Suitcase for lady travelling alone

Definitely go for four wheels whatever you get. Went away with DD2 last month and her case was a nightmare with only two wheels - I was trying to walknormally with mine, but having to drag hers along behind me.

Why not consider a rucksack? You can get light ones and ones to fit a range of back sizes. They spread the weight of your luggage evenly so that you don't have to twist as you do, however slightly, when pulling a suitcase, so put less strain on your back. You can get carry-on-sized ones if you are flying. If you are travelling by train you are not faced with carrying an awkward suitcase up or down the inevitable stairs.

They don't make a noise on a rough pavement either!

You have your answer, soft case on wheels, it's a No brainier, but don't go too big. Medium is fine for the average hoilday, and get a cabin bag that you can hook on /attache to the handle when you pull long.
Have a good time.

Buy a soft suitcase on four wheels from Matalan. They usually have them in three sizes. I use the small for a long weekend and the medium for a proper holiday. They are very easy to push along. No matter what luggage you buy, make sure you don’t pack too much. You will still have to lift the case at times.

Just bought a new suitcase last week and I'm very pleased with it. I had been searching everywhere for a few weeks as there are just so many different ones to choose from.

It's soft bodied and I ordered a medium size and it's perfect, it also has 4 wheels and is very light in weight with plenty of room inside. Here's the one I bought ... www.tjhughes.co.uk/products/it-luggage-suitcase-lux-lite-divinity-eva-royal-blue

We got some very lightweight but sturdy fabric ones on four wheels in TK Maxx but many outlets sell them at all prices.

I can't recommend a lightweight hard-shell case as DD's new one was broken en route, the body broken and two wheels dropped off.