FROM LESS THAN £35

With prices for some of our ranges starting at less than £35,

you are sure to be able to find lightweight suitcases and

travel bags that suit your pocket – and can be just what you

want for your trip !

And, of course, at the other end of the scale, we offer the very

latest , even – lighter, lightweight suitcases priced at nearly

£400. But remember, really high – quality luggage like this

can last a lifetime – even long enough to pass on to the next

generation - so it can genuinely be regarded as an investment

rather than just an expense !

PRICE MATCH

We try to ensure that our prices always represent really good

value for money and we aim never to be undersold. Whenever

possible we offer attractive discounts against Recommended

Retail Selling Prices so that our pricing is always keenly competitive.

So, if you find that a particular product that you want to buy is being

offered elsewhere at a lower price,e for free next-day

delivery from stock - do please tell us. We will welcome the chance

to match it - or even make you a better offer !

Please remember, however, that we are unable to reduce prices

retrospectively.

2 WHEELS OR 4 WHEELS ?

Since the late 1980's there have been wheeled versions of both heavier

and lightweight suitcases, and now widely-spaced wheels on the base

of “upright” suitcases have become the generally welcomed alternative

to manhandling heavily – loaded cases and searching for elusive

baggage – trolleys at the terminal.

2-Wheeled trolley cases have certainly proved their worth but sometimes

manoeuvering one in tight spaces or making progress in a slow-moving

queue can become tricky - even exasperating ! However, 4-Wheeled

trolley cases combine the convenience of tilting to run on the two rear

wheels with the alternative benefits of being able to stand unaided,

manoeuvre in confined spaces and remain stable when travelling upright

with virtually effortless mobility. 4-Wheel trolley cases – often called

“Spinners” are, however, slightly heavier and cost a little more than

a 2-Wheel version of similar capacity.

The comprehensive luggage collections we offer from Antler, Samsonite,

Revelation, American Tourister, Delsey and Skyflite all feature a choice of

lightweight suitcases with either 2-Wheel or 4-Wheel trolley systems.

LONG HAUL OR SHORT HAUL

Long-Haul doesn't necessarily mean you need huge cases and Short-Haul

needn't be the converse. But do remember that most of the lightweight

suitcases and travel bags we offer come in matching collections of several

sizes that can be used singly or in various combinations to provide just the

right capacity you'll need to pack whatever you'll need to take with you

wherever you're going, however you're travelling and however long you

plan to be away. Investing in a matching set of large, medium and smaller

lightweight suitcases or travel bags can make it so much easier to cater for

your future travel needs, whether long-planned or arising at short notice.

Don't forget to include a cabin -size lightweight suitcase or bag that you

can carry onboard the aircraft so as to keep your essentials with you.

And do bear in mind that a matching set of suitcases or travel bags can make

a most acceptable, really useful and very long-lasting wedding present

- or a gift to mark any very special occasion.

FOR AIR, LAND AND SEA

Some of the luggage you'll find in our website will obviously look very much

at home on the polished brass baggage trolley being trundled through the

foyer of a five-star hotel and destined for a long, luxurious stay. Some of the

other ranges will clearly be much more comfortable crammed in the boot of

the car heading for a casual weekend fishing trip !

Whatever sort of travel you're planning you are almost certain to find the ideal

luggage in the pages of this website. However, if you need assistance in

choosing, please don't hesitate to ask us . . . . . e-mail us at sales@business-shop.com

or 'phone between 9am and 4pm Monday to Friday. We'll welcome the opportunity

to suggest the perfect luggage to go with you.

BUSINESS OR PLEASURE

Many lightweight suitcases can serve equally well for both the family vacation

and the brief business trip. But, nowadays, luggage manufacturers are recog-

nising the very special needs of the business traveller and producing lightweight

suitcases, travel bags and backpacks designed to accommodate papers, files,

laptop and accessories and still have generous space for a change of clothing,

shoes and toiletries, etc. Our ranges from Wenger, Antler, Samsonite and

Revelation offer particularly attractive options. And, of course, there's a wide

choice of more “traditional” business cases, bags and attache's for ladies and

for gentlemen.

FULLY GUARANTEED

The luggage manufacturer's confidence in the quality of their designs, materials

and workmanship is reflected in the guarantees that now come with their products.

These now vary from 12 months for some of the lower-priced bags, holdalls and

leather goods up to 10 years, or even longer, for some of the top-of-the-range

ultra-light, lightweight suitcases. We show the length of the applicable guarantee

in the detailed description for each product range we offer.

Please remember that the manufacturer's guarantees don't cover “fair wear and

tear” and specifically exclude damage in transit. Their cover is limited to defects

in materials or workmanship. Therefore its wise to check whether you can

include your luggage – and contents – in the cover provided by your travel

insurance policy.

Always make a point of carefully inspecting your luggage when collecting it from

“Baggage Reclaim” on arrival at your destination. If you identify any damage,

notify the carrier before you leave the terminal. This will make it much simpler

and speedier to prove liability and process your claim for compensation.

CABIN BAGGAGE

Its a good idea to pack a change of clothing and essentials like toiletries and

medicines, etc. in a separate small bag or lightweight suitcase that you can take

on board the aircraft with you as “back-up” in the event that your main luggage

is delayed or goes astray.

Nowadays, however, the high charges levied by some budget airlines for carrying

luggage in the hold of an aircraft have become an incentive to pack as much as

possible in a holdall or small lightweight suitcase that can be carried with you in

the aircraft cabin and so reduce – or even avoid – the need for larger cases that

have to be checked-in for loading in the hold.

All airlines specify the maximum measurements they will accept for bags and

cases they will allow to be carried onto the aircraft as cabin baggage. Most

major international airlines now apply the limits recommended by IATA and the

product descriptions on our website indicate this compliance where applicable.

The “Budget” airlines, however, apply more stringent limits and will refuse to

allow baggage that does not comply to be taken into the cabin. Where possible,

our product descriptions show compliance with specific requirements for “easyJet”

“Ryanair” or “Flybe”. However, we very strongly recommend that you check your

airline's current requirements before you purchase any bag or case intended for use as cabin baggage.

EXPANDING SUITCASES

Particularly when away on holiday we often find that we need to take home more

than we took away ! Many of the suitcases and travel bags we offer incorporate

special gussets at both sides that unzip to temporarily increase the depth of the case.

Depending on the particular design, between 10% and 30% additional packing

capacity can be provided in this way . . . so choosing an “Expander” is the answer !

But remember that if your cabin case has an expansion feature, you'll need to check

that opening it up will not exceed the permitted measurements for “Cabin Baggage”

- - - otherwise, it may have to go in the hold !

NEXT – DAY DELIVERY

Orders received by 3pm Monday to Friday are routinely delivered FREE OF CHARGE

next working day to the UK mainland delivery address you specify on your order.

Deliveries to addresses in The Highlands, Islands and Northern Ireland are charged

at £12.75 extra and normally take between two and five working days. We regret that

we are unable to accept orders for delivery to the Channel Islands or any destination outside the United Kingdom. PLEASE SEE “TERMS AND CONDITIONS” for full

details about deliveries, tracking information and returns.