Top Holiday Travel Gifts
(October 29, 2002)
The holidays are just around the corner and it's never too early to start shopping; especially with the convenience of online stores. It's always a challenge to find the perfect gifts, especially for the traveler. The following is a list of items I own personally, and truly believe to be travel lifesavers:
Travelpro Platinum 3 22" Expandable Rollaboard Suiter, price: $299.99
Travelpro Platinum 3 18" Rollaboard, price: $259.99
Best all-around bags I have ever owned. Currently, my family has six Travelpro bags; however, the Platinum 3 is the best Travelpro to date. The 22" is the largest size allowed for a carry-on (when not fully expanded). Plus, the suiter option comes in handy for those trips where you need business attire or dressy outfits. The 18" is perfect for carry on - great for laptops and a change of clothes. Both are rugged enough to withstand the checked baggage jungle.
eBags is offering great coupon discounts on all luggage - be sure to use the following coupon codes into the shopping cart upon check-out.
| Coupon Code |
Offer |
Expires |
| 36300900 |
Buy 1 item, get one 50% off |
11/5/2002 |
| 54057037 |
20% Discount |
11/1/2002 |
| 56208054 |
10% off with FREE SHIPPING |
11/3/2002 |
| 13936249 |
15% Discount |
12/26/2002 |
| 42479955 |
FREE SHIPPING |
12/31/2002 |
| 65012672 |
10% Discount |
1/3/2003 |
Hanging Toiletry Kit with Clock
Organize all your grooming and personal care items for travel. Kit has room for the essentials, and a clock to keep you on time. You never have to unpack anything with this bag - its grab and go. Price: $40.00
Buckwheat Hull Travel Pillow
Sure it's bulky, but for a long flight it's a lifesaver.
The buckwheat hull filling molds to the contours of your head, neck and shoulders for superior comfort and support. Price: $25.00
Dual Wattage Converter Kit
Allows you to use your travel iron, hair dryer and other appliances around the world by converting 240-volt foreign electricity to US standard 120-volt. Price: $40.00
PowerEx Charger with 8 AA Batteries
There is nothing more frustrating than having to continually purchase expensive alkaline batteries. With Star Batteries rechargeable batteries, I am able to take over 300 digital photos between charges. Price: $44.95.
Star Batteries has generously offered AnitaVacation.com readers an exclusive discount of 10% off all purchases. Upon check-out, place
Anita10 discount code in the shopping cart area.
PalmPilot m515 Color Handheld
What can I say; I can't leave home without it! It stores all my addresses, day planner, itinerary, frequent flyer information, digital photos, maps, and much more. Price: $239.00.
Currently, this product has a $25.00 mail-in rebate coupon from Palm, Inc.
Pashmina Cashmere and Silk Shawl It's a flight blanket and stylish evening wrap all in one! Price: $146.97.
Ashford.com is offering 10% off all purchases. Enter code: EXTSALE_10 upon check-out.
Dooney and Bourke Signature Collection Editor's Travel Tote
I love this bag because it's not just another purse; it's all business with style. Holds everything, even a laptop. Price: $195.00
Ashford.com is offering 10% off all purchases. Enter code: EXTSALE_10 upon check-out.
Lastly, never shop without checking for online coupons. Go to: DealCatcher.com to see if your favorite merchant has a deal for you.
Editors note:
You could say I am an accidental online shopper - literally. Several years ago my SUV was damaged in a mall parking lot; unfortunately, the person that backed into my truck didn't report the accident and left us with $450 in damage (insurance deductible is $500). Needless to say, I think shopping online is much safer and definitely better for the pocketbook. ~ Anita
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