The Best Suitcases for New Year's Holiday Travel: Sizes, How to Choose, and Recommended Models

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Update date: 2025.11.28
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Traveling around the New Year's holiday season is the most difficult time of the year to predict how much luggage you should bring.
Winter clothes are bulky, people who go back to their hometowns bring more gifts, and many people shop at New Year's sales and New Year's sales.
It's easy to make the mistake of "There's plenty of room on the way there, but it's packed on the way back."

Furthermore, this is the time of year when suitcases are put under the greatest strain due to snow, rain, crowds, and long travel times.

That's why the same old suitcase isn't enough for a New Year's holiday trip.
Knowing how to choose the right luggage for your luggage amount, travel style, and number of days of your trip will greatly affect your comfort.

In this article,
We will explain in an easy-to-understand manner how to choose the best suitcase for your New Year's holiday trip based on the number of days, purpose, and occasion .

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1. Why luggage tends to increase during New Year's holiday travel

2. Optimal size guide for different holiday dates

1. 1-2 nights: 35-40L (SS-S)

2. 3-4 nights: 50-60L(M)

3. 5-7 nights: 70-80L (M-L)

4. 8 nights or more: 90-110L (L-LL)

3. Tips for choosing a suitcase for New Year's holiday travel

4. By Travel Type: New Trip Suitcases Ideal for the New Year Holidays

1. For homecoming: Capacity and scalability are important

2. For domestic travel: Lightweight and smooth riding performance determine comfort

3. For overseas travel: Anti-theft × Sturdiness are the top priorities

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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

1. Why luggage tends to increase during New Year's holiday travel

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When traveling during the New Year holidays, people tend to naturally carry more luggage than during other seasons.
The reason is simple:

  • Winter clothes are bulky (coats, knitwear, cold weather gear)
  • More souvenirs to take home or when traveling
  • The temperature difference is large, so you will need cold weather gear
  • There are many events, first shrine visits, and outings

This is because it is the season when the variety and volume of luggage increases.
Therefore, the trick to avoiding mistakes is to choose a suitcase that is slightly larger than usual.

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2. Optimal size guide for different holiday dates

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During the New Year holidays, "there tends to be more luggage than usual,"
The best balance is to choose one size larger than the standard suitcase size guideline.
Here we have compiled a list of size guidelines for the New Year holidays, based on the number of days you will be traveling.

1. 1-2 nights: 35-40L (SS-S) — A slightly larger size is safe for short winter trips

Usually 30-35L is enough, but in winter, clothes tend to be bulky, so 35-40L is more comfortable.
There is still room to store things like a scarf, thick knit, or cosmetic pouch.
If you plan to buy souvenirs on your way home, choose the small M size to avoid stress.

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2. 3-4 nights: 50-60L (medium standard) — The most versatile size

Normally, 40-50L is recommended, but 50-60L is recommended during the New Year holidays.
This is the perfect time to bring lots of luggage, such as winter clothes, cold weather items, and toiletries.
If you're unsure, this size is the least likely to fail, and is easy to use for both men and women.

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3. 5-7 nights: 70-80L (M-L) — Having room to spare is essential when traveling home or abroad

Normally 60-70L is recommended, but for longer stays in winter 70-80L is best.
It can hold multiple sweaters, thick outerwear, boots, and even an extra bag.
It's no problem if you end up buying more during the year-end sales. The size is easy to handle even on family trips.

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4. 8 nights or more: 90-110L (L-LL) — Essential for long-term stays and shopping

Normally it is 80-100L, but around 90-110L is recommended during the New Year holidays.
This is the season when the saying "bigger is better" is most applicable, and it's more comfortable if you have some extra energy.
It is also ideal for long-term trips home, long stays abroad, and shopping trips.
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3. Tips for choosing a suitcase for New Year's holiday travel

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When traveling during the New Year holidays, the temperature difference, the amount of luggage, and the distance traveled will be large, so

You need to choose your suitcase from a different perspective than usual.
Here we have compiled five important points to help you avoid mistakes that are unique to winter.

1. The front opening feature makes it extremely convenient at airports and train stations

In winter, it's difficult to move around due to coats and luggage, and it's also difficult to get in and out of airport security.
The front-opening design allows you to easily access your laptop and other small items with just one touch, even in tight spaces , making movement smoother.

▼ Perfect for these people

Carry a laptop

I frequently take my luggage in and out at the airport

I want to use it as a carry-on too

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2. Expandable luggage compartments give you more room for your luggage on the way home

During the New Year holidays, it's common for our luggage to increase with souvenirs and shopping.
The expansion zipper makes it very convenient as you can increase the capacity just for the return trip.

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・5-10cm dilation will increase your breast size by 10-15L

・"Compact on the way there, large capacity on the way back" is now possible

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3. Choose casters that are non-slip and provide stable movement

When traveling in winter, you often travel on wet roads, snowy roads, and slippery tiles.

The performance of the casters has a big impact on comfort.
Double casters in particular have a wider contact surface and are more stable when moving than single casters.

