Archive for June, 2008
Travel by air is constantly changing. Airlines have new restrictions on the size of your luggage and the weight permitted. Be sure to check with each individual airline on their weight and size restrictions prior to your reservation. Those cases you used in the past may not work today. How can you tell? The newest travel item is the portable 
Luggage Scale with Tape Measure. This easily weighs your luggage so you will not be charged at the airport. It is very easy to use. You put the hook on the handle of your luggage and lift the luggage slightly. The weight locks on to the scale for easy reading. You do not have to lift your heavy case all the way up to your eyes. Put the case down, take the hook off the luggage and look at the scale. The dial stops and it has locked in the weight. This handy item, which is under $10.00, also has a tape measure. Many of the airlines have a 62″ height plus length plus width size limit. If the luggage is severely overstuffed, it may go over the size restriction. If you like to shop when you travel, and plan to bring home a lot of souvenirs, you will need the scale for the trip home. The tape measure also insures that you comply with the new regulations. It makes it very easy to check the overall dimensions. Reset the scale to zero with a simple twist of the dial, and you’re ready to weigh another bag! Now you can start packing!
June 14th, 2008
Finally, the Yellow Bird from Vera Bradley Luggage has arrived. And it was well worth waiting for! The sunny color will bring a smile to your face. It doesn’t matter how aggravating travel can be – this will make it all right. The luggage is, of course, well designed. It has the 100% quilted cotton lining inside that complements the exterior color. The Pullman cases have a floating divider that organizes your packing the way you want. There’s also a matching shoe cover to protect your clothing. Of course, the outer fabrics are abrasion tested, tightly woven polyester for durability and soil resistance. To keep the luggage lightweight, the pull up handle is sturdy lightweight aircraft grade aluminum. The handles lock so you can push or pull through busy airport and train terminals. The inline skate wheels have industrial strength steel ball bearing. These are quiet and effortless to wheel on all types of surfaces. The corner HUB Guard protects the wheels against wear and tear when traveling. Enjoy this great looking luggage and make some exciting travel plans!
June 7th, 2008
According to the N.Y. Times there’s a new website especially for students traveling abroad. It’s maintained by the State Department’s Bureau of Consular Affairs’ and is part of a campaign to promote safe and smart travel by students. The information included on the site includes what to do in case of a natural disaster or any other emergency. It also has contact information for victims of crime. There are also the locations of United States embassies and links to country information. Also included are travel alerts and warnings. Go to www.studentsabroad.state.gov for the complete information. On the website you’ll also find:
* Wallet card to fill out with emergency contact information
* Preparation checklist
* Packing checklist
* Directions and deadlines for applying for passports and visas
* How to vote in the U.S. while you’re abroad
June 1st, 2008
