If you're that guy who always seems to be standing next to me at the baggage carousel, waiting for the duffel bag wrapped in duct tape you consider "luggage", come here for a sec, I wanna talk to you.

You're not backpacking across Europe anymore. You're a grown man. Buy some luggage. Real luggage that protects your stuff. In style. Luggage that doesn't scream "This is my first time on a real air-o-plane!"

When you're ready to get serious - really serious - check out luggage from Titan. After leading the market in Europe and Asia for years, Titan will be available in the US next month.

Their four lines (Manhattan, 360 Four, X2 and Xenon), are made of incredibly lightweight polycarbonate, and are not only stylish, they are durable and highly shock and scratch resistant. Even more than ballistic nylon. (Which you know is essential if you've ever watched baggage handlers at work.)

Engineered in Germany, everything's been well thought out. All exterior zippers are protected. They use extremely smooth rolling systems and ergonomic telescoping handles to make your run from gate A14 to your connecting flight at gate T37 vibration and pain free. And because we always seem to be at Security Level Orange, there are integrated TSA approved locks and removable toiletry bags.

All this does come with a high end price tag to match - but think of it as an investment. Titan offers a “No Matter What” unconditional lifetime warranty on all of their products. (Does your duffel bag offer that?) And you'll be using this luggage long after flying by airplane becomes antiquated.

Besides, what would you rather that cute flight attendant you've been hitting on since Charlotte see you take off the carousel? Exactly. Let her know you have arrived.

From $375
www.titanluggageusa.com