I’ve been lucky enough to travel quite a bit this year and a good travel tote makes all the difference (and saves your sanity) when you’re searching for your ID or navigating security and taxi lines.

My Coach tote bag (which I picked up at the outlet for a steal years ago) is always by my side and fits all my must-haves for a travel worthy tote: 1.) a solid base and sturdy sides so it doesn’t flop over 2.) a cross body strap so my arms are free to maneuver and/or hand straps long enough to  sling over my shoulder 3.) large enough to carry a book, iPad, snacks, and other travel essentials without being unwieldy and 4.) interior pockets to keep cash, ID, and tickets easy to locate.

Here’s a few totes that I think are totally travel worthy…

(Top)
DVF Sold Out
Coach Bleeker Legacy Utility Tote $568
Baggu Duck Bag $24
(Middle)
GAP Neon Leather Tote $125
Zara Studded Shopper $90
Lesportsac Travel Tote $88
(Bottom)
Deena & Ozzy Studded Tote $69
Brix “X-Bag” $98
Old Navy Zip Top Tote $22 

Do you have a favorite travel bag? What helps make travel most stress-free for you?