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Michele Marini Pittenger, president of the Travel Goods Association, and Cliff Ensley, chair of the TGA Board of Directors and founder and CEO of Leisure Merchandising Corp., officially open The 2015 International Travel Goods Show.

Rick Gilger, owner of Luggage & Leather in Houston, TX, compares bullet points with Travelpro Sales Representative Michael Jarzombek.

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I From 5 Horizons Group comes the Carhartt Legacy Wheeled Gear Traveler, a 21” carry-on built of 1200D poly with Rain Defender® durable water-repellent and a Duravax™ abrasion-resistant base. Features include 80 mm treaded wheels; extension handle; a large main compartment with multiple interior pockets and compression straps for clothes and gear; an exterior zippered pocket to store tickets, books or tablet; a dedicated shoe compartment and a removable laundry/gear pouch. MSRP $199.99

JThe Lily Bloom brand from 24-7 International is a vibrant

expression of eco-friendly products manufactured with

signature KARMA fabric, which is created from recycled plas-tic bottles. Lily Bloom lifestyle collections encompass a vari-ety of prints and solid colors,

in both hard and softsided travelware items, including

Tweety Twig (shown) and Wild Woods 20” Expandable Spinner

Carry-Ons. MSRP $380

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When weight matters, the Lucas Vortex 20” Spinner Carry-On from 24-7 International is a traveler’s go-to bag. It weighs a mere 3.8 lbs, yet it is a struc-tured piece of luggage. This bag, shown in turquoise, is available in eight fashion/sport colors and patterns. MSRP $200

I Here is a smart business decision: Lightening your load with the Pathfinder PX-10 from 24-7 International. This lightweight 20” Expandable Spinner Carry-On weighs just under 6 lbs. It is avail-able in black, olive and navy (shown). MSRP $280

GAfterGen rolls out the Mercedes AMG Petronas Bag Collection featuring the Sport Bag, a roomy bag with a zippered main compartment that opens wide for easy packing and unpacking of large, bulky items. Made of high quality polyester, the bag has two additional front compartments for extra storage, item separation and increased organization plus two external front side pockets for extra storage space for smaller items. MSRP $70

HBringing “a little more” is ALIFE™ DESIGN, creator of the HF 2-Way Luggage Belt featur-ing easy IDing on the baggage carousel. This two-way luggage belt wraps around your case or holds extra bags securely with a luggage handle pass-through strap. A metal head closure provides ease of use and a secure fastening. Choose your color: gray, blue, green, yellow, orange, rose, red or brown. MSRP $18.90

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Scandinavian Travel Innovation CEO James Krueger describes the EPIC Travelgear design philosophy to Laverne Vigoren and Bob Gibb from The Awl Shoppe in Canada.

Michel Farmer, Anik Bergeron, and Niki Athanasakos from Bentley Leathers, Inc. review the updated features of Briggs & Riley’s 2015 Collection, presented by VP of Global Sales Chris Delgado.

David Saad, owner of Luggage World in Saint Louis Park, MN, is deep in discussion with his team about the new offerings from Ricardo Beverly Hills.

GGo bright or go home: America’s Travel Merchandise ATM SMILEY 30” in classic yellow is lightweight, extremely durable, flexible and impact-absorbing. It includes a built-in three-digit TSA-accepted lock, heavy duty zippers, aluminum handle with TPR Grip and stylish fully-lined interiors that are customized to complement the outer design, as well as a built-in divider and a mesh pocket. MSRP $279.99

JThe force is with American Tourister and its co-branded Star Wars licensed cases for travel-ers, including a 21” Hardside Spinner featuring R2-D2 with split construction and a large mesh pocket. This case has single spinner wheels, Star Wars-branded push-button pull-handle, Star Wars-branded zipper pulls, and American Tourister branded ID tag. MSRP $139.99

