February’s a great month to get away. Preferably, for most of us, somewhere that hasn’t seen snow in years and has a very low annual rain fall. We could go on about the greenest way to get there (train, if possible, and carbon offsets if you must fly), the greenest place to stay (one of the new eco-focused hotels) and some environmentally-conscious activities (how about a volunteer vacation?), but instead, we want to alert you to a set of luggage that’s light on impact and heavy on quality.

The three-piece Eco Case set from Heys USA is one of our favorites because it’s the only luggage on the market made from 100% recycled plastic. So if you’re someone who can’t handle the idea of their goods being squashed and slammed around inside a soft-fabric set, this is the hard case option to go for. We also appreciate the fact that the Eco Case set sits on four wheels for easy maneuvering, is expandable, and features “Piggy Back straps” in case you ever need to pick it up and run for a flight. The five color choices don’t hurt, either.

While there’s the obvious environmental perk of recycled materials in this luggage, another element to consider is the emphasis on long-lasting, quality luggage. If you buy one set of Heys Eco Case luggage (avoiding the use of new plastics) and it holds up for years thanks to a construction that won’t crack, bend or wear down, you’re also eliminating the resources you would use if you purchase several sets of cheaper luggage over that time span.

At $450.00 (or $360.00 with a 20%-off offer from EBags), it’s not the cheapest luggage you can find, but it is comparably priced to other high-end hard shell sets. Think of it as lightening your wallet a little now to lighten your travel load (both physical and environmental) later. And remember to pack as minimal as possible–each piece of luggage you take adds to the carbon impact of your travel!

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