It’ll work just fine; it might be a little bigger than you need since you’ll probably also take a separate daypack, but it’s not obnoxiously large. Unless you’re getting a really good deal on it you might want to look at a pack designed specifically for travel. There’s nothing wrong with taking a pack designed primarily for hiking/outdoor use, but if I were spending that much I’d get a travel pack with features that make backpack travel a little easier.

Here are some examples of what REI offers:
http://www.rei.com/c…

And here’s one that I like a lot. I think it’s a really good size, has a detachable daypack, a cover for checking it on the plane, and front panel access:
http://www.tahoemoun…

Definately a nice pack but I’d try to save on money.

I like the access from top, side, or bottom. It saves the pain of having to unload everything to get to different things.

If you have a local outdoor store you can get fitted for a pack and then buy online. You definately don’t want the wrong size.

Try[url=‘http://www.sierratradingpost.com/b/311_Backpacks.html’]Sierra Trading Post[/url]

The link should take you to the bargain barn where there are pretty good deals.

Some backpacks also come with removeable daypacks, if that matters.
I don’t see the need for the daypack except for the one day you might want to get souveniers. Instead I went to Target and bought a cloth sports bag for about $12.00. It works for carry on and then you can fold it to put into you pack.

By the way, is your first name Buffy?

It is funny I have heard so many people say not to bring a large pack and travel lite, but in my experience, get a large pack and pack what you need. I bought the Eagle Creek Ultimate and thought I was crazy becuase everyone here and some other places said it was to big. It was a clearance item at my local camping shop so i bought it. IT was a life saver, with the easy access and extra room it was great. I was even able to carry some food items, which totally saved time on many occasions. I do suggest like everyone said here, get fitted at a shop, and buy one designed for backpacking, with the rain cover and the suspension cover for the plane. Happy travels.
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