Comfy, lightweight travel shoes from AcropedicoUSA
A great bet for long plane rides, cruise ships and to slip on after a long day in hiking boots.
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Eagle Creek’s Gear Warrior Bags Make Travel Easy
Eagle Creek’s new Gear Warrior™ Collection is now made with 100% recycled PET fabric, but with all the features that make it a traveler favorite.
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Clothes that do double duty for travel
We love clothes that do double(or triple duty) for travel. That’s why we’re fans of of the Discover Baselayer Tight from Obermeyer.
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Clean, safe surface for kids – Go Happy Travel Tray
The Go Happy Travel Tray is a clean, firm space for travelers to work, play, and eat while flying
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Ski goggles that are a snap to change in changing weather conditions
Frustrated by changing light conditions on the slopes and goggle lenses that are difficult to swap out. We tried out the Dropzone series by Native Eyewear and we were please with how easy it was to change the lenses even in extreme weather conditions.
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Ski pants loaded with features from L.L. Bean
Frustrated with too bulky or too think ski pants. L.L. Bean’s Carrabasset Ski Pants fit comfortably, keep you warm but not too warm and are loaded with features
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Keeping babies and toddlers snug and comfortable away from home – SlumberPod
SlumberPod is tall enough for a toddler to stand inside, and packs down small enough to fit in carry-on luggage. Most importantly, it provides a safe, easy and portable solution to make vacations more restful and fun for everyone.
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Comfy PJs from Chill Angel,
These may be the most comfy PJs I’ve found. Chill Angel is a woman-owned Colorado company that makes pajamas from wick-moisturizing, breathable Merino wool
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Ultra-thin reading glasses, durable case – perfect for multi-gen travelers
If you are a multigenerational traveler over 40 chances are you need to carry reading glasses in your pocket. You want them light, durable and safeguarded in thin case. Now there’s a product that meets those needs and doesn’t bust your budget — ThinOptics, which weigh less than a nickle
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A recycled foam doggie bed that gets Trooper approval!
Trooper here! I really like my new Restcycle bed — made out of recycled foam — from Ruffwear.
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Cool gear for the well-traveled doggie
Trooper needs a durable but comfortable bed to sleep on in the mountains. The Outdoor Chill Pad ($45.00) from P.L.A.Y fits the bill
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Choosing the right gear for your next adventure
I just spent a few days at the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market, North America’s largest trade show in the outdoor industry, and perused all that’s new in outdoor gear
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Backpack alternatives from L.L. Bean
When you don’t want to carry a backpack, try L.L. Bean’s Day Trekker Waist Pack that comes with an extra strap so you can carry over your shoulder
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In rain gear, it’s all about the stretch
Patagonia Joggers are comfortable, look good whether in the city or on the hiking trail, have big pockets, are stretchy and even offer 50+ sun protection
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Trail to Tavern outdoor wear from Toad&Co
I’m a fan of Toad & Co. Another plus: a portion of every Toad&Co garment contributes to creating opportunities for adults with disabilities, as well as environmental projects
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Stylish flip-flops for travel and to help children with cancer
The folks at Hari Mari have designed a line of flip-flops that are lightweight, durable, great for travel and, more important, help fund research into childhood cancer
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Travel slacks flexible for all seasons
Lightweight, stretchy and flexible for all types of travel, mens and womens slacks from DUER fit the bill.
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Useful gadgets and gizmos for the moms in your life
If you’re thinking expensive flowers for Mother’s Day, think again, as there are so many useful new affordable gadgets and gizmos, not to mention apps, which will be appreciated by the moms in your life every time they travel
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Take along wine for mom on your family travels
After a heavy day of family travel, mom could use a glass of wine – but you may not want to buy a full bottle.
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Solar powered backpack keeps devices charged and you hydrated
The Energizer Powerkeep Wanderer is a backpack that not only captures solar power to charge your devices, but keeps you hydrated and stores other essentials on your hikes
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Warm hoodie with plenty of pockets for travel — SCOTTeVEST
The SCOTTeVEST micro fleece hoodie is a comfortable and functional piece of clothing for constant travel, with plenty of zippered pockets for your carry-on items.
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Not enough outlets? Ventev chargers save the day!
It can be frustrating when you’re traveling and find yourself in a hotel room with only one or two usable electric outlets. That’s where mobile charging accessories by Ventev save the day
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Stylish travel clothes – Toad & Co
I’m a fan of stylish travel clothes that are functional—quick drying, won’t wrinkle and wick moisture. But lately I’ve found myself reaching for my Toad&Co sweater and leggings at home too
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Luggage that glides effortlessly through airports and more
As someone who has only ever traveled with “dumb-wheeled” suitcases, the new iFly X Series (starting at $89) carry-on’s four 360-degree spinner wheels helped my luggage glide effortlessly
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Super Bag Pro Fits the Gym Clothes and the Suit
The Super Bag Pro bills itself as a “mobile closet” but it’s the size of a gym bag. Great for the gym but you can even keep a suit inside
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Micro-puff hoody from Patagonia keeps the chill off, packs small
My new favorite jacket is my Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody, which the brand says is the most thermally efficient synthetic hoody they’ve every made
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Casual comfort shoes for day travel; spiffier for dinners and events
If you’re doing a lot of walking on your travels but also need to spiff yourself for dinners or events, Ecco has a great solution.
