Travel In Style
Posted by Geoff Nelowet / Monday, April 9th, 2012
by Matt Basheda
Travel in style… By getting your friends and family to chip in. Set up a myTab account and never again foot the bill on your own. MyTab creates an online piggy bank towards which you can solicit donations—or simply save up, bit by bit. These guys have been getting a ton of coverage lately, and there are a lot more features. This is one of the new best travel websites.
April 2012
Posted by Geoff Nelowet / Friday, March 9th, 2012
Featherweight Journey, Sephora, $130
Tired of making the choice between your blowdryer or that extra pair of getaway heels? Say goodbye to the styling hassle of the hotel wall hairdryer with the T3 Featherweight Journey. The already lightweight and proven hair-styling essential, folds up into a sleek, carry-on approved travel must.
Vera Bradley Laptop Travel Tote
Posted by Geoff Nelowet / Friday, February 10th, 2012
By Lindsey Leake
Photo courtesy of Vera Bradley
Most of us fly with laptops these days and it can be a real hassle to dig your computer out of your carry-on bag at each stage of airport security. With Vera Bradley’s new Laptop Travel Tote, you can now zip through security checkpoints in style. The tote’s interior splits in two, revealing a roomy, zip-top compartment on one side and a padded laptop sleeve on the other. Unzippable sides make it easy to slide out your laptop as you make your way through security and lock into place when you’re ready to board. The bag also boasts an exterior zippered pouch for added storage.
Features:
• A divided interior has a padded laptop sleeve on one side and a zip-top section on the other
• Sides unzip, dividing the tote in half for quick and easy security inspection
• Easy-access zipper on side locks into place
• Dimensions: 11 ¼” x 14 ¾” x 3” with 12” strap drop
• Available in Spring 2012 prints: Camellia, Ellie Blue, Island Blooms and Rosy Posies
Laptop Travel Tote, www.verabradley.com, $85
Image depicts tote in Rosy Posies.
EatSmart Precision Voyager Digital Luggage Scale
Posted by Rebekah Lowe / Monday, January 9th, 2012
- Photo Courtesy of EatSmart
By Lexi Ramage
No one likes biting their nails at the airport, hoping their baggage will be under the 50-pound weight limit so they don’t have to pay overweight baggage fees. The EatSmart Precision Voyager Digital Luggage Scale clips onto the handle of a suitcase or bag and allows for easy lifting of heavy items, up to 110 pounds. Once lifted, the scale weighs the bag and beeps when done. The weight will appear on the large backlit LCD, making over-packing a thing of the past!
Features include:
• EatSmart SmartGrip two-handed design for easier lifting of heavy luggage
• 110 lb./50 kg capacity; Graduation of .1 lbs./.1 kgs
• Easy-to-read backlit LCD display
• Compact and lightweight design, perfect for any traveler
• Auto Calibated; Auto Power-Off; Runs on one long-life lithium battery (included)
• 100 percent EatSmart Satisfaction Guarantee
EatSmart Precision Voyager Digital Luggage Scale, was $29.95 and now is $19.95.
Samsonite Black Label Cosmolite Luggage
Posted by Rebekah Lowe / Friday, December 9th, 2011
Samsonite’s new Curv technology is incredibly light, and absurdly tough. Don’t fall victim to random luggage deterioration. Protect your stuff without straining your arms.
• Hardside exterior
• Samsonite exclusive Curv material
• Unique design inspired by nature
• Monotube with smart sleeve bungee
• Fixed TSA combination lock
• Wheel-handle has carry-handle-position
• Cross ribbons in the bottom
• Zipped divider pad
• ID Tag
• Zipper protection
• Weight: 4.9 lbs.
• Dimensions: 20.0″ x 15.0″ x 9.0″
Samsonite Black Label Cosmolite Luggage, http://shop.samsonite.com, $450
Posted by Rebekah Lowe / Friday, November 11th, 2011
No one likes to find those “TSA Inspected” notices in their suitcases, but increased airport security is a fact of life now. When traveling, especially around the holidays, people often bring sentimental or valuable items with them that need to be kept under lock and key. This Search Alert combination padlock is a mechanical re-settable combination with a TSA override. Fellow travelers won’t be able to crack the code, but the TSA will still be able to unlock it to search your bag.
Search Alert Lock, http://www.flight001.com, $12.
-Lexie Ramage
Posted by Rebekah Lowe / Thursday, October 6th, 2011
Courtesy of Bedol
By Lorin Drinkard
For an easy way to ensure you get your beauty rest, bring the Bedol Travel Alarm Clock along on your next trip. It’s water-powered, converting ions into clean energy, and is only $16, making it an eco-friendly and affordable buy. The clock’s sleek white and blue frame will easily fit in a carry-on and the water only requires changing every six months.
Bedol Travel Alarm Clock; $16; http://www.bedolwhatsnext.com/traveler-alarm-bedol-water-clock-blue-p-2646.html
(October 2011)
Posted by Rebekah Lowe / Thursday, September 8th, 2011
Makeup Remover (Courtesy La Fresh)
By Matt Basheda
This company offers wipes for everything. Their travel pack includes the standard anti-bacterial hand wipes, but also deodorant wipes, makeup remover, lotion, nail polish remover, glasses lens wipes and even shoe shine towelettes. Travel wipes come in packs for him and her.
La Fresh Wipes, www.lafreshgroup.com, $19.99 per pack
(September 2011)
Posted by Rebekah Lowe / Friday, July 8th, 2011
By Clara Ritger
Photo Courtesy of Jimmy Tomczak
Designer Jimmy Tomczak sought a solution to the painful trials of walking bare foot. He wanted something that would protect his feet while still giving him the free feeling of wearing no shoes. The result is a foldable, packable, durable, washable, waterproof sandal – paperfeet – that is made from old billboard vinyl. All of the shoes are handmade in Michigan. These surf-ready sandals are an up-and-coming trend, and a way to promote green, American business. Make your vacation buddies jealous!
paperfeet, www.paper-feet.com, $22.99-$69.99
(August 2011)
Posted by Rebekah Lowe / Wednesday, June 8th, 2011
By Lorin Drinkard
Courtesy of Magellans
Whether summer holiday means a trek through South America or a Middle East adventure, the Power Monkey Charger will keep phones, iPods and other portable electronics at full battery in up to 150 countries. Never worry about being unplugged; this travel must-have can hold charge for up to 12 months, includes multiple adaptors and has a power supply of 40+ hours.
Power Monkey, www.magellans.com; $69
(June 2011)