Baggage

Baggage, or luggage, consists of bags, cases, and containers which hold a traveler's personal articles while the traveler is in transit. A modern traveler can be expected to have packages containing clothing, toiletries, small possessions, trip necessities. On the return trip, travelers may have souvenirs and gifts. For some people, baggage and the style thereof is representative of the owner's wealth and status. Baggage is constructed to protect the items during travel either with a hard shell or a durable soft material. Baggage often has internal subdivisions or sections to aid in securing items. Handles are typically provided to facilitate carrying, and some baggage may have wheels and/or telescoping handles or leashes to make moving them easier.