Kangopack Tries to Make Travel Germ Free
March 8, 2009 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Home & Living
Anything that can make getting through security easier and quicker is good in my book.
The Kangopack claims to do just that, and keep you and your personal belongings free from all sorts of nasty germs. It also keeps all your items together, making it easy to pick up and go once you get through security. No need to worry about leaving your valuables behind.
I’ve never seen this going through the security line, so I can’t personally vouch for it’s TSA approval, but the product does claim to be TSA compliant.
Take a look at how it works:
It looks pretty slick!
The …read more
Pack Some FitFlops to Get a Good Workout
March 7, 2009 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Home & Living
If you need some casual summer sandals, FitFlops offers a variety of fun styled thongs made of fabric, leather, and man-made materials. But these thongs also offer a little twist.
Created in the United Kingdom, FitFlops were originally designed to help women get a little more exercise into their day without any extra effort. Collaboration led to a “microwobbleboard” technology that was inserted into the midsole of the FitFlop. This technology gives your legs and calves a little bit of a workout every time you take a step.
This is not going to take the place of going to the …read more
Travel Friendly Makeup Remover from Sephora
February 28, 2009 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Home & Living
Liquids and gel restrictions make it difficult to carry all the cosmetic products that you’ll need while you’re on the road.
If your a product junkie (as I tend to be), you’ll want to be looking for ways to find products that do the trick and can get around the security restrictions.
FACE 25 Makeup Removing Wipes are travel-friendly soft facial cleansing cloths that are saturated with make up remover. Wipe one gently over your face, including your eyes and lips, to cleanse away all types of makeup without leaving an oily feeling. It even removes long-last and waterproof formulas.
The wipes …read more
Jet Lag Sufferers Check Out FlyRight Jet Lag Formula
February 21, 2009 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Home & Living
Some people manage time zone changes better than others. If you’re a traveler that struggles with jet lag, you may want to check out FlyRight Jet Lag Formula, an all-natural, herbal remedy that treats the symptoms of jet lag – naturally.
FlyRight was developed by a Bay Area licensed herbalist six years ago. The formula is made with organic and wild-harvested herbs (including Ginkgo and Feverfew) that are grown in the United States without fungicides, herbicides, and pesticides. There are no stimulants are other unnatural ingredients that provide only temporary energy.
To take FlyRight, just shake well and add one teaspoon …read more
Winners: His & Hers Travel Kits from N Pour Moi
February 18, 2009 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Home & Living
Thanks to all the readers who enters are giveaway for a HIS and HERS travel kit from the all natural product line N Pour Moi.
Our HIS winner is Sarah who said:
i’d like the His and my biggest stress is knowing that I’m going to forget something!
Our HERS winner is Pamela Ray who said:
HERS kit. Traveling to meet the airline regulations is my biggest stress.
I’ll get email out to both of you, so please make sure you send me your mailing address so we can have these great kits sent out to you.
Travel Shirt Provide Protection from Sun & Insects
February 13, 2009 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Home & Living
While I try to make it a practice to stay away from places with bugs, there are times when I still need to have a little protection against the creepy crawly and flying pests.
This Insect Shield Halo Long-Sleeve Shirt from Ex Officio is a stylish and useful option, allowing you to look good and still get the protection you need.
Made of lightweight nylon, this shirt is great for hiking, camping, or a day walking around the city.
The insect shield protects against ants, ticks and other pests (of the insect variety), and the UPF 30+ gives you sun …read more
ART HAT, a Wearable Travel Activity
February 3, 2009 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Home & Living
During travel downtime, you’re still going to have to keep the kids busy. That might be on an airplane, in the car, or in your hotel room when your plans have been rained out. Don’t let their boredom ruin vacation plans!
The ART HAT by Wallaroo Hat Company provide a fun art activity and provides sun protection for the younger set. They’ll get to design and paint their own personal sun hat. Art project now, sun protection later.
The ART HAT is a microfiber bucket hat with a contrasting color (fuchsia or navy) under the brim. It comes with six non-toxic …read more
LumbarWear Provides Support for Travelers
January 31, 2009 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Home & Living
Does a long flight or a long car ride have your back aching and feeling stressed?
I know that seats are getting smaller and more uncomfortable, but with some good lumbar support you may find that traveling is a lot more comfortable.
LumbarWear is a Wellness collection that is made of anti-microbial, temperature-regulating material. These support undergarments apply graduated compression that activates abdominal and lumbar muscles to reduce lower back pain, while still offering a full range of movement.
Comfort and flexibility – and no pain – means relief to those who suffer when sitting or standing too long. And, …read more
Anti-Microbial Shoe Bag Protects Both Shoes & Clothing
January 30, 2009 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Home & Living
Keep you shoes protected, and your clothing as well, with an Anti-Microbial Shoe Bag. It’s a drawstring polyester bag that has a bamboo and charcoal insert that fits into an interior pocket.
Bamboo has anti-microbial properties to kill germs, and charcoal eliminates unpleasant odors, so your shoes are protected on all fronts.
The bag holds your shoes neatly together in your luggage, and away from your other clothes, keeping both clean and tidy. The bag will hold up to a men’s size 12 shoe, or a pair of women’s shoes.
On sale now at Magellan’s for $7.99
Photo credit: Magellans
mPassport Gets You in Touch With English Speaking Doctors & Dentists
January 25, 2009 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Home & Living
I can imagine few things more frightening than needing medical assistance and not being able to communicate my health concerns. If you share that concern, mPassport (my medical mobile passport) might ease the concern of medical issue arising in non-English speaking areas of the world.
This mobile technology enables you to access a huge database of qualified, English speaking doctors and dentists, emergency room locations, medical translations and safety alerts using their web-enabled mobile phones or computer. Doctors and dentists are available in 180 countries and emergency and urgent care facilities are available in over 1,100 destinations.
Perfect for travelers who …read more




