Traveling bags are essential items for anyone who is on the go. Valises, holdalls, and portmanteaus are all types of traveling bags that can be used to store and transport items. Valises are small, rectangular suitcases with handles and a hinged lid. Holdalls are large, cylindrical bags with two handles and a zipper closure. Portmanteaus are large, flat-bottomed bags with two handles and a hinged lid. All three types of traveling bags are useful for carrying items while traveling.