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Ultralight down sweater from L.L.Bean keeps the autumn chill off
At only 10 ounces, the Ultralight 850 Down Sweater from L.L. Bean is great on chilly days.
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Inexpensive, lightweight travel jewelry
I hate to weigh down my bag with too many necklaces, bracelets and earrings. That’s why I like the eco-friendly BaliBead, made from recycled glass
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Tops and pants for every travel occasion
The key to packing smart is choosing versatile pieces that are not only easy maintenance but comfortable and make you feel you are dressed appropriately whatever the occasion or the weather
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Clipa keeps your small travel bags off the ground
Hang your purse, backpack or diaper bag in seconds with a Clipa bag hanger. It prevents contact with germs, water and dirt, extending the life of your bag.
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Like running on a cloud with Hoka Trail-Running Shoes
Running on the Hoka One One Speed Instinct Trail-Running Shoes ($130) is like floating on a cloud.
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A right sized day pack for travel anywhere – from LL Bean
A daypack is essential whether we are traveling with kids or not, but some are too bulky and some too small. LL Bean has it just right with the Ridge Runner 25 Day Pack
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Shoes for cycling and walking from LL Bean
Shoes make all the difference when hiking or biking or both. But many people wear different shoes for each. LL Bean has another option
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Cycling gear for comfort and affordability from LL Bean
On our recent cycling trip along the Danube with Backroads and AMA Waterways, we tested out some very comfortable and affordable cycling gear from LL Bean.
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The Best Friends in Life are the Ones Who Stick Around!
SackPals provides a warm, cozy environment for kids to create a world of imagination and fun during playtime or while traveling in a car or plane
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Skyroam keeps you connected globally at a low cost
International travelers know well the hassles of dealing with cellular carriers and finding WiFI hotspots. No more with Skyroam
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Pants that breathe – More Cool Travel Gear
Breathability. That’s what you need most when you want to wear pants on a hot summer night and then hop on your bike for a ride about town
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On the hiking trail – handy hydration and a comfy “Skort”
I’ve discovered on a day hike, what I want most is a hydration system so that I can get water when I want it without stopping to get out a water bottle.
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Travel T-Shirts: one keeps bugs off and one may bug certain politicos
Two new travel T-Shirts that Taking the Kids Correspondent Andy Yemma (Eileen’s husband) highly recommends. One keeps the bugs off – the other may bug certain twitter users.
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Kids Travel Journals by father of 3
A father of three kids under 11 tries to balance screen time with other entertainment on long road trips. But unlike most, he has published a series of old-style fun books
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Healthy and cool pouch drinks for kids and adults on the go
Fruit drinks for kids on the go are getting healthier. Drink pouch products such as Fruit Me Up! offer low-calorie formulas including organic, 100% fruit sauce
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Cool and inexpensive blazer and slacks for the traveling dad
Tired of dragging that suit or blazer out of the suitcase and it needs a pressing to be worn. Bluffworks.com solves the problem
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Cool Dad’s Day gifts for outdoors-loving dads
Maybe he’s an avid camper. Maybe he’s a fisherman or sailor, a hiker, golfer or biker. However the dads in your life enjoy the outdoors, there is plenty of new gear to enhance their experience — just in time for Father’s Day.
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Quick wash and dry travel underwear
I’ve long been a fan of ExOfficio’s undies because it is light weight, moisture wicking and will dry overnight after being washed in a hotel sink.
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Cool clear water – in stainless steel travel tumblers
Tiger’s new stainless steel tumblers available from Amazon will keep beverages hot or cold with a special vacuum insulated structure
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Sunglasses – stylish and travel worthy
Travel sunglasses – they have to look good, protect your eyes and not cost so much that you’ll hate yourself if you lose them.
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Cool mobile chargers for travelers on the go
How many times have you checked into a hotel room only to find a paucity of electrical outlets to charge up your devices? Or maybe you needed a quick pick-me up charge for your device on a long flight or train ride?
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The difference between bleary and fresh eyes on a long haul flight
Travel pillows can make the difference between bleary or fresh eyes after a long-haul flight.
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Waterproof shoes and Boa lacing – fit for travel
Icebug (“Swedish for Traction”) has a waterproof sneaker (in a magneta color I love) with a Boa lacing system with a micro-adjustable dial
