After two years, Canadian golfers are more eager than ever to head to sunny spots to tee it up – especially when that first big snowfall of the year finds the ground.

But with so many golf travel bags collecting dust due to the COVID-19 pandemic, what makes the best golf travel bag these days?

Should you go with a hard case golf travel bag or something softer?

And what about luggage?

The good news is that GlobalGolf.ca has all the options you need when it comes time to packing for travel again. There is no shortage of great destinations for Canadian golfers that are a short drive and a shorter flight away from home, and assuming you’ve taken the necessary precautions golf’s been proven as an activity that’s COVID-19 friendly.

But what about loading up your beloved clubs?

No matter if you’re packing a car or flying to a bucket-list destination unfortunately there are a lot of opportunities for your clubs to get damaged. A travel bag – and especially a hard case golf travel bag – is the ultimate in safety. Since golf travel bags don’t get used as often as a regular bag (unless, of course, you’re a Tour pro) you can be assured that an investment in a solid golf travel bag will be very much worth it.

One of the best golf travel bags for Canadians comes from Ping. Ping’s rolling cover travel golf bag fits carry bags or even cart bags, plus it can be rolled in the tilted or upright positions. And maybe you’re in a rush at the airport – no worries. Interlocking skid rails help to roll smoothly over curbs.

Now, protecting your clubs is one thing but what about your gear?

TaylorMade’s Performance Rolling Carry on Bag is one of the best golf travel bags for your large accessories and clothing. It’s got multiple handles, smooth-rolling wheels (to make it easily rolled or comfortably carried) and boasts an exterior pocket for access to last-minute items.

The Nike Departure Backpack, meanwhile, features durable material and a water-resistant bottom to help keep your gear dry. This backpack has a haul loop (as a secondary carrying option) and has adjustable and padded shoulder straps.

So, while your clubs are key for any golfing adventure, there are a handful of great options to make sure all your gear is safely packed and ready to go.