Before the tan, the cocktails, and the group photos — there's packing. And if you're still rolling up with a broken zip holdall or borrowing your mum's suitcase, it's time to invest in gear that'll actually last. The good news: every brand below offers verified student discounts through Student Beans, meaning you can kit yourself out properly without the full price tag.
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Suitcases and Luggage
Easy Luggage student discount — 10% Off (Min. £19 Spend)
Best for: Browsing big-name brands in one place
Easy Luggage has been around since 2002 and stocks a wide range of well-known luggage brands at below high street prices — think of it as a luggage marketplace where you can compare options without jumping between sites.
Students get 10% off everything with a minimum spend of £19 through Student Beans. If you're not set on one brand and want to shop around for the best deal, this is a solid starting point.
Nere Travel student discount — 20% Off Full-Price Items
Best for: Fashion-forward students who want their luggage to actually look good
Nere is Australia's number one fashion travel brand, now in the UK — and it shows. Their suitcases come in genuinely beautiful colourways (think Orchid Pink, Lemon, Lilac-Grey and Cloud) and are built with a 10-year warranty, TSA locks, and 8 spinner wheels as standard. Students get 20% off full-price items through Student Beans — not valid on sale or bundle items. Free delivery on orders over £60.
Stori Cabin Suitcase — £99 (~£79 after discount)
ABS hard shell, 2.9kg, 31L, 8 spinner wheels. The most popular pick. Colours include Orchid Pink, Lemon, Khaki, Deep Navy, Dark Chocolate, Black.Stori Cabin in Blue Aura — same spec, new colourway.
Stori Cabin in Bright Lilac — if you want something that stands out on the carousel.
Bondi Cabin Suitcase — £119 (~£95 after discount)
PP hard shell (Nere's lightest material), 2.4kg, 35L, recycled lining, detachable mesh wash bag. Gelato-inspired palette. Colours: Lilac-Grey, Cloud, Pink, Olive, Slate, Black.Venture Dual Open Cabin — £129 (~£103 after discount)
Polycarbonate shell, 3.5kg, 36L, dual-opening system so you can access the front pocket without fully opening the case. Colours: Navy, Black, Khaki, Taupe, Pink.
it Luggage student discount — 20% Off
Best for: Lightweight hard shells at an honest price
British brand, 40 years in the business, and a 10-year warranty on every wheeled product — that's genuinely hard to find at this price point.
With 20% off via us at Student Beans, it Luggage becomes one of the best-value buys going.
Legion Medium Plus — from £60 (£48 after discount)
Hard ABS shell, expandable, TSA lock, 360° spinner wheels. Available in Pale Lilac, Smoke Blue, Frozen Matcha, Asphalt, Crown Jewel.Legion Large — from £70 (£56 after discount)
Same specs, more space. Good for longer trips or anyone who can't pack light.Replicating Medium Plus — from £50 (£40 after discount)
High-gloss hard shell, expandable. Great if you want something that looks a bit more premium without the price.Replicating Large — from £65 (£52 after discount)
Available in Charcoal, Cream, Dark Cherry.Eco-Protect Medium Plus — £60 (£48 after discount)
Made from 70% recycled materials, same spinner wheels and expandable design.Lykke Large — £75 (£60 after discount)
100% recycled plastic bottles. For the student who wants sustainability and a good warranty.
American Tourister student discount— Up to 30% Off
Best for: Stylish hard shells, great colour range
American Tourister is Samsonite's younger, more affordable sibling — strong build quality, a genuinely excellent colour range, and student discounts up to 20% through Student Beans (plus up to 30% in their sales). Free delivery over £65, and they offer interest-free payment in three instalments.
Neovibe Cabin 55cm — £120 (~£96 after discount)
Red Dot Design Award winner 2026. 4-wheel spinner. Colours: True Black, Steel Blue, Summer Sand, Fresh Lilac, Muted Mint.Neovibe Medium Check-in 67cm — £135 (~£108 after discount)
Same award-winning design, more space for longer trips.Neovibe Large Check-in 78cm — £159 (~£127 after discount)
SoundBox Cabin 55cm — £155 (~£124 after discount)
Expandable, 4-wheel spinner. One of their most popular. 15 colour options including Bass Black, Lavender, Tropical Lime.FastForward Cabin 55cm — £120 (~£96 after discount)
Sleek, 10 colour options including Radiant Orange and Steel Blue.
Cabin Max student discount — Up to 75% Off Sale + 10% Off First Order
Best for: Hand-luggage-only travel, budget airline sizing
Cabin Max invented the cabin backpack and have been making hand luggage built specifically to airline size restrictions since 2007. If you travel hand-luggage only — cheaper flights, no baggage fees, faster through the airport — these are purpose-built for it. Students get 10% off a first order plus access to sales with up to 75% off. Free delivery over £60.