JStraight from Perry Ellis’ successful return to fashion week, the Perry Ellis

Hacienda Collection, from American Traveler, was born. Featuring her-

ringbone fabric, lightweight frames, expandable uprights and a 360° wheel system, the Hacienda makes traveling

in style Very Perry. MSRP $200/21” (shown); $260/25”; $300/29”

I When you’re enjoying the beach or lounging by the pool, the last thing you want to think about is protecting your valuables. Enter: The AquaVault®, a portable outdoor safe that attaches to lounge chairs and locks on with a three-digit personal combination lock. Simple and effective, this lock box with international patents pending also attaches to strollers, golf carts, boats and more. MSRP $39.95

JThe new Marvel Backpack

by BB Designs USA measures 20” x 17” x 4” and has numerous pockets and zippers.

The bag’s front panel is constructed of 50% PU

and 50% canvas and its lining is made of

100% polyester. Avail-able in black, it is a fun backpack for boys and

girls ages five to 95. MSRP $52.99

JTravelers can rest assured that their BAQ Captain Bag from BAQBAG is not only made of the best parts of a hide, but are traceable back to the farmer. Vegetable-tanned bags are handcrafted to each customer’s order and bear a leather insignia inside the lining with the year of production engraved. They have a strong cotton lining and two inside pockets and are trimmed in cast-molded brass with a slight antique finish. MSRP $4,900

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It’s a small world: Andrew Royce Bauer from Royce Leather talks connectivity with Kathy Bauer of Royce Leather/Emporium Leather and Jason Knott and Chantel Mortensen from Overstock.com.

Alain Lapointe, sales representative for baggallini, shares a laugh with Jean-Pierre Mercier, owner of GEO Mercier/Jerome in Rosemère, QC.

Chuck Weisbart, owner of TagsForBags, talks add-on sales and day-glo colorways with Paul Brusaschetti, Hardial Gill, and Sukh Bhatti from Bergman Luggage in Washington.

I Talk about doing double duty. Benga International’s 2S DUO transforms from a single four-wheel hardside made of Bayer Makrolon® polycarbonate into a pair of hybrid hardside/softshell two-wheel rollers. The best news? Each case offers the same volume as the original case, for twice the carrying capacity and double the utility. The 2S DUO comes in cabernet, blue, black, titanium, midnight blue and coffee. MSRP $350

I Need a cool down? Soak the Neckbandoo from Blubandoo Cooling Headwear & Accessories for five minutes and, while it feels dry to the touch, it’ll keep cool for hours – even days. Reusable and washable, the Neckbandoo comes in a variety of fashionable colors and prints. Made in the USA from lightweight cotton, it can be customized with a company’s name or tagline. MSRP $8.95-$9.95

GMeet KYLIE, a checkbook clutch from BOCONI with RFID-blocking protection and slim profile – so organized and functional you’ll want to slide your phone in and carry it as a mini-clutch. Sophisti-cated and stylish in luxurious Italian Milano-style calfskin, it has natural vegetable-tanned blonde saddle leather interiors and European-style rounded edges. MSRP $98

JFrom one of Bric’s USA Inc.’s signature collections comes the BELLAGIO Spinner Trunk with Metal Frame. Flexible, lightweight and durable in 100% polycarbonate, this case presents an iconic profile that reminds travelers of vintage steamer trunks, but with all the amenities: secure frame, four Japanese wheels, TSA-accepted locks, exclusive satin nylon lining, leather card pocket and accented in full grain, drum-dyed Tuscan leather and solid brass rivets. MSRP $795

H Intelligent engineering combines with ease of use in the Baseline® Domestic Carry-On Expandable Spinner from Briggs & Riley Travelware. CX expansion/compression technology increases packing capacity by 25% then

compresses back down to original size for easy overhead storage. Other amenities: four reengineered double swivel spinner wheels; Outsider® handle for wrinkle-free flat packing; and built-in tri-fold garment folder. MSRP $519

HOriginally designed for marathon runners,

Buddy Pouch (MSRP $23.99) is a water-

and sweat- resistant

pocket that attaches

with strong magnets to a waistband and is also useful for business

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the fanny pack look but still store

essentials. Keep your smartphone, credit card,

keys and other lifelines safely and securely at your hip, hands-free. Also available for travelers carrying larger smartphones is the Buddy Pouch 6+ ($31.99), with room for the

iPhone 6 Plus, Samsung Galaxy Note and other Texas-sized phones.


