Anti-theft bags for anti-stress travel

THE year-end travelling season is just around the corner! And we're focusing on a couple of bags that we hope could help enhance your holiday experience. I think most of us can agree that getting robbed while on vacation is one of the quickest ways to ruin the trip.

Along with the trauma are the inconveniences that result, which can range from minor (losing some cash) to major (losing one's personal identification documents, sentimental possessions, mobile phone, etc). Anti-theft bags are a good way to reduce the risk of getting pickpocketed (though, we realise they cannot eliminate that possibility altogether), which should give you greater peace of mind and the focus you need to enjoy your holiday.

I have been trialling some of these bags, and am focusing on two of my favourites this month. Both are from eBags.com (www.ebags.com), an online retailer for travel bags and accessories that is a subsidiary of well-known luggage maker, Samsonite International. I picked the two bags that best suit my preferences, but eBags makes a host of anti-theft bags in other designs and specifications for different needs.