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Best Labor Day luggage deals: Save on Samsonite, Monos, Tumi and more
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Labor Day is almost here, which means so are major deals on luggage. The shopping experts at CBS Essentials have scoured all the biggest luggage retailers to find the best sales on carry-ons, backpacks, checked bags, roller bags and other travel necessities.
Our selection features hard-shell and soft-sided luggage options that work for airplane travel, weekend road trips, cabin getaways and so much more.
If you haven’t upgraded your luggage in a while, you’ll love the new options available to you this year. You’re not going to want to start packing for your next trip until you’ve scored these must-see Labor Day luggage deals.
The best Labor Day luggage deals to shop now
Find the best deals on top-rated luggage by Samsonite, Monos, Tumi and more. Many of these reviewer-loved bags can be in your hands in two days — and in some cases, even earlier.
Samsonite Winfield 2 28-inch carry-on: $123 (39% off)
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With 22,000+ Amazon reviews and a 4.5-star average, this affordable hard-shell carry-on offers great value. Weighing under seven pounds, it’s adored by customers for its spacious pockets and roomy interior.
This suitcase comes with multi-directional spinner wheels for effortless mobility. It’s also expandable to help you pack everything you need for your next trip. Other great features include a TSA-compatible lock and a retractable telescope handle.
“I recently used this suitcase on a three-week international vacation and was amazed at what I could fit in this thing,” a verified buyer on Amazon says. “With the help of some packing cubes, I was able to pack all of my clothes and toiletries for my trip with ease. Additionally, the zippers are high quality and easy to zip up,” they write.
The Samsonite Winfield 2 check-in is currently 39% off on Amazon. Get it now for $123 (regularly $200). It comes in 14 colors. Prices vary by color.
Why we like the Samsonite Winfield 2 carry-on:
- It’s available at a great price point for a top-rated suitcase.
- It comes with a 10-year warranty.
- It’s built with four-directional spinner wheels for better maneuverability than other suitcases.
Samsonite Centric expandable carry-on spinner: Starting at $117
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This Samsonite Centric hard-side expandable suitcase is an ideal checked bag for longer trips thanks to its durability and flexible capacity. It’s made with scratch-resistant polycarbonate and measures 19.6 inches by 14.75 inches by 9.5 inches. The design even comes with expansion for added packing capacity when needed. This suitcase comes with a 10-year warranty.
“This suitcase has already gone overseas twice and all over the US a half-dozen times. It is holding up well and I really like this suitcase,” one Amazon reviewer shares. “I was concerned it might not age or wear well, but it is, hardly showing any scarring on the outside,” they say.
The popular suitcase is currently on sale in select colors at Amazon.
Why we like the Samsonite Centric expandable carry-on:
- It’s made with scratch-resistant polycarbonate to keep your suitcase looking new.
- It comes in seven color options.
- It can expand for added space if you pick up some extra items during your trip.
Tumi 19 Degree International expandable carry-on: Save $225
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This durable hardcase polycarbonate luggage is made from recycled materials with a matte finish. It comes in three colors and features retractable top and side handles as well as a telescoping handle for easy maneuvering. This carry-on also has a built-in USB-C charging port that supports up to 65W USB-C 2.0 cables and fast charging up to 65W 3A.
This hardcase luggage piece is currently on sale for $525, reduced from $750.
Why we like the Tumi 19 Degree carry-on:
- It features a three-stage adjustable design, accommodating various heights for comfortable maneuverability.
- The four recessed dual spinner wheels provide smooth, 360-degree movement.
Rockland Melbourne 20-inch expandable carry-on: $65 (54% off)
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The Rockland Melbourne 20-inch expandable carry-on spinner is made out of ABS, a lightweight and durable plastic. It features multidirectional double spinner wheels with telescoping handles, along with interior zip and mesh pockets. Choose from multiple colors. Price varies by color. Right now, you’ll get the best deal on the carry-on in the shade purple, it’s currently 54% off.
“I was able to fit a lot more than I thought in this little suitcase,” an Amazon reviewer shares. “It’s easy to maneuver and even with the extension added to it it’s small enough to fit airplanes’ carry-on requirements.”
It’s usually $140 but right now you can buy this carry-on for just $65.
Why we like the Rockland Melbourne 20-inch carry-on:
- The carry-on meets size restrictions for most major airlines, including United, American, Delta, Southwest and Allegiant.
- It earned a 4.5-star rating with over 8,500 reviews.
- The ergonomic handle and seamless spinner wheels make it easy to maneuver.
Monos Carry-On: $230 (10% off)
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Monos manufactures high-quality, affordable polycarbonate suitcases for the discerning frequent flyer, plus a line of hybrid suitcases that incorporate aluminum into their construction. Right now, you can save 10% on top-quality luggage pieces from the brand in select colors.
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. We’ve also tested the Monos carry-on and found it durable and easy to maneuver.
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.
