I love the Gomatic 40L bag because it has so many features designed with the needs of digital nomads in mind.

DESIGNED FOR EASYJET – This trolley bag measures 42x35x20cm – fitting perfectly within the new free easyJet 45x36x20cm cabin luggage allowance so you can pack virtually the maximum possible without needing to purchase extra baggage.

With so many varying baggage allowances between airlines, it’s hard to know what size luggage to get, and if it will even fit the baggage sizer for your airline. From British Airways to Wizz Air, this cabin bag has been approved by a host of carriers as free carry on. North Face rucksacks are excellent quality plus with a weight of just 600 grams this offers you the lightest carry on option. I do think because the bag’s material is quite thick, it lets it down, but ultimately it’s just too big a size difference that even when compressed, it’s not gonna work. We headed to the airport to test 20L, 30L and 40L bags, and see if they actually fit Ryanair, easyJet, and Wizz Air’s small cabin bag size allowances.

The bag’s clever design really maximises on the space inside, so you can fit a surprising amount, and there are compression straps on the sides to help you get it all in. Instead, especially when travelling short haul in Europe, you rarely get more than an underseat bag included in your fare for free, and even then you have to make sure it fits in the strict measurements for your specific airline. The travel bag is made of water resistant composite material, with high-quality zippers and reinforced stitching for lasting durability.Plus, all Decathlon products come with a two-year warranty, so while it may not be the best quality bag, you’ll be covered for your next few trips at least. We will assess the issue immediately and, where necessary, arrange for repatriation of the goods for inspection. Everyone can take one small cabin bag per person on board (maximum size 45 x 36 x 20cm, including any handles or wheels), which must fit under the seat in front of you.

The only downside is that if you opt for a larger bag – say the easyJet size – it probably won’t fit in the baggage sizer for either Ryanair or Wizz Air.

There is a zippered pocket on the back of the bag, which can hold valuables such as mobile phones and iPads, which is anti-theft and convenient. Travel Hack Tip: The Metz 30L backpack does also come as a hybrid with the ability to use it as a backpack or a suitcase. The Thule Aspect DSLR Camera Backpack is easily one of the best carry on bags for women with a passion for photography. I also loved the roomy back section, perfect for my laptop, which has three dividers to help keep things organised.