Conditions for casters that are strong in winter

- Non-slip even on wet surfaces

- Less likely to get caught on snowy roads or bumps

・Doesn't wobble even when carrying heavy winter luggage

- Designed to prevent snow and sand from clogging the caster shaft

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4. Choose a hard shell (PC or aluminum) that is scratch and water resistant

Winter is the season when you are likely to get wet from rain, sleet, and snow.
Hard cases made of polycarbonate (PC) or aluminum-magnesium alloy are safer than cloth cases.

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・Easy to repel water

- Can withstand the weight of extra luggage when wearing layers in winter

- It is shock-resistant, so it protects your luggage when you go home or travel.

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5. TSA lock and sturdy zipper frame ensure security

In winter, it's difficult to move around in outerwear, so you tend to take your eyes off your luggage.
That's why security features are more important than ever.

Features to check

-TSA lock included : A must for those traveling abroad

- Reinforced zipper/frame type : Effective against prying

- Waterproof zippers make it resistant to rain and snow
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4. By Travel Type: New Trip Suitcases Perfect for the New Year Holidays

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Even if it's a New Year's holiday trip,

The suitcase requirements vary greatly depending on whether you are going home, traveling domestically, or traveling abroad.

In this chapter, we will introduce the New Trip models that are perfectly suited to each type of travel.

You're sure to find the one that best suits your travel style.

1. For homecoming: Capacity and scalability are important

Returning home for the New Year holidays

·souvenir

・Food and luggage to bring back from your parents' home

-It is very common for your luggage to increase on the way back due to the volume of winter clothes, etc.

Therefore, the suitcase you should choose is

✔ Medium size, around 60-75L
✔ Expand function included
✔ Opens in the front for easy organization

These three are very easy to use.

New Trip Recommends: New Trip 0501
The front-opening design and expansion function make it easy to put in winter clothes,

A versatile model that can handle extra luggage on the way home.

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2. For domestic travel: Lightweight and smooth riding performance determine comfort

When traveling domestically, there may be times when you travel a lot or a little.
Being "lightweight and easy to handle" makes it extremely comfortable.

Especially in winter, inside the station

-Slippery on wet floors

- There are many situations where it is difficult to move quickly in a crowd, so the casters with high maneuverability and lightweight body are a great advantage.

Points to consider when choosing

3 to 5 nights: 40 to 55 liters is sufficient

・Front open for light PC work

- Double casters to prevent slipping

New Trip Recommends: MONOMI 0802

Lightweight with PC + ABS, and equipped with brakes for safe travel on the train.
Prevents your suitcase from moving on its own.

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3. For overseas travel: Anti-theft × Sturdiness are the top priorities

Airports are extremely crowded during the New Year's holiday season.
The risk of baggage being stolen, misplaced, or damaged is higher than at other times.

When traveling abroad, especially

- Suitcase rigidity

The frame is safer

・TSA lock

- Not a flashy color design (the belt prevents accidental holding)
is important.

Also, since your luggage will get heavier on long trips, a durable model is a good choice .

New Trip Recommends: New Trip 1302

Durable aluminum alloy frame with TSA lock.
The deep main compartment makes it ideal for long trips.

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Traveling during the New Year holidays is very different from regular travel, with many different conditions, such as the tendency to carry more luggage, bulky equipment due to the cold weather, and crowded travel.
That's why choosing a size that's a little larger , materials that are strong in winter , maneuverability, and anti-theft measures all affect the comfort of your trip.

Furthermore, the best suitcase varies depending on the type of trip (homecoming, domestic travel, overseas travel), so
Choosing a model that suits your travel style will make your holiday travels much easier.

"Traveling is more enjoyable when you don't have to worry about luggage."
May your New Year's holiday start off safe and happy.

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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

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Q1. 年末年始の旅行はどのサイズを選べばいいですか？

A1：日数＋帰省の有無で変わります。
・1〜3泊：35〜45L
・4〜6泊：50〜65L
・7泊〜：70L以上

ただしお土産が増えやすい時期なので、普段より1サイズ大きいものを選ぶと安心です。

Q2. 冬の旅行でもソフトケースは使えますか？

A2：可能ですが、冬は雪・雨などで濡れやすいため、ハードタイプ（PC or ABS+PC）のほうが安心です。
防水性・耐久性・汚れにくさで大きな差が出ます。

Q3. 冬の路面に強いキャスターの条件はありますか？

A3：大径（直径約5〜6cm）、ダブルキャスター、静音グリップ性の高い素材が理想です。
凍結した路面・濡れた段差でも引っかかりにくく走行性が安定します。

Q4. 海外旅行で盗難対策として絶対に必要なものは？

A4：TSAロック・高強度フレーム・目立つ識別タグが基本です。
さらに、到着後すぐ取り出す貴重品は「フロントオープン」があると便利で安全です。

Q5. 年末年始の混雑に強いスーツケースの条件は？

A5：瞬時に開くフロントオープン、走行性の高いキャスター、耐衝撃性のあるボディが重要です。
人混みでの移動が多い時期でもストレスが大幅に軽減されます。

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