Travelers Club kids 5-piece luggage set: $48 (31% off)
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This five-piece set includes everything your child needs to travel in comfort and style. It comes with an 18-inch hardside carry-on, a backpack, a lunch bag, a neck and a luggage tag.
“The Travelers Club 5 Piece Kids’ Luggage Set has proven to be a delightful and practical purchase for my family’s travel needs,” one enthusiastic Amazon reviewer says. “Designed with young travelers in mind, this luggage set offers a range of vibrant colors and playful patterns that instantly captivated my kids’ imagination, making packing and traveling an enjoyable experience.”
This set is recommended for kids ages six and up. It’s currently 31% off on Amazon.
Why we like the Travelers Club luggage set:
- It’s made with smooth-rolling wheels and a telescoping handle for easy maneuvering.
- It’s available in ten adorable prints.
- It’s an affordable matching luggage set for kids.
Tumi McLaren Just In Case duffel: Save $71
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This versatile Just In Case duffel bag combines function and durability, featuring a double-zip main compartment, convenient shoulder straps, top handles, and an additional adjustable shoulder strap for various carrying options.
This Tumi McLaren duffel is currently $279, reduced from $350.
Why we like the Tumi Mclaren Just In Case duffel:
- It offers multiple ways to carry comfortably.
- The sturdy nylon exterior is easy to maintain.
Tumi Sport Excursion backpack duffel: Save $240
Tumi
The Tumi Sport Excursion backpack duffel is a versatile and durable bag designed for both travel and active lifestyles. The main compartment features a zip closure while the water-resistant bottom compartment helps separate items. There are multiple front pockets for easy access to necessities and adjustable backpack straps that can be tucked away when not in use.
Why we like the Tumi Sport Excursion backpack duffel:
- The water-resistant bottom compartment of this travel backpack is perfect for keeping wet and dry items separate.
- Adjustable backpack straps can be tucked away allowing the use of leather handles for versatile carrying options.
Tumi+ travel hanging kit: Save $70
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The Tumi+ travel hanging kit is a practical and organized solution for your travel essentials. It folds down compactly and features a hanging hook, mesh zip pocket, two open pockets and a removable zip pocket with a clear window for viewable easy storage.
What we like:
- The anti-microbial lining helps keep the interior fresh and odor-free.
- The G-hook and chain allow for easy integration with other Tumi bags.
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Malaysia agrees to launch new search for MH370 plane, which vanished a decade ago with 239 people on board
Malaysia announced on Friday it has agreed to launch a new search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, which disappeared 10 years ago in one of aviation’s greatest enduring mysteries.
The Boeing 777 carrying 239 people disappeared from radar screens on March 8, 2014 while en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing.
Despite the largest search in aviation history, the plane has never been found. Malaysia’s prime minister said 17 days after the plane disappeared that, based on the satellite data, his government had concluded that the plane crashed down in a remote corner of the Indian Ocean, and that there were no survivors.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke said Malaysia had agreed to a new search operation by maritime exploration firm Ocean Infinity, which also carried out an unsuccessful hunt in 2018.
The company’s first efforts followed a massive Australia-led search for the aircraft that lasted three years before it was suspended in January 2017.
Loke said a new 5,800 square mile area of the southern Indian Ocean would be scoured by Ocean Infinity, which is based in the United Kingdom and United States.
“The new search area proposed by Ocean Infinity is based on the latest information and data analysis conducted by experts and researchers,” Loke said.
“The proposal for a search operation by Ocean Infinity is a solid one and deserves to be considered,” he told reporters.
The government said it agreed to Ocean Infinity’s proposal “in principle” on December 13, with the transport ministry expected to finalize terms by early 2025.
The new search will resume “as soon as the contract is finalized and signed by both parties”, Loke said.
“They have informed us that the ideal time for the search in the designated waters is between January and April. We are working to finalise the agreement as quickly as possible,” he added.
“I truly hope there will be an end to the loss of MH370. May all questions be answered,” Malaysian Rosila Abu Samah, 60, the stepmother of one of the passengers, told AFP.
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Malaysian Shim Kok Chau, 49, whose wife was a flight attendant on the ill-fated flight, said he had come to accept her fate but hopes to know what happened to the plane, “why it happened and who did it.”
Among the other victims was a celebrated group of 24 Chinese calligraphy artists coming from an exhibition of their work. Two young Iranian men on the plane, 18-year-old Pouria Nour Mohammad Mehrdad and 29-year-old Delavar Seyed Mohammadreza, were traveling on stolen passports to seek better lives in Europe.
Two of the U.S. citizens on the plane were young children, Nicole Meng, 4, and 2-year-old Yan Zhang.
Philip Wood was the only American adult on the flight. The IBM executive had been living in Beijing and was planning to relocate to the Malaysian capital with his girlfriend, Sarah Bajc.
“No find, no fee”
The new search will be on the same “no find, no fee” principle as Ocean Infinity’s previous search, with the government only paying out if they find the aircraft.
