I swear I'm not just crushing on Crumpler because they're generous sponsors of big and small…read moreBrisbane cultural events (though thanks again Crumpler for sponsoring the Animation Film Festival I helped organise at The Edge). Their bags are really well made. I own a Crumpler camera bag, a laptop bag and a casual messenger bag. My camera bag cost $120 but my even more expensive camera fits snugly inside and I never have to worry about collateral damage from bumps, jostles or even the occasional drop. The same goes for my sturdy laptop bag which I've owned for five years now and there's no sign of damage. Though their specialty bags may be perfect, be warned that their everyday totes may not suit everyone. The messenger bags have bright colours, Velcro straps, buckles and are made from a sort-of water resistant canvas fabric. It's not going to match business wear or party dress but will go with jeans and most casual day wear.

I'm new to the Crumpler fan-club and was surprised at just how vast their range of product was when…read moreI visited, and took refuge in the air conditioned space, their Adelaide Street store. I was looking for a camera bag solution for my DSLR and found myself discovering they do toiletry bags and suitcases, too! I'm a fan of their sleek design, hardy construction and good looks. I was wooed by a perfectly compact camera bag and toiletry bag. The sales assistant was helpful if I needed it but gave me the space to wander and explore without being over my shoulder the entire time. The range is reasonably priced (to me) by comparison to other similar brands. Definitely worth considering if you're seeking a backpack, satchel, or any other travel-associated bags and cases.

Both handles on my favourite suitcase broke and I didn't want to simply buy a new one - the easier…read moreoption I know, but one which irritated me. I was given the number for Brisbane Luggage Store and phoned this morning. Luckily I found Christine who answered all my questions: she did not instantly recommend buying a new bag, but worked with me to solve my problem. This afternoon, I still have my favourite suitcase resplendent with new handles !!!! Thanks Brisbane Luggage Store at 265 Blaker Road, Keperra.

I found this luggage repairer along with others trawling google. I sent off a photo and…read moredescription of the problem to be told by all except one that it was a superseded Qantas bag and wheel assemblies were unavailable, so can't help. Brisbane Luggage Store fixed it perfectly and was done at a great price. Wouldn't go anywhere else now. Great shop with every bag imaginable too. Thanks guys. Shane S - Cleveland Qld

Whenever I go to the airport I always leave insanely early just in case I get caught in traffic or…read morethere is a big line as soon as you get in. Unfortunately, this means that on most occasions when the traffic is fine and the lines are minimal I have much too much time to spare before jumping on the place. Luckily for me there are plenty of newsagents, cafes and bars to browse through. On my latest trip through the Brisbane Domestic Airport I found myself gravitating towards News Travels not just to spend some time before my flight but because it looked fresh, clean and surprisingly spacious for an airport newsagent. News Travels had a wide range of books and magazines to rummage through and a good selection of kids colouring books and the like. There was your general selection of lollies, mints and other snack food. The books and magazines were quite cheap but food and drink still had those typically high airport prices. What I found nice was the selection of carry on luggage available to buy as well. All of these things and more were arranged nice and spaciously around this rather large store. It was nice to be able to have more than one person in each aisle as we flicked through magazines in search of something to entertain ourselves. Check News Travels out next time you have a little time to spare before your flight. You won't regret it.