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Best Portable Water Purifier for Travel

April 25, 2012

best water purifiers for overland travel

Last year, my husband and I took three months to road trip through Africa. Visiting over a dozen countries in our 4×4 was no small feat and there were countless hours of planning. While I am happy with how we planned and stayed on budget, there is one piece of equipment I wish we would [...]

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Best Travel Water Bottle for Kids

April 5, 2012

Parents who travel green are among the most responsible consumers: not only are they committed to eco-friendly products, but they demand the highest standards when it comes to the safety of their kids. I’d like to think I’m no exception, which is why I did extensive research before purchasing stainless steel water bottles for my [...]

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Best Vegan Shoes for Walking and Travel

March 26, 2012

As a vegetarian, I am always looking for great vegan and vegetarian travel gear. I also like packing light, which means that I can only bring a couple of pairs of shoes when I am traveling. So I love vegan shoes that I can wear whether I am walking on the beach or exploring a new city. Here are [...]

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What to Bring: Camping List

March 20, 2012

Camping is one of the best ways to travel green. Unfortunately, many well-intentioned campers leave behind a bigger footprint than they realize. In order to have a truly green camping experience, it is important to practice leave-no-trace camping. One of the easiest ways to do that is to simply buy and bring less gear. Whether you [...]

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E-Reader Review: Sony Reader Wi-Fi is Perfect for Travel

February 28, 2012

The folks at Sony were kind enough to send me a Reader Wi-Fi e-reader to review and I have to say, I love it. It might just be the best e-reader for travel, but its uses expand far beyond trips. There are many features to love on the Sony Reader: its portability, access to free [...]

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BPA Free Water Bottles with Straw

October 18, 2011

CamelBak 0.75- Liter Stainless Steel Better Bottle

When we first tried a Camelbak BPA Free Better Bottle I was a little skeptical of the straw. Honestly, I didn’t like it. It wasn’t until I tried the Camelbak Stainless Steel Better Bottle that I liked the straw. Now, I’m a water bottle with straw convert. I can’t imagine using any other type of [...]

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Rolling Duffle Bags: Best Duffle Bags with Wheels

October 6, 2011

Whether you are packing your kids off to summer camp, getting ready to pack them off to college, or packing yourself off to a much deserved vacation, the rolling duffle bag is your new best friend. The perfect pairing between the flexibility of a duffel bag and the ease of movement of roller bags can [...]

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Weekender Bags: Best for a Weekend Getaway

October 4, 2011

When it comes to a weekend away, packing should be the least of your concerns. Take a few tips from the pros and start your getaway stress-free. First, don’t bring too much. Over-packing is very common and only leads to more stress and more stuff. Think about what you need to take with you, add [...]

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Best Travel Bags for Women

September 29, 2011

There is never the time like the present for weekend getaways or a fun-filled vacations with family and friends. As you make your plans, check out these best travel bags for women sure to make your travel tension-free. Travel Bags for Women’s Work Travel Whether your job has you traveling to different cities or just [...]

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