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Sue Flaum, TGA Board member and merchandising manager for Burlington Stores, jokes around with Parkson Liang from American Flyer.

Roberta Hodak and Jan Harpe from AAA National Office get serious about handbags with Tamara Long, national sales manager for baggallini.

Don Smith from Osgoode Marley talks color trends with expert handbag retailer Guy Paquette of Bagot Leather Goods, Luggage Plus, located in Kingston, ON.

HElegance comes in Victoria Hounds- tooth with Cabrelli’s carry-on size Rollerbrief, featuring padded tablet and 15” laptop compartments, inline wheels, retractable handle and interior

ID Defender zipper pocket. In shiny textured PVC in black/white, the

bag measures 18” x 17” x 7”. MSRP $160

HCalifornia Pak International presents the Wilshire Jumbo

Four-Piece Ultra-Lite Spinner Collection, comprising a 20” Carry-On Expandable Spinner

weighing just 5.05 lbs, and 24”, 28” and 32” Expand-

able Spinners. Features include large compartment, ultra-lightweight body frame

and full featured interior. The bags are offered in a rainbow

of colors, including orange, pink and blue (shown). MSRP

$100/$140/$160/$180

GCCL Security Products presents the SearchAlert® TRAVEL LOCK 747 Series

Padlocks featuring the green/red SearchAlert® Indicator, now with new packaging and a lighter

compact design. Designed in the USA, these locks have metal construction and painted dials, and are available in a variety of

colors. MSRP $10.50

JHere is the world’s first smart charging cable with built-in alarm: The ChargerLeash 2-in-1 USB

Charging Cable has a Snooze feature to silence the alarm when at home or the office by pressing

the top of the speaker box. It has a flat cable design for tangle-free use for your Android/Windows and Apple devices, compact lightning connector head

and micro USB connector. MSRP $39.99

GFrench fashion designer Christian Lacroix brings haute couture and his trademark imaginative silhouette to luggage with the Roadster Weekender, a sleek and sumptuous weekend tote in black pebble leather. MSRP $598

GWork in style with Clark & Mayfield’s Morrison Leather Laptop

Handbag 14.4”. Constructed of soft top grain leather, the bag has an easily accessible zippered top; pockets

for organizing peripherals, files and personal items; comfortable cotton-webbed tote straps and a

removable, adjustable cross-body strap; and a slip-over strap for rolling luggage. MSRP $250

GKeep your bags clean and stain-free with Clean Bag™ luggage covers. Just slip the cover with its strategic handle openings over your bag and viola! Luggage will remain clean when on travels and in storage. Each set has Clean Bags™ to fit standard 22”, 25” and 29” luggage sizes. Custom embroidery logo, letters or numbers can be added. MSRP $69.95/3-piece set


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Jim Webb, owner of Le Bon Voyage in Santa Fe, NM, discusses the water filtration technology of the LifeStraw Go with Maya Kilam and Aaron Seaman of Numinous Anti-Theft Travel Backpacks.

James Iszler from Land Leather in Miami, FL, gets up close and personal with Rugged Rare wallets shown by Prateek Sethi.

Bed bugs no laughing matter? David and Josh Shapiro from Proof Bed Bug booth do their best Vanna White impersonation for Executive Director of NLDA Fred Healey.

