Travel Gear

Best Tablet Computer for Travel: iPad 2 vs. Xoom vs. Galaxy Tab

September 20, 2011

With the recent influx of tablet computers flooding the market, many frequent travelers are excited at the possibility of being able to stay connected without ending up at the chiropractor’s office after carrying a 15 pound laptop bag through airports and in and out of train stations.  Earlier this year at 2011 CES, one of [...]

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Best 4 Noise Cancelling Headphones: Best for Airplane Rides

July 28, 2011
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Whether your upcoming vacation includes a family road trip, a long flight to Paris, or just a day at the beach, ensure you are ready to soak up the scenes but not the sounds of the season.  Here are the top 4 noise cancelling headphones to make sure you are dancing to your own beat [...]

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Best Portable DVD Players for Travel

July 21, 2011
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This summer, families across the country will be piling into their cars or stepping onto planes to set out, see the sights, and participate in that time honored tradition – the family vacation.  One of the most popular diversions for kids on a long trip, either by car or by plane, is a portable DVD [...]

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Lightest Luggage: Light Weight Luggage Reviews

April 27, 2011
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Looking for the lightest luggage on the planet? Look no further, we’ve rounded up all the best light weight luggages reviews. With airlines charging steeper fees for luggage , every ounce counts. And sadly, many pieces of luggage are, by themselves, extremely heavy. (I weighed one of my old rolling suitcases and it’s 12 pounds [...]

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EatSmart Digital Luggage Scale Review

April 20, 2011
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Nearly two years ago we published a post about Digital Luggage Scales. At that time very few luggage scales were on the market. But several more companies have now launched and EatSmart Digital Luggage Scale company sent us one of their scales to review. The EatSmart Precision Luggage Scale costs less than $20 on Amazon. [...]

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Alex Bottle: An Stainless Steel Water Bottle Review

April 20, 2011
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As part of Earth Week we’re highlighting some innovative green travel products.  Here’s one of them: The Alex Bottle is a  new stainless steel water bottle we keep hearing about because of it’s amazing design. We haven’t had a chance to test it (because, frankly we don’t need any more water bottles), but I’ve heard [...]

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Okabashi Recyclable Flip Flops Review: Sandals with Arch Support

April 19, 2011
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I’m always looking for a comfortable, eco-friendly summer shoes and the folks at Okabashi were kind enough to send me a pair of their Ocean flip flops. They’re attractive, comfortable, durable, and low-impact. I’m a fan. Here is my review of the Okabashi Flip Flop and why I think they are so awesome: Sandals with [...]

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Disposable Underwear for Travel

April 3, 2011

Disposable Underwear: this may be the most un-green traveler thing I have come across in a long time. And it’s just a little too ridiculous not to post about.  I wish I had found them in time for April Fool’s Day (and the joke would have been that they are real.) That’s right – they [...]

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TSA Locks: Luggage Lock Reviews

February 27, 2011

I believe that the vast majority of people in my neighborhood are good people, but I still lock my doors. I also believe that the great majority of people working at the airlines, TSA, in hotels, or staying in my room at a hostel are all good people, but I still use a luggage lock.  [...]

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5 Travel Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List

November 24, 2010
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If you’re looking for a creative gift idea for your favorite traveler — or to add to your own wish list — look no further. Here are my five of my favorite travel gifts from the past year. (If you’re looking for even more gift ideas check out these Christmas Gift Ideas for Travelers, these [...]

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