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Save 20% on luggage during Monos’ Valentines’ Day sale
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Monos is a CBS Essentials reader-loved luggage brand that makes sleek, stylish checked bags, carry-on options and more. Social media users and travel enthusiasts rave about the brand’s fashionable designs and high-quality features. The CBS Essentials team is a big fan of the brand, and I myself frequently use Monos luggage and travel accessories on my own trips.
If your partner loves to travel, or is simply in need of a new suitcase, take advantage of Monos’ site wide Valentine’s Day sale. The brand is offering up to 20% off top-rated luggage, including the bestselling Monos carry-ons, checked luggage and the new Monos Metro travel bags. Use code FORTHEM at checkout.
Keep reading to check out the best deals at the Monos Valentine’s Day sale
Best Monos luggage deals at the Monos Valentine’s Day sale
Here are the best luggage deals from Monos luggage during the brand’s Valentine’s Day sale. To get the prices shown, use code FORTHEM at checkout. Free 4-6 day shipping is available.
Monos Carry-On
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The Monos Carry-On features a telescopic handle, plus lots of zippered pockets and compartments and an easy-to-use lock. It offers an ultra-strong polycarbonate hard shell exterior and a TSA-approved locking system. Monos boasts a 100-day trial period and lifetime warranty.
This carry-on is more compact than the other carry-on I own. It measures 22 inches by 14 inches by 9 inches. I tend to go on a lot of short weekend trips, and this size was great for me for my recent four-day vacation. I like that it’s smaller and lightweight, as that makes it easier to roll and lift into an overhead bin or the car.
Why we like the Monos carry-on:
- Monos Carry-Ons are made with aerospace-grade, water-resistant polycarbonate hard shells for enhanced durability.
- The carry-on fits in the overhead bin on most airlines and is easy to store in my car trunk for road trips.
- The 360-degree spinner wheels provide a smooth glide.
- It’s available in 13 colors.
Monos Carry-On Plus
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The Monos Carry-On Plus offers all of the benefits of the standard carry-on but in a larger size. It measures 23 inches by 15 inches by 9.5 inches, giving you extra space to pack for longer trips. Even at its larger size, this suitcase still fits in the overhead bin on most major airlines. Though Monos does advise that it may need to be checked on smaller planes.
“I bought the larger carry on in black and it’s a sleek, stylish, good-looking suitcase. It rolls smoothly and spins easily, the handle is solid and you can pack quite a lot in there if you use it well,” a reviewer on the Monos website shares.
Choose from 13 carry-on color and print options.
Why we like the Monos Carry-On Plus:
- The Carry-On Plus fits more than the standard carry-on, making it better for longer trips.
- It’s made with a dent-resistant, impact-friendly polycarbonate shell.
- It can fit inside of Monos’ checked bags for easy storage.
Monos Carry-On Pro
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Business travelers may prefer the Pro model of the Monos Carry-On, as it offers a padded pocket to protect computers and other gadgets. The pocket fits laptops up to 16 inches, and protects the laptop with the same aerospace-grade polycarbonate that is used for the rest of the suitcase.
The Monos Carry-On Pro measures 22 inches by 14 inches by 9 inches and weighs 7.8 pounds. It can hold enough for a two to five-day trip.
“I really liked the overall feel and design of my Carry-On Pro,” says a reviewer. “Smooth and glided around with ease. I love the outer pocket for convenience.”
Why we like the Monos Carry-On Pro:
- It keeps laptops safe with a dedicated pocket and strong materials.
- Like all Monos Carry-Ons, it includes a TSA-approved lock for extra security.
- It can be purchased in a bundle set with other Monos products for extra savings.
Monos Check-In Large
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The Monos Check-In Large is the checked version of the Monos carry-on piece above. It comes in 10 colors and prints. Price varies by color. Monos’ smaller suitcases can nest inside it when you’re not traveling.
“The bag has the largest size in its category. Despite that, it feels light and looks classy. I am also impressed with its durability and the way it rolls,” a reviewer on Monos’ website shares.
Why we like the Monos Check-in Large suitcase:
- It offers a spacious interior for your items.
- This luggage is made with a high-quality polycarbonate shell.
- It comes in thirteen color options.
