MARKRYDEN Blogs

Trick-or-Travel 2025: 5 Spooky Destinations & the MARK RYDEN Bag to Bring
Halloween is more than costumes and candy—it’s a chance to explore somewhere eerie, historic, and unforgettable. Whether you’re ghost-hunting in Edinburgh, roaming Transylvania’s castles, or joining Salem’s witch-town parades, your backpack becomes a trusty sidekick. In this post, we’ll walk you through five Halloween destinations worth visiting across the U.S. and Europe — and the perfect MARK RYDEN bags to pack for each spooky adventure. Top Spooky Destinations + Bag Pairings Here are five destinations known for their Halloween spirit, with curated bag picks from MARK RYDEN to suit each... Read more...
Top New Backpacks for Students 2025 — Gear Up with MARK RYDEN
Top New Backpacks for Students 2025 — Gear Up with MARK RYDEN
As the new school year approaches, it’s time to upgrade your gear — not just textbooks and stationery, but the bag that carries your world. Whether you’re commuting across town... Read more...
New Student Travel Guide 2025: Why the Aegis Fortress 38L Backpack Is Your Smart Choice for Campus & Travel
New Student Travel Guide 2025: Why the Aegis Fortress 38L Backpack Is Your Smart Choice for Campus & Travel
Starting university in 2025? Whether you’re moving away for the first time, joining student halls, or settling into college life, you’ll want gear that works as hard as you do.... Read more...
Back to School Essentials 2025: Why the Right Backpack Matters
Back to School Essentials 2025: Why the Right Backpack Matters
As the new school year approaches, students everywhere are preparing their back-to-school essentials—from notebooks and laptops to water bottles and chargers. But one item often overlooked, yet absolutely essential, is... Read more...
Back-to-School Packing List: Essentials Every Student Needs
Back-to-School Packing List: Essentials Every Student Needs
Heading back to school? Whether you're a student or shopping for one, preparing a smart packing list makes all the difference. Here’s a curated guide to help you pack efficiently—with... Read more...
Oktoberfest Unfiltered: Stein-Hopping Through Munich’s Liquid Carnival
Oktoberfest Unfiltered: Stein-Hopping Through Munich’s Liquid Carnival
Dawn bleeds gold over the Theresienwiese as copper horns echo through mist. A sea of dirndls and lederhosen converges beneath striped tents smelling of malt and fried dough. Beside me, a silver-bearded local slams... Read more...
Unlocking Munich, Germany: Royal Brews, Baroque Dreams & Urban Pulse
Unlocking Munich, Germany: Royal Brews, Baroque Dreams & Urban Pulse
6:30 AM. The Gothic spires of the Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall) pierce a peach-hued sky as bakers roll carts of brezn (pretzels) across empty cobblestones. I sip a Milchkaffee at Café Frischhut—watching salt crystals glitter... Read more...
Bridges, Beer & Rain‑Proof Adventures: Discovering Bamberg, Germany with a Mark Ryden Waterproof Backpack
Bridges, Beer & Rain‑Proof Adventures: Discovering Bamberg, Germany with a Mark Ryden Waterproof Backpack
Bamberg may be compact, but it packs a millennia-deep punch: an entire UNESCO‑listed old town built on seven hills, half‑timbered façades reflected in the Regnitz, legendary smoked beer that wafts... Read more...
Practical Lyon Travel Tips to Make Your Trip Easier
Practical Lyon Travel Tips to Make Your Trip Easier
📅 Itinerary with Soul Day 1: Time-Traveling Through Old Stones AM: Funicular ride up Fourvière Hill – the vintage tram creaked like an old friend as we climbed. At the Basilica, cold marble met... Read more...
A Chic Day in Florence: Art, Fashion, and Sweet Indulgence
A Chic Day in Florence: Art, Fashion, and Sweet Indulgence
Florence, with its rich tapestry of Renaissance art, timeless architecture, and delectable cuisine, offers an experience like no other. With my versatile and stylish crossbody bag, I set foot in... Read more...
A Classic Lake District Camping Adventure: 3 Days of Fells, Lakes, and Local Charm
A Classic Lake District Camping Adventure: 3 Days of Fells, Lakes, and Local Charm
There's something timeless about a few days spent under canvas in the Lake District. This past weekend, we packed up the car and headed north for a three-day escape filled... Read more...
MARKRYDEN On Sale: Upgrade Your Carry with Lightweight, Futuristic & Commuter-Ready Bags
MARKRYDEN On Sale: Upgrade Your Carry with Lightweight, Futuristic & Commuter-Ready Bags
Between work deadlines, cross-continental flights, and the daily hustle, your bag shouldn’t weigh you down. For a limited time, MARKRYDEN’s On Sale collection delivers premium craftsmanship, innovative designs, and smart... Read more...