From Delsey Paris, the Montrouge series includes a 9.75-by-12.5-by-8.5-inch beauty case and a 22-by-14.5-by-10-inch carry-on expandable spinner. Upright models include removable and washable linings, SECURITECH zippers that are 41 times more resistant than standard zippers, and TSA-accepted locks. $169 (carry-on) and $69 (beauty case). The Briar & The Burley.

Photography by Rodney Margison

With summer here and COVID-19 vaccinations plentiful, many Bloomingtonians are planning a return to familiar activities in a (hopefully) post-pandemic world. And that includes travel— whether a weekend getaway by car, a flight to visit faraway friends and family, or a vacation to some exotic destination.

According to the U.S. Travel Association, 72% of American travelers are planning a summer vacation in 2021 and 41% of U.S. companies will soon restart domestic business travel.

For weekend excursions, overnight bags are all that’s needed, while many air travelers have learned to do away with luggage fees by taking just carry-ons. Need a new bag? You can find functional and fashionable luggage at shops in Fountain Square Mall on the south side of the downtown Square. —Rodney Margison

  • The Vera Bradley ReActive Grand Backpack is lightweight, water-repellent, and made from recycled water bottles. Large enough to accommodate a 15-inch laptop but small enough to fit under an airplane seat. $115. EllieMae’s Boutique.
  • Brazilian-born illustrator Fernando Volken Togni designed this expandable, hard-shell, 21-by-14-by- 9-inch carry-on made of a polycarbonate composite for Heys. Zippered compartments inside help keep your belongings organized. $154.95. The Briar & The Burley.
  • The Aleon 21-inch carry-on is made from aircraft grade aluminum and features two TSA combination locks. It measures 20.9 by 15.7 by 9 inches and is available in platinum (shown), onyx, and champagne. $499. The Briar & The Burley.
  • From Vera Bradley’s Collegiate Collection, this 15-by-14.5-by-6-inch tote bag in Signature Cotton will easily slip under an airplane seat. It features a slip pocket on the front and a zippered pocket on the back, along with six slip pockets inside and a top zipper. $125. EllieMae’s Boutique
  • Indiana’s own Vera Bradley makes this multi-functional overnighter that converts into a garment bag. Available in classic black with faux leather trim, it features zippered pockets on each end to keep your smaller items organized. $198. EllieMae’s Boutiqu
  • The Limited Edition Domestic Carry-On Expandable Spinner from the Briggs & Riley Baseline Collection measures 22-by-14-by-9 inches, and with its ratchet-based expansion setup will grow to 11 1/2 inches deep. Shown here in plum. $599. The Briar & The Burley.
  • The Limited Edition Domestic Carry-On Expandable Spinner from the Briggs & Riley Baseline Collection measures 22-by-14-by-9 inches, and with its ratchet-based expansion setup will grow to 11 1/2 inches deep. Shown here in plum. $599. The Briar & The Burley.