Calpak Travel reviews and discussion

I purchased this Calpak backpack a few months ago because of the brand’s reputation for quality and travel-friendly design. Unfortunately, my experience has been very disappointing. After only a few months of normal use, one of the main shoulder straps has begun ripping away from the top of the backpack. The tear is getting worse, and it’s now at the point where I can’t comfortably or safely carry the bag on one shoulder. This is not the type of wear I would expect from a backpack marketed for travel and daily use, especially at Calpak’s price point. I take good care of my belongings and was not overloading the bag or using it in harsh conditions. This appears to be a durability and construction issue rather than misuse. While I love the look and design of the backpack, the quality simply does not match the aesthetic. A travel backpack should last far longer than a few months, and this defect makes the product unreliable for everyday use. I hope Calpak takes this feedback seriously and improves the reinforcement and stitching on their straps, because the design is great, but the execution needs work.

I'm going to Europe two times this year and needed a carry one that would meet the airlines specs. I am so impressed by this suitcase! They really thought about how what travelers need. I love the side pocket for your passport/IDs.

My daughter is obsessed with sky blue. When I saw the latest French blue collection, I knew it would be perfect for her! I love the color and all of the thoughtful details in the suitcase including the gingham lining, and interior pockets. This is a well made piece of luggage. The zippers and wheels work smoothly.

I have the Luka duffle and it’s one of the most comfortable travel bags I own. It’s spacious and fits exactly everything I need as my personal bag to bring on board with me. The fact that it has a separate compartment for shoes on the bottom is absolutely genius!

The Calpak Luka Duffel is my favorite travel bag! With its beautifully constructed pockets, there is a place for all of your personal items! The shoe compartment is a huge plus as it keeps shoes separated nicely from your clothing, etc. The material is tough enough to keep up with all of your adventures while being very aesthetically pleasing. The shoulder straps are padded helping with comfort and the soft outer shell makes carrying it against your body easy. These bags have a trolley pass-through making them a delight to use with your rolling suitcase as well. If you’re eyeing this bag, don’t wait!

Love this product gave to 5 people for the holidays for 5 different reasons! Can hold snacks a cutlery kit, and for my artist and scientist friends paint bushes and a small watercolor kit, sample vials and gloves and for everyone their sunglasses keys and some snacks. I included a mini first aid kit in each gift. For travel and adventure parks and events it is ideal. Very packable for sight-seers!

I love my new Calpak bag! I've struggled to find a good carry on bag that doesn't slip off my small rollerboard handle, but that has plenty of room and compartments. On my first trip the Calpak worked brilliantly. And I am crazy for the bronze color.

The terra duffel backpack is so good! meets the best of both worlds as it opens fully and lays flat, but has backpack straps to be able to carry on your back. It's a go-to, especially for trips where I anticipate needing my arms/hands for other things.

I’ve ordered several times from Calpak and they’ve been exceptional to work with! They shipped very quickly and the Luka is hands down my favorite travel bag these days.

I’ve purchased a few of the Luka duffle bags and used 2 - one small and one large - for a road trip. I love the durability and size of the bags. Wish the price points of the products were a bit lower but the loyalty program + discounts helps!

I bought the terra backpack and terra tote and am so happy with my purchase because it is made with durable material that I know can withstand heavy weather and tsa. There are so many organizational pockets as well.

I’ve gotten several products from calpak and I lived everyone of them. Durable, great colors and lots of pockets and storage to make traveling a breeze.

Both Customer Service and products have been great .| travel internationally and love the Luka bag since it counts as a personal item. I also love it for regular travel as well especially having a dedicated shoe compartment. I have since bought the duffel/backpack for ease of carrying since I travel with my dog and it is a breeze now having the backpack as an option. I believe the it's a bit pricey for the pieces but they have a decent reward program and I love their collection!

I'm super impressed with the functionality and style of this backpack! I love the recycled and waterproof materials, and abundance of practical pockets. It makes for an excellent personal item when flying for its capacity, and ability to hook onto a carry on suitcase. I love the wide variety of colors and finishes it's offered in too.

Love this bag, bought several for Christmas gifts and they all loved it too! Perfect for a short trip and no checks bags!!!

Love at first sight!!! Glossy black luka duffel. My new, favorite travel bag. Worth every penny

The Luka Duffle is durable, spacious, stylish, and perfect for me, a Mama of three. I don’t think this design will ever go out of style. I’m looking forward to new limited edition colors so that I can purchase another one!

I travel pretty frequently and after shopping around for a new backpack, I purchased the Terra duffel backpack. I just used this on a trip to Scotland and was pleasantly surprised by how much I loved it This bag has pretty much all of the features I was looking for and more I didn't even know I needed! I love all of the functional pockets, and was so excited that I finally found a backpack that comfortably fits my 32oz water bottle! The fact that it unzips like a suitcase makes it really easy to pack but it still has a top zipper for quickly grabbing items on the go. This backpack is definitely big enough to be used for a weekend getaway but still fits comfortably under the seat in an airplane. I had a bit of difficulty sliding the backpack onto my suitcase with the trolley sleeve on my own, but other than that I'm really happy with my purchase and excited to keep using it on all my upcoming travel!

I have their duffle bag and I like that it’s super soft. I haven’t had issues with stains surprisingly either! I’ve taken it on international trips without any issue as my carry-on and appreciate how many pockets there are, plus the shoe compartment. Overall I feel like I’ve always had good luck with their products lasting a long time!

I absolutely love my CALPAK Terra Backpack — it’s become my go-to for everything from travel to daily errands. The design is super sleek and minimal, but it still manages to fit so much. I was surprised by how roomy it is without looking bulky. The material feels durable and high quality, and the water-resistant finish is a huge plus when I’m out and about in unpredictable weather. The best part for me is all the thoughtful compartments — there's a padded laptop sleeve, hidden pockets for valuables, and even a separate section for shoes or dirty clothes if you're using it for travel. It’s seriously like CALPAK thought of everything. If I could change one thing, I’d love slightly more padding on the straps for heavier loads, but honestly, that’s just me nitpicking. This backpack delivers on style, function, and comfort. Big shoutout to CALPAK for creating a bag that actually makes me more organized and looks good doing it. Totally worth it!