Monos Metro carry-all duffle bag
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The Monos Metro carry-all duffle offers plenty of room for all of your must-haves and offers a nice, hands-free carrying option for travelers. The duffle’s main compartment includes a zippered pocket, laptop sleeve and a water bottle pocket along with plenty of storage space. It also has two external pockets and a trolley sleeve that can connect to your luggage handle.
Why we like the Monos Metro carry-all duffle:
- It’s easy to carry with top handles or the padded shoulder strap.
- The duffle includes two exterior pockets for extra storage space.
- It works well as a standalone weekend bag or a personal item for longer trips.
Monos Metro tote bag
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The Monos Metro tote is a large travel tote that can carry all of your travel essentials. It features a zippered interior pocket for smaller essentials like your keys and passport, a tech sleeve for your laptop or tablet and an interior water bottle pocket.
Like the rest of the Monos Metro collection, it’s made with Monos’ vegan leather. I’m a big fan of Monos’ vegan leather products because they look beautiful and are super easy to clean. Plus, they offer the appearance and texture of leather while providing a cruelty-free alternative.
Why we like the Monos Metro tote:
- It features zippered interior pockets for easy organization.
- It features a built-in trolley sleeve that fits around the handle of your suitcase.
- It’s a great size for travel and offers plenty of storage.
NEW YORK — Former New York Gov. David Paterson and his stepson were attacked in New York City on Friday night, authorities said.
The incident occurred just before 9 p.m. on Second Avenue near East 96th Street on the Upper East Side, according to the New York City Police Department.
Police said officers were sent to the scene after an assault was reported. When officers arrived, police say they found a 20-year-old man suffering from facial injuries and a 70-year-old man who had head pain. Both victims were taken to a local hospital in stable condition.
In a statement, a spokesperson for the former governor said the two were attacked while “taking a walk around the block near their home by some individuals that had a previous interaction with his stepson.”
The spokesperson said that they were injured “but were able to fight off their attackers.”
Both were taken to Cornell Hospital “as a precaution,” he added.
Police said no arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing.
The 70-year-old Paterson, a Democrat, served as governor from 2008 to 2010, stepping into the post after the resignation of Eliot Spitzer following his prostitution scandal. He made history at the time as the state’s first-ever Black and legally blind governor.
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A 17-year-old boy was critically injured and a person is in custody after a gunman opened fire on a SEPTA bus in North Philadelphia Friday evening, police said.
At around 6:15 p.m., Philadelphia police were notified about a shooting on a SEPTA bus traveling on Allegheny Avenue near 3rd and 4th streets in North Philadelphia, Inspector D F Pace told CBS News Philadelphia.
There were an estimated 30 people on the bus at the time of the shooting, Pace said, but only the 17-year-old boy was believed to have been shot. Investigators said they believe it was a targeted attack on the teenager and that he was shot in the back of the bus at close range.
According to Pace, the SEPTA bus driver alerted a control center about the shooting, which then relayed the message to Philadelphia police, who responded to the scene shortly.
Officers arrived at the scene and found at least one spent shell casing and blood on the bus, but no shooting victim, Pace said. Investigators later discovered the 17-year-old had been taken to Temple University Hospital where he is said to be in critical condition, according to police.
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Through their preliminary investigation, police learned those involved in the SEPTA shooting may have fled in a silver-colored Kia.
Authorities then found a car matching the description of the Kia speeding in the area and a pursuit began, Pace said. Police got help from a PPD helicopter as they followed the Kia, which ended up crashing at 5th and Greenwood streets in East Mount Airy. Pace said the Kia crashed into a parked car.
The driver of the crashed car ran away but police were still able to take them into custody, Pace said.
Investigators believe there was a second person involved in the shooting who ran from the car before it crashed. Police said they believe this person escaped near Allegheny Avenue and 4th Street, leaving a coat behind.
According to Pace, police also found a gun and a group of spent shell casings believed to be involved in the shooting in the same area.
“It’s very possible that there may have been a shooting inside the bus and also shots fired from outside of the bus toward the bus,” Pace said, “We’re still trying to piece all that together at this time.”
This is an active investigation and police are reviewing surveillance footage from the SEPTA bus.