The contract is for 18 months and Malaysia will pay $70 million to the company if the plane is found, Loke said.
He said the decision to agree to a fresh search “reflects the Malaysian government’s commitment to continuing the search operation and providing closure to the families of the MH370 victims.”
The original Australia-led search covered 120,000 square kilometers in the Indian Ocean but found hardly any trace of the plane, with only some pieces of debris picked up.
In July 2015, an airplane fragment later confirmed to be a flaperon from MH370 was found washed ashore on the western Indian Ocean island of Reunion. It was the first hard evidence that the plane had gone down in the area. More debris was later found washed up on the coast of eastern Africa.
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The plane’s disappearance has long been the subject of theories — including that veteran pilot Zaharie Ahmad Shah had gone rogue.
A final report into the tragedy released in 2018 pointed to failings by air traffic control and said the course of the plane was changed manually.
Asked if he was confident the plane will be found during the new search, Loke said: “At this point, no one can provide guarantees.
“It has been over 10 years, and it would be unfair to expect a concrete commitment. However, under the terms and conditions, any discovery must be credible. It cannot just be a few fragments; there are specific criteria outlined in the contract.”
A Utah mother who police believe was shot and killed by her husband along with three of their children was a refugee who fled violence in Myanmar and dreamed of thriving with her family in the U.S., relatives said Thursday.
Police believe the husband killed his family before shooting himself, and a teenage son was badly wounded.
The bodies of Bu Meh, 38, along with her daughters Kristina Ree, 8, and Nyay Meh, 2, and son Boe Reh, 11, were found in their home in West Valley City, a Salt Lake City suburb, on Tuesday. A handgun was found under the father Dae Reh, 42, leading police to believe this was a murder-suicide, but no evidence of a motive has been released.
One child, 17-year-old Sha Reh, survived being shot in the head and is hospitalized with a severe brain injury, police said.
Bu Meh, a member of Myanmar’s Karenni ethnic minority, fled what her relatives described as ethnic cleansing in the Southeast Asian nation about 10 years ago. She and her small family lived for a time in a refugee camp in Thailand, then came to the United States “with little more than the clothing on their backs,” the family said in a statement.
She taught herself English, learned new skills and worked hard to support her growing family, achieving a way of life “far beyond the nightmare of her former country or the refugee camp,” the family said.
“For reasons that we cannot comprehend, her husband robbed her and their children of that security and their very lives,” her family said.
Police believe the shooting happened over the weekend.
Police initially went to the home Monday night after a relative asked them to check on the family but did not find any sign of an emergency that would allow them to enter the home. The relative went to the home Tuesday, saw Sha Reh wounded in the garage and called police, who found the bodies inside the home.
In their statement, relatives called Sha Reh their hero and said he faces a “long and complex road to recovery.” An online fundraiser is collecting donations to pay for his care and to help him go to college.
“After moving into their own home and finally enjoying a level of prosperity far beyond the nightmare of their former country or the refugee camp in Thailand in which they lived for a season, and for reasons that we cannot comprehend,” the family wrote, “her husband robbed her and their children of that security and their very lives.”
Neighbors hadn’t reported any gunshots in the area over the weekend, police spokesperson Roxeanne Vainuku said at a news conference Wednesday. The family had no previous reports of domestic violence or other disturbances.
One neighbor spoke to CBS affiliate KUTV about the shock they felt.
“How can a father shoot his children?” neighbor Mike Webster told the station. “I just can’t grasp for that concept at all. I can just see that poor little two-year-old looking at her daddy.”
This Utah case is the 38th mass killing in the United States this year. At least 165 people have died this year in U.S. mass killings, which are defined by the FBI as cases in which four or more people die within a 24-hour period, not including the killer.
Mark Barden, whose child was killed in the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting, urged Utah lawmakers to pass Red Flag laws after the incident in Utah, KUTV reported.
“When it is recognized that an individual is in crisis, measures to safely and temporarily remove firearms from their possession are proven to save lives,” Barden said.
A journalists’ association says two journalists working for Kurdish media outlets were killed in northern Syria while covering fighting between Turkish-backed fighters and Syrian Kurdish militia.
The Turkey-based Dicle-Firat Journalists Association said Friday that Nazim Dastan and Cihan Bilgin were killed Thursday when their vehicle was reportedly targeted by a Turkish drone on a road near the Tishrin Dam.
Tishrin Dam, located some 56 miles east of Aleppo, has been the scene of clashes between the U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces, SDF, and the Turkey-backed opposition forces.
There was no immediate comment from Turkish officials.
Bianet, a news website dedicated to human rights issues, said Bilgin was a reporter for the Kurdish Hawar News Agency, while Dastan worked as a freelance journalist for the Firat News Agency, which is associated with the militant group, the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK).
Turkey considers the SDF a terrorist organization because its main component is a group aligned to the PKK.
The group has been engaged in an armed struggle against the Turkish state since the 1980s in pursuit of its objective of securing autonomy for Kurds in the country.