GCompletely redeveloped for the 2015 season is Cloudz’s Travel Halo. Now sleep comfortably while sitting up with a large pillow that wedges to comfortably keep your head from moving side to side. The pillow’s flat back design won’t push your head forward and the adjustable side straps on both sides allow for a perfect fit. Super compact, it fea-tures a patented design, premium plush and microbead sleep mask and interactive retail packaging. MSRP $19.99-$24.99

JFusing cool mesh with agile stretch panels for ease of movement, Craghoppers’ sleek hooded men’s Chima and women’s Asmina jack-et provides a stylish and super lightweight option for seasoned travelers. Breathable, but with wicking moisture control and amazing insect, sun and light rain protection for on and off the trail, the jacket is perfect for the long-haul adventure. It is available in men’s sizes S-XXL and women’s sizes 4-16. MSRP $75

JDejuno unveils its all-new light-weight, expandable collection: The Dejuno Prime (20”, 24”, 28”) features a durable 100% polycarbonate body with four sets of luxury dual airline wheels and a built-in TSA-accepted lock. The exquisite gel grip carry handles perfectly contrast with the bag’s rugged yet stylish exterior. MSRP $720/set

GLess weight in the bag allows travelers to take more personal belongings on their trip. Meet DELSEY’s new DAUPHINE+ Collection of lightweight luggage. With the international carry-on upright weighing only 3.5 lbs and the largest upright a mere 6 lbs, this collection will appeal to those whose mantra is lighter is better. MSRP $149.99/19”

GElegance and modernity describe DELSEY’s GAITE Collection, designed for her business trips or everyday use. Part of DELSEY’s new leather business collections in soft calf Nappa leather, the bags, available as a personal tote and weekend bag, have a convenient wide opening and spacious interior. Topstitching and textured grain add a metropolitan allure while the choice of blue, camel or black will coordinate with any travel look. MSRP $229.99

JCatch some zzzs on your next flight – even in coach – with the patent-pending ZzzBand from

Departure Products. Designed by an airline pilot to help prevent “head bob” with an integrated strap

that attaches to the seat back for comfier in-flight snoozing, it has an eye cover and a form-fitted

headband. One size fits all. MSRP $19.94


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First-time exhibitors Marisol Bates and Priscilla Bonilla from Travel Plus International introduce their full line of products to Harry Jemelian from J. Family Stores in Santa Monica, CA.

Samsonite National Account Manager Adam Parker presents the 2015 Samsonite Collection to the Dillard’s contingent.

Martha Moline and Christine Hemmi from The Container Store check out luscious handbag linings with Jayne Dearborn from Clark & Mayfield.

I For air jockeys who like to travel as compactly as possible, DOT-DROPS® alters the backpack silhouette with its small Square Backpack in soft 600D PU trimmed in top grade leather. MSRP $170

JEagle Creek’s new lightweight Flyte Collection, including the Flyte four-wheel 22”, is designed to tackle serous mileage. Four over-sized ultra-durable 360° Dynamic Spin Wheels offer effortless mobility with weightless in-hand carry. An ultra-light polycarbonate chassis with drop-down bottom provides more

packing capacity and Bi-Tech™ and ballistic materials are strategically placed for maximum protection. MSRP $299

GDon’t be fooled by the sleek, elegant, classic but advanced design of the PHANTOM™ by EPIC Travelgear. A lot of thought, technology, manufacturing skill and quality has gone into creating this three-piece collection featuring injected polypropylene trolley cases in cabin, medium and large models. MSRP $380/$440/$480

JExperience the unexpected with the Skeleton Backpack 35l from AdventureLAB® by EPIC Travelgear. These backpacks are lightweight and sculpted to fit your body while having all of the functions travelers seek in outdoor or every-day urban gear. MSRP $220

JTune out the noise and your neighbors on too-crowded flights with the SKORCH 2 in 1 Travel Pillow with Hoodie

from En Route Travelware. Complete with ear plugs and a phone pouch, the pillow clips to a bag or back-pack and transforms from headrest to neck pillow with a shake of the microbeads. MSRP $28.99

I The Francis Nude by Ethan Julian can be used as a carry-on or a professional work bag. With its unique flip-open embedded front pocket for tech gadgets, wide opening and spacious interior and back zipper pockets, it is both business-ready and pleasure-bound. And in 100% cow leather with silver hardware, it is at home everywhere. MSRP $180


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Terry O’Neill and Mark Anthony from the Christmas Tree Shops are making their list and checking it twice with David Katz and Michael Esposito from Randa Luggage.

