The brand today

Don’t let the youthful look fool you… American Tourister has been around for more than 90 years! And all this time, we have been evolving… always focused on quality, innovative design and a sense of fun!
Our beginning of time

1933

In 1933, founder Sol Koffler invests his life savings into a luggage company in Providence,...

Call for lighter luggage

1940's

Heeding the call for lighter luggage sparked by increased air travel, American Tourister introduces Hi-Taper...

The pace-setter for molded luggage

1950's

We pioneer the world’s first molded luggage with innovative material –THE TRIM AND SLIM TRI-TAPER.Not...

Flight test approves

1960's

We become the first company to ‘flight test’ our bags with flight attendants from major...

Gorilla proves durability

1970's

We continue to design durable cases that could withstand even the toughest quality critic:a gorilla!Our...

Softside bags arise

1980's

While continuing to design high quality hardside products, we respond to the shift in demand...

The union with Samsonite

1990's

American Tourister is acquired by Samsonite, marking the union of the world’s greatest luggage brands.Our...

Let the fun continue

NOWADAYS

American Tourister continues to innovate and create award-winning luggage with world-class quality and features. Our...

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