Archive for September, 2008
“Checkpoint Friendly” Laptop Bags
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2008Are you tired of being held up at security checkpoints because you happen to be bringing your laptop along on your trip? Checkpoints are a big enough hassle as it is – take off your jacket, take off your shoes, take off your hat, etc. Well the TSA feels your pain…sort of. They have recently [...]
Buy Green – Patagonia Bags
Friday, September 19th, 2008If you haven’t noticed yet, many of the top global companies are going “green”. They are using more reusable energy and resources, using recycled materials for manufacturing and production, creating less pollution, etc. Luggage manufacturers are joining the trend, with “green bags”.
Patagonia is one of those companies. They seek to build the [...]
Three Things to Consider When Packing for a Business Trip
Thursday, September 18th, 2008With the new airline restrictions, business travel has become even more of a hassle than it used to be. Here are three things to consider, to get you to and from your business destination as painlessly as possible: consider what you are packing, what you are packing it in, and how you are packing it. [...]
Fall Color Watch: Chocolate
Thursday, September 11th, 2008Fall is near, and with it comes the newest color trend in luggage: brown. Rich, chocolaty brown that will stand out as you travel, yet wear nicely trip after trip.
For high quality ballistic nylon luggage in yummy chocolate hues, consider Briggs & Riley’s Baseline collection, and Tumi’s Alpha line. No sacrificing quality for style [...]
Avoiding the New Airline Fees
Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008The days of exceptional airline service are gone. You definitely won’t be drinking imported wines or eating full course meals. In fact, you will be lucky if you get a bag of pretzels and a glass of water. Herein lies the problem – most airlines already charge you for “normal” food, but [...]