Anode 20L Under Seat Case — £24.95 (was £30)
40x20x25cm. Fits under budget airline seats. Lightest and cheapest option.Anode 24L TwinWheel Underseat Case — £39.95 (was £45)
40x30x20cm. Twin wheels, fits Ryanair and Wizz Air underseat requirements.Anode 24L Expandable TwinWheel Underseat Case
Same as above with expansion for extra packing room when not on the flight.Anode 30L Underseat Case — from £39.95
45x36x20cm. Fits easyJet underseat requirements.Anode 40L Cabin Suitcase — £54.95 (was £60)
55x40x20cm. Fits TUI and Ryanair Priority overhead. The sweet spot for hand luggage only.Anode 56L easyJet Carry-On — £69.95
56x45x25cm. Designed specifically for easyJet Plus overhead allowance.Anode Full Set — 100L Check-in + 40L Cabin — £99 (was £125)
Best value if you want both sizes sorted in one go.
Backpacks and Travel Packs
Kind Bag student discount — 20% Off
Best for: Sustainable students who want bags that actually look good
Kind Bag is a B Corp certified, women-owned London brand making colourful, hard-wearing bags entirely from 100% recycled plastic bottles. Rated 4.8/5 by over 3,000 customers and genuinely one of the most vibrant bag brands going — if you're bored of black nylon, this is the answer. Students get 20% off full-price items through Student Beans. Free delivery on orders over £70.
Hackney Medium Backpack — £70 (£56 after discount)
Their bestselling backpack with 330+ reviews. Roomy, comfortable to carry, and available in a brilliant colour range: Beige, Bottle Green, Pebble Black, Poppy Red, Navy, Petrol Blue, Dusk Pink, Burnt Orange, Slate Grey, Moss Green.Hackney Large Backpack — £84.95 (£67.96 after discount)
Same design, more space. Good for longer trips or anyone who needs to carry a lot. Available in Khaki and Navy.Weekender Carry-On Bag — £49.95 (£39.96 after discount)
Their travel-specific bag — designed as a carry-on and ideal as a personal item on flights. Currently on sale from £64.95. Available in Leopard, Checkerboard Teal & Beige, Checkerboard Blue & Pink, and Abstract Flowers.Carryall Tote — from £34.95 (from £27.96 after discount)
Large-capacity tote that works brilliantly as a beach bag, day bag, or overflow carry-on. Available in Blue, Black, Yellow, Pink, Green, Leopard and Aurora Blue & Pink.Crossbody Bag — £28.95 (£23.16 after discount)
Lightweight, adjustable strap, perfect for a day of sightseeing when you don't want to carry a full backpack. Available in Red, Black, Green, Pink and Yellow.
Osprey student discount — 20% Off
Best for: Backpacking trips, gap years, carry-on travel
Osprey is the travel backpack brand. The Farpoint (men's fit) and Fairview (women's fit) series are what most students use for interrail, gap years, or any trip where you're moving between places regularly. Every bag is covered by Osprey's All Mighty Guarantee — broken or worn out, they repair or replace it. Students get 20% off, and graduates keep the discount for five years after finishing.
Farpoint 40 — £170 (£136 after discount)
40L, fits as carry-on for most airlines. Clamshell opening, detachable 10L daypack, stowaway harness, lockable zips. The most popular student pick.Fairview 40 — £170 (£136 after discount)
Women's fit version of the above. Identical specs, adjusted back system.Farpoint 55 — £190 (£152 after discount)
55L, check-in size. Compression system, adjustable fit. Best for trips of two weeks or more.Fairview 55 — £190 (£152 after discount)
Women's fit equivalent of the 55L.Farpoint 70 — £200 (£160 after discount)
70L. Built for long-term travel and gap years.Fairview 70 — £200 (£160 after discount)
Women's fit equivalent of the 70L.Farpoint Trek 55 — £220 (£176 after discount)
Hybrid pack for students mixing travel and hiking. Sturdier frame, better for rougher terrain.Fairview Trek 55 — £220 (£176 after discount)
Women's fit Trek version.Farpoint/Fairview Travel Daypack — £80 (£64 after discount)
Detachable 10L daypack. Pairs with any of the above as your personal item on flights.Farpoint/Fairview 36 Wheeled Carry-On — £240 (£192 after discount)
For anyone who wants the Osprey quality but prefers wheels.
Travel Insurance
Don't skip this. One cancelled flight, one dodgy stomach abroad, one lost bag — without cover it's a very expensive lesson. Every brand below has a verified student discount through Student Beans.