Paul Love, business development director at Solo, welcomes Willy and Linda van Dooijeweert from St. Paul’s Urban Traveler into the Solo booth.

A stylish crowd throngs the hip aunts&uncles booth: Peter Dunn from Itoya Topdrawer in San Francisco, Japanese retailer Kaoru Nakagawa, and Axel Menizer, Sven Scheurer, Angelika Scheurer, and Sharmee Soriano, all from aunts&uncles.

JKeep your bag near at hand and off the floor with Fafa Concepts’ Embrace™ (MSRP $45), a stylishly modern take on the purse hook, transforming from a teardrop-shaped accessory to an S-shaped purse hook that can support up to 22 lbs.

I Carry your flip flops everywhere you go with fflox, a stylish, moisture- and mold-resistant case

with a zipper enclosure you can toss into or attach to your backpack, handbag, carry-on or beach

bag. Available in sizes 5” x 11” and 5” x 15”, the fflox box can be cus-

tomized with different colors and company logos.

MSRP $19.99

I Genius Pack brings its signature features into its first check-in size piece – the 27” Spinner Upright, available in black, red and titanium. Travelers will find four high quality 360° durable inset spinner wheels; Laundry Compression Technology™; Think Free Packing System, an interior panel engineered with designated category compartments and permanent packing checklist; and a large depth with an additional 2” expansion. MSRP $298

GOops Toys’ All I Need! Soft Backpack from Ginsey Home Solutions allows children to bring a friend with them wherever they go. In bright colors and featuring cheer-ful characters, including Happy the Dog, these soft and lightweight backpacks have adjustable straps, a large back pocket and a write-on name tag. In water-resistant neoprene, the bags wipe clean with damp cloth. MSRP $26.99

JGo Travel launches a novel travel pillow with its Bean Snoozer. Made of spandex with polyfoam bean fill, its patented flat-back shape supports the head without pushing it forward. The foam in the rear of the pillow absorbs pressure at the back of the head and the bean-filled side chambers offer maximum sup-port and stay cool. MSRP $19.95

GThis eminently packable duffle by Go!Sac packs into a remov-able cosmetic case for easy transport. Rip-, wrinkle- and water-resistant, it shines in new print Crystal Fiesta. MSRP $45

JOn the go? Goodwipes are the way to get clean and fresh – fast.

Individually packed so they go where you go, these deodorizing body wipes with cooling tea tree

oil, peppermint and ginseng will cleanse dirt, sweat, oil and funk, leaving you feeling good

and smelling as fresh as a daisy. MSRP $8/10-pack


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How many people do you count in this booth? Alex Ogof and Laura Ronen from Gilt.com talk business with Waturu Miyako, Atsushi Osaki, and Frank Wessling from ZERO Halliburton, closely observed by the ZERO Halliburton mannequins.

DELSEY Sales Representative Mike Allen demon-strates organizational features to the Zappos clan: Erin Jasiek, Mo Miranda, Robert Pearce, and Tiffany Baldwin.

Guess who’s at the Guess booth? Jane Feller from Bellacor.com in Mendota Heights, MN catches up with Terry Thomas from Signal Brands.

GThe Pan Am GOSLEEP System sup-ports the head in place with an attached

elastic cord that secures to the seat or adjustable headrest. A multi-colored

memory foam pillow that provides support to the cervical spine, it blocks light and allows

eye movement. The pillow is the carrying

case for the mask, which comes in teal.

MSRP $38

I Keep financial and personal data safe and organized on the road with Grand Trunk’s Passport

Wallet from the new Adventure Travel Organizer Modules (ATOM) line.

