I bought and used this bag for a recent 8-day trip to Mexico. It exceeded my expectations. I appreciate the heavy-duty construction, strong zippers, and the clasp closing over the zipper pouch on the front pocket. The "hidden" zipper pocket along the bottom with the extra bag was a useful surprise. I was a little concerned at first that there was not a zippered expansion pleat as many such bags have, but was pleasantly surprised that I was able to pack all I needed for eight days with some room left over for packing some items purchased while I was away. The trim on the bag makes it easy to identify on the luggage carousels at airports, and its compact size makes it easy to manage and transport. It's a perfect match for most of my travel needs. I would recommend it highly for the person who wants a compact but sturdily constructed and attractive piece of luggage.