World Nomads student discount — 10% Off
Built for active travellers — covers activities most standard policies exclude: surfing, skiing, trekking, cycling, and 200+ more. Perfect for gap years and adventure travel.
Post Office Travel Insurance student discount — 15% Off
Trusted, straightforward, competitive pricing. One of the bigger discounts available on a mainstream provider.
Holidaysafe student discount — 15% Off
Specialises in non-standard trips — backpacking, adventure activities, longer stays. Good for multi-destination travel and anything outside a standard two-week package.
Urban Jungle student discount — £10 Credit
Modern, transparent, popular with younger customers. If you already use them for renters or contents cover, adding travel insurance with £10 credit is a no-brainer.
Compare all student travel insurance deals on Student Beans.
Holiday Toiletries and Essentials
Boots student discount — 10% Off
Best for: One-stop holiday toiletries shop
Do your full pre-holiday shop at Boots and apply your Student Beans discount across the whole order. Here's exactly what to buy:
Sun Protection
La Roche-Posay Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid Non-Perfumed Suncream SPF50+ 50ml — £21 (£18.90 after discount)
The gold-standard face SPF. Non-perfumed, doesn't break you out, works under makeup. Exactly 50ml so it clears hand luggage every time.Ambre Solaire Super UV Over Makeup Sun Protection Face Mist SPF50+ 75ml — £13.99 (£12.59 after discount)
Spray over makeup throughout the day. No reapplication mess, no ruined foundation.
Pre-Holiday Glow
Dove Lotion Visible Glow Dark 250ml — £3 (£2.70 after discount)
Gradual self-tan lotion. Use in the week before you go so you're not arriving looking translucent.Essence Drop of Sunshine Bronzing Drops 25ml — £3.99 (£3.59 after discount)
Mix a few drops into your moisturiser or foundation for an instant sun-kissed look. £4 well spent.
Cleansers & Skincare
Garnier Micellar Water Travel Size 100ml — £3.94 (£3.55 after discount)
Exactly 100ml — passes hand luggage limits every time. Removes SPF, makeup and dirt with no water needed.No7 Prime Forever Reusable Silicone Under-Eye Patches — £17.95 (£16.16 after discount)
Reusable, packable, and good for the long-haul flight or an early morning transfer. Reusable = no waste.
Makeup
e.l.f. Power Grip Dewy Setting Spray — £11 (£9.90 after discount)
Sets makeup through heat, sweat and humidity. Essential if you're going somewhere hot.Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Jet Set — £30 (£27 after discount)
Their iconic travel set — Brazilian Bum Bum Cream plus the hair and body fragrance mist. Packs small, smells amazing, looks great in your holiday flat-lay.
Superdrug student discount — 10% Off
Best for: Budget picks, travel-size top-ups, last-minute essentials
Superdrug's 10% student discount works in-store and online for Health & Beautycard members (max £5 saving per transaction, so best used on a few smaller purchases). Great for travel-size versions of everyday products and their own-brand dupes, which are consistently good. Stack with their regular 3-for-2 offers for extra savings.
Get Every Deal in One Place
All of the above are verified student-only discounts. The easiest way to access them is through the Student Beans app — codes on demand, new deals flagged, nothing missed.
FAQs
What's the best student luggage for hand-luggage-only travel?
Cabin Max is built specifically for this. The Anode 40L (55x40x20cm) fits Ryanair Priority and TUI overhead and costs £54.95 in sale, with 10% off your first order through Student Beans. If you need something even smaller for the cheapest fares, the Anode 24L fits Ryanair and Wizz Air underseat for £39.95.
Which Osprey backpack is best for students?
The Farpoint 40 (men's) or Fairview 40 (women's) at £170 — £136 after 20% student discount — is the most versatile. Carry-on legal, opens flat like a suitcase, includes a detachable daypack. The 55L is better for trips longer than two weeks. Both have Osprey's lifetime All Mighty Guarantee.
Do I really need travel insurance as a student?
Yes. Your GHIC card covers emergency medical care in Europe but not cancellations, lost luggage, or repatriation — all of which can cost thousands. World Nomads (10% off) and Holidaysafe (15% off) are both great for students doing more adventurous travel.
What toiletries can I take in hand luggage?
All liquids must be 100ml or under in one clear resealable bag (max 1 litre total). Everything linked in the Boots section is 100ml or under — the Garnier Micellar Water is exactly 100ml and the La Roche-Posay SPF is 50ml.
All prices correct at time of last update. Discounted prices are estimates based on stated percentage off full price — actual savings may vary. Visit each brand page on Student Beans for the latest codes and terms.
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