Category: Travel Equipment

Special feature: The Big Black Book

Special feature: The Big Black Book

By on Oct 06, 2006 in Books, Magazines, Special Features, Travel Literature, Travel Miscellany
The good people at Esquire have sent me a copy of their  latest product, The Big Black Book.   Billed as ‘the style manual for successful men’ (ahhhhh… so that’s why they sent me a copy – joke!), this book-come-magazine is full of all manner of snippets of useful information.   Complete with a short
World's most expensive MP3 player

World's most expensive MP3 player

By on Oct 01, 2006 in Accessories, Gadgets, Travel Equipment
The 1GB TrekStor i.Beat organix Gold MP3 Player is the world’s most expensive MP3 player, cast in 750 gold (18 karat) with 63 diamonds (one-karat). The player is also embellished with a small chain that includes aquamarine gems. Jewelers Wenthe in Mannheim/Germany put over 100 hours of painstaking handiwork into the exquisite gadget. Available from
Never lose keys in the water again!

Never lose keys in the water again!

By on Sep 19, 2006 in Accessories, Cruises & Boat Travel, Gadgets, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment
Ever made the awful mistake of dropping your keys overboard?   If the answer’s “yes”, then maybe the Key Buoy will be of interest to you. This simple device from Davis Marine Europe carries your keys to the surface in the event of them falling in water, and they are easily identifiable courtesy of a
The Connect from Nixon

The Connect from Nixon

By on Sep 16, 2006 in Accessories, Gadgets, Travel Equipment
A new watch from Nixon is ideal for the frequent traveller. The Connect, which retails for $170, can display the time for 37 cities and allows you to choose your five favourites for easy access.  Whether you’re on business in London, sightseeing in Paris, or trying your hand at a Vegas casino, you’ll never be

Win 5 hours of private jet travel!

By on Sep 12, 2006 in Air Travel, Magazines, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature
September marks the 5th anniversary of the Elite Traveler magazine. To celebrate, they are offering you the chance to win five hours of private jet travel for you and up to five friends! Join the party and see if you can win!
OHSO toothbrush

OHSO toothbrush

By on Sep 12, 2006 in Accessories, Travel Equipment
Before considering this travel toothbrush, you might like to check that it doesn’t break hand luggage regulations. (I believe it currently contravenes TSA rules, if loaded with toothpaste.) Designed to look like a stylish pen, the OHSO toothbrush  is in fact a toothbrush with a cap,  with toothpaste stored in the  main  body.  They have
Portable GPS for hotel guests

Portable GPS for hotel guests

By on Sep 11, 2006 in Accommodation, Gadgets, Hotels, Middle East, New York, North America, Regions, Texas, Travel Equipment, United Arab Emirates, USA
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai is the latest luxury hotel to follow the growing trend of providing their guests with portable GPSs.   It’s already done in the US by the Rosewood Hotel Group (that’s New York’s The Carlyle, Dallas’ The Mansion on Turtle Creek and Hotel Crescent Court) who provide  Garmin’s iQue M3 device. Times are
Natural Magic promotion from Wellbeing Escapes

Natural Magic promotion from Wellbeing Escapes

By on Sep 07, 2006 in Accessories, Regions, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment, United Kingdom
I just got an email from Wellbeing Escapes notifying me of the beautiful Natural Magic candles which they regularly enjoy in their office. They are made with only 100% organic wax base and scented only with pure essential oils, there are no chemicals, no synthetic scents and no paraffin wax.   Plus, as you breathe
Fido Friendly

Fido Friendly

By on Sep 04, 2006 in Accommodation, Hotels, Magazines, North America, Pennsylvania, Regions, Travel Equipment, Travel Literature, USA
Americans apparently spend nearly $40 billion a year on their pets, and the travel industry is starting to take notice. Fido Friendly – billed as the travel magazine for you and your dog – showcases resorts that add the golden paw of excellence to their pet clientele. Check out the current issue which lists the
Pitotubes

Pitotubes

By on Aug 30, 2006 in Accessories, Travel Equipment
It must have happened to you… you arrive at your destination, tired after a long journey.   You open your case and… oh no, something’s leaked everywhere!   Not any more. Thanks to Pitotubes, you can store any liquids you might be travelling with in high-tech sealed refillable bottles and they’ll be able to withstand
MAGPIX Pocket Photo Album

MAGPIX Pocket Photo Album

By on Aug 14, 2006 in Accessories, Gadgets, Regions, Travel Equipment
This ultra-portable TFT digital image display allows you to take treasured moments with you wherever you go. The compact MAGPIX Pocket Photo Album weighs just 2.2 ounces and fits easily into the palm of your hand or in a pocket. Built-in Flash memory allows you to store multiple pictures and there’s a memory card slot
The Beerbelly

The Beerbelly

By on Aug 03, 2006 in Accessories, Food and Drink, Fun Stuff, Gadgets, Luggage, Travel Equipment, Travel Miscellany
Not only will The Beerbelly help you look the part at baseball games and the like, it’ll also help you to keep hydrated. This removable spare tyre sits underneath your clothing, and is made with a neoprene holster and a polyurethane bladder that holds up to 80 fluid ounces, along with a tube for dispensing.
Altec Lansing inMotion IM3C Portable Audio System for iPod and iPod Photo

Altec Lansing inMotion IM3C Portable Audio System for iPod and iPod Photo

By on Jul 28, 2006 in Accessories, Gadgets, Travel Equipment
The Altec Lansing inMotion IM3C Portable Audio System for iPod and iPod Photo allows you to play your iPod through a portable speaker system. Just put your iPod in the dock, then press play. It’s that easy. The revolutionary MaxxBass technology creates quality bass without a subwoofer, and the built-in docking station provides the same
StashCard

StashCard

By on Jul 28, 2006 in Accessories, Gadgets, Luggage, Travel Equipment
If you have a laptop, the chances are that you don’t use the PC card slot. Well, now you can use that empty space for something practical  yet unrelated to the performance of your machine. With the StashCard from Wireless Garden, you can use it to store small items such as memory cards, stamps, keys
Seadoo Seascooter GTI

Seadoo Seascooter GTI

By on Jul 28, 2006 in Accessories, Adventure Travel, Cruises & Boat Travel, Leisure Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment
The Seadoo Seascooter GTI is a big performer in a tiny package. It delivers thrust for a speed of up to 2.5mph/4km/h, down to 100ft./30m depth. The GTI is light enough to carry in one hand (it weighs just 18lbs/8.4KG including battery), making beach diving with a DPV a reality and snorkeling a dream. It
Rectangular Aviator sunglasses from Prada

Rectangular Aviator sunglasses from Prada

By on Jul 26, 2006 in Accessories, Travel Equipment
Made in Italy, the stylish  Rectangular Aviator sunglasses from Prada offer 100% UVA/UVB protection with a wraparound shield that protects both the eyes and face from the sun. The frames are made from silver metal, holding brown gradient lenses, and the brown plastic arms exhibit the Prada logo. The sunglasses retail at $220 with Neiman