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Euro-Chic

Despite the devastating Dollar-to-Euro exchange rate, it's hard to stay away from Barcelona or Rome. Avoid sticking out like a sore American thumb and sink some dough into any of these chic suitcase that underplay our fine nation's financial downturn. Our pick: Fidenza Outlet, Milan.

Below, from left:Dolce Vita J.P. Mattie Big Leather Bag, $292, available at Dolce Vita; Want Les Essentials Da Vinci 72-Hour Travel Bag, $1,795, available at Opening Ceremony in New York and Los Angeles; ECSOTYPE School Bisected Leather Duffel, $358, available at ECSOTYPE.

Nature, Nurture

Sometimes all you really want do is get outta dodge, sling your belongings over your shoulder, and commune with what used to be here before we obliterated the Native Americans and built the Gap. For no-frills, down-to-earth vacations like camping in the Catskills or cabin-hanging in Tahoe, a rugged duffel is ideal for sleeping bags, mosquito repellants, and flannel of all kinds. When going more upscale, a chocolate brown leather weekender is at once utilitarian and luxurious. Our pick: Canadian Mountain Holidays.

Below, from left:Umbro by Kim JonesWoven Weekender, $297, available at Gargyle; Krane Hawker Duffel, $420, available at Active Endeavors; Jas M.B. for Katherine E Hamnett, $875, available through Jas M.B.

Puttin' on the Glitz

Looking to play out your champagne wishes and caviar dreams? Vacations in St. Tropez, Monte Carlo, or St. Barth fit the bill. When white beaches, dazzling casinos, and skimpy bikinis are just about everywhere, you'll fit in with any of these super-sleek, super-tiny carryalls. With their retro shapes and luxe materials, these bags are all about understated elegance. Our pick: Cagnes.

Below, from left: 3.1 Phillip Lim Canvas Duffle Bag, $325, available at E Luxury; Globe Trotter for Conran ShopTrolley, $1,570, available at Conran Shop; Glaser DesignsAll-Leather Two Compartment Bag, $1,200, available through Glaser.

Worldwide Explorers

This summer may just be the season you decide to take the plunge and take a life-changing travel adventure. Run as fast as you can from the oppressive summer heat and discover the cool air of Patagonia (glaciers, waterfalls, and the southern tip of the world), or journey deep into the heart of Africa bouncing from safaris to sand surfing. Bring all the comforts of home with you in these durable, adventure-ready suitcases that are built to withstand all the wild things you can muster. Our pick: Patagonia.

Below, from left: J.W. Hulme Co. Large Leather Rolling Duffle, $1,250, available at J.W. Hulme Co; Maison Martin MargielaGuitar Bag, $1,195, available at ELuxury; Filson Medium Duffle Bag, $265, available at Filson.

24 bags to take you away this summer.

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