Have been looking for a smaller version of a backpack. This fits the bill of exactly what I was looking for. The bag is well made, has many areas of storage and will be perfect for travel. It is light and has an expension capability. The quality of Samsonite shows through this bag.

I had high hopes for this product and I was not disappointed. I wanted a smart looking backpack that I could use for business and leisure trips. I just returned from a trip from the US to South Africa. (Four long haul flights, transmitting London.) This bag had compartments for my lap top and electronics, my documents, my phone, some toiletries and a change of clothes. The side pockets were big enough for my water bottle and steel coffee mug. it was pretty full, but it sat well on my back comfortably. When I put it on the floor it remained steadily upright. The quality is what I expect from a Samsonite product - strong and durable. I just cannot fault it. Great value for money.

I'll be doing the review this year, because my partner and I wanted to see how durable this backpack really is. He's been traveling for work for almost 7 months now and it still sturdy and comfortable. Very happy with this product till now.

I ordered in the SMALLEST size instead of a purse to use as a personal item allowed on airlines in addition to your carryon. The description of size is correct. It is 15.5" x 10.5" x 5". I can fit my Dell Inspiron 13 (11.6" x 8.5" laptop) in the laptop compartment with room to spare even in a protective case and with the power cord. The middle compartment has a slot for a tablet and/or a folder of documents, and enough space for the quart size container of liquids you have to pull out for TSA and a rolled up rain jacket. There is a net slot in which I can place a USB hub and mouse and other cables. The front compartment has 2 pen slots and 2 other slots - the smaller slot holds my LG earbud case and the larger my cellphone when in transit. There is a zippered compartment on the opposite side in which a US passport in an RFID sleeve fits perfectly. There are also slots for wat appears to be credit cards which I do not use for that purpose. I use them for other incidentals. This bag serves me better than a travel purse and it frees up my carryon for other essentials. It makes the TSA security process go smoothly since I only have to open this bag and not my carryon. The bag is well-padded and comfortable to carry and frankly the shoulder straps are beefier than they need to be adding to the bulkiness. I love the slot in the back that allows me to slip the bag over the extended handle of my carryon. There are 3 things that prevents this item getting a 5-star. 1. There is NO WATER BOTTLE HOLDER. I think this is a big oversight on the part of Samsonite. Who doesn't carry water? Putting a cold water bottle that has condensation on the outside is not good to put inside this pack with electronics. 2. The zipper tabs are not designed to install a security device. In crowded subways, public transit etc, a simple security lock is a good deterrent for opportunist pick pockets. 3. Unlike the larger models of this bag, the laptop compartment does not open fully to lie flat in order to go through a TSA scanner which would avoid having to remove your laptop and tablet for scanning. #2 and #3 are not barn burners, but the lack of water bottle holder is. I have a waist pack that does have a bottle holder but I hate having to wear it in addition to this pack, so I am trying to figure out a way I can attach one to the side of the bag.

It is very well constructed. Robust zippers. Lots of pockets and compartments. The use is very comfortable, the air system works great, you don't sweat your back. Handle on top is awesome thick and safe to grab. Side pockets for bottles are very handy too. Best Backpack I had so far in my life. Already bought it twice. The first one I used it for 3 years in a row everyday carrying my 16 inch laptop until a hole appeared in the bottom. I could have patched it but I don't want to risk loosing items. Still I think it was a reasonable lifetime for a backpack you use EVERY DAY, 3 years, it's about 1000 days of use. I love the looks too! Great design.