Kids love to have their own luggage. Not only that but parents love it as well, since it is less they have to carry. One of the best gifts you can get for a kid, as odd as it may sound, is personalized luggage. Not only is it functional, but it gives them a sense of pride to be the owner and to see their name on it. Personalized luggage is good for any kid old enough to pull their own luggage around an airport or hotel. It is also good for teenage kids.

Of course you will most likely want kids rolling luggage since that makes it that much easier for your child to manage their own luggage. Kids usually want something a little more colorful than the luggage that adults use, so keep that in mind when shopping for personalized luggage for your child. 18 to 20 inch carryon sizes seem to work the best. Many of them will also come with a matching tote that fits on top of the suitcase, and can be pulled along with the carryon.

With kids personalized luggage you will want to make sure it is constructed of durable material such as 600 denier polyester. The wheels should roll easily. Neither you nor your child will appreciate having to drag the luggage through the hotel. Some kids personalized luggage has inline skate wheels!

It is a good idea to purchase luggage with a side or a top handle as well, since you or your child will need to pick the luggage up on occasion from various angles. The side straps come in very handle when you can’t grab the bag comfortably from the top. Never use the pull out handle for lifting. Look for large front or side pockets for carrying extras. Zippered pockets ones needed of course or your kid might lose something easier.

Some child personalized luggage resembles a rolling backpack. These are also good for kids since they usually expand to fit clothing better and are lighter. As well, if the luggage comes with shoulder straps, it can be used as an everyday backpack as well. These are the best of both worlds and could save you money in the long run.

Any kid’s luggage can be personalized by having their name embroidered on it. Several companies will do it and also embroider a picture of your choosing. You will probably have to shop online to find a decent selection of kids personalized luggage, as it usually is a specialty item.

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