and, thanks to its dimensions of 9.4 x 12.8 x 20.1 inches and its various storage compartments inside, you can take with you everything you need for your business trip.

Its price is rather reasonable and, despite appearances, it is very spacious.

A TSA lock on the case will secure your belongings.

Made from nylon and polyester, it is a solid piece of luggage.

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We like: the 2 wheels and retractable handle, its dimensions and good quality.
We don’t like so much: that it is not waterproof.

 

Suitcase for business women

  • TravelCross Boston

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Its capacity offers you enough space to put everything you need for your short week of business travel.

It has several compartments and zipped pockets inside.

Its 4 wheels allow you to carry it everywhere without effort and its protective shell guarantees a more secure trip for your belongings.

With its double zipper you can add a padlock if necessary.

Its dimensions of 15 x 8 x 21 inches make it suitable as cabin luggage, so it is ideal if you are flying.

The good quality of the product is ensured by the lightweight ABS material.

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We like: the double zipper, 4 wheels and multiple compartments.
We don’t like so much: that there’s no TSA lock.