Best Travel Bag For Long Weekends Away
24 February 2025
Packing for a weekend away should feel like the start of an adventure and not a chore. Whether you're a frequent jet-setter or you just get away when the mood strikes, finding the right set of bags for travelling can make your life a lot easier. To kick off your next long weekend away, we've rounded up our favourite travel bags, each bursting with style and practicality.
From duffels 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.
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.
Little America
If you’re heading out for some urban exploration, the Herschel Little America Backpack is what you need. Blending retro mountaineering vibes with modern city style, this mid-sized backpack easily stores your weekend essentials and gadgets, with a plush, padded laptop sleeve and organized internal compartments. 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.
Retreat Backpack
The Herschel Retreat Backpack is your new best friend for weekend adventures, combining vintage style with modern functionality. Its 23-liter interior easily holds all of the clothing and travel accessories you’ll need for a long weekend away, while the padded floating sleeve fits a 15"/16" laptop. The drawstring closure paired with magnetic strap fastenings makes packing and unpacking effortless. Made from 100% recycled post-consumer water bottles, this bag also features a sternum strap for added support when it matters.

Heritage Softshell Carry On
Pack effortlessly (and sustainably) with the Heritage Softshell Large Carry On. Made from 100% recycled post-consumer water bottles, this bag blends eco-conscious design 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. Featuring smooth-rolling all-terrain wheels, a retractable locking trolley handle, and padded carry handles makes it perfect for short trips and weekends away.
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.