Designed for adventure travelers exploring international destinations with a passport and other important documentation in the least amount of space possible, it accom-modates larger sized bills for international currencies. Travel smart features include

RFID security strip and YKK waterproof zipper. MSRP $60

GDesigned with weight in mind is Granite Gear’s Reticu-Lite Collection. Shown is the Reticu-Lite 22” Wheeled Carry-On Upright. Ultra-light at just 6 lbs, the bag’s strategic die-cut foam pattern minimizes weight while maintaining functionality. Rugged wheels have impact-absorbing wheel housing and bumper fortification and an extreme water-repellent barrier zipper with a tricot-lined pocket sheathes small electronics. MSRP $149.99.

HTravel in style with the SWISSGEAR 6191 Hardside

Spinner Collection from Group III International.

Featuring lightweight construc-tion and maneuverability, this

luggage comes equipped with a lightweight aluminum locking telescopic handle, eight 360°

spinner wheels and built-in TSA-accepted three-dial combi-nation lock. Available in several

colors, it has molded top and side handles, large in-terior zippered mesh

pocket and more. MSRP $199.99/20”;

$219.99/24”; $239.99/28”

I An ideal travel companion, the Jaunt by Haiku has room for your wallet, sunglasses, phone, passport and keys with room leftover to accommodate camera, maps and snacks. Made with 100% CyclePET polyester fabric, the bag features water-resistant lining and coating, an interior slip pocket with protec-tive RFID-blocking technology, a

secure top-zip closure and plenty of organizing pockets. It comes in cactus. MSRP $70

JAt the intersection of classic design and modern resilient construction is

Hartmann’s Herringbone Lux Hardside Collection,

including the Carry-On Spinner. Made of 100%

polycarbonate shells, cases are accented

with textured trim and a signature leather

handle and lined with monogrammed fabric. Smooth-rolling wheels,

comfy trolley handle and TSA-accepted lock

round out amenities. MSRP $299.99


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RIMOWA Sales Representative Tila Campbell swaps stories with Jeff Heth from Groskopf’s Luggage & Gifts of Grand Rapids, MI.

Feeling is believing at the Go Travel Comfort Zone, as demonstrated by Anne and Patricia Albano from Hillmer’s Luggage & Travel Center. Neck pillows (and smiles) provided by Go Travel Sales Representative Patti Falvo.

Travelon Sales Manager John Smith welcomes Erik and Kim Hougen from Erik’s Luggage Unlimited in Whitehorse, Canada.

HThe Tax Laptop Case from Hedgren’s Blue Label Line – a clean, contemporary European

style with all the features expected in a top-of-the-line business case

– is an innovative twist on the classic business case. It is a three-way expandable laptop case that can be worn as a backpack, cross-body messenger or traditional bag. Backpack straps can be tucked into the back panel when not in use. MSRP $149

JBlending menswear and modernism in a black and white palette of geometric pinstripes is HEX’s Convoy Collection,

a 23-piece range of bags, sleeves and more, including

a Convertible Backpack. With a top handle and hideaway

padded shoulder straps, this piece converts quickly from

backpack to tote. It has a roomy main compartment, pad-ded laptop storage and padded accessory pocket. MSRP $100

GThe xScale mini from Heys Luggage features a sleek, elegant and compact design with a telescopic, retractable hook that swivels 360° and folds in as part of the scale’s unibody design while simultaneously shutting off power. Available in burgundy, white and onyx, this scale is designed to lift a load with a tapering cylindrical shape that fits the hand’s natural shape. MSRP $39.99

GHigh Sierra’s AT8 Collection, including the lightweight 26” Wheeled Duffel Upright, is designed for adventure. Multiple grab handles, smooth rolling wheels, fleece-lined accessory pockets with waterproof zippers and backpack straps give you the mobility and carry options needed to get your gear through any terrain. MSRP $400

I Upgrade and connect with the Tasca Fusion by Mia Toro from HONTUS. Designed in Italy, these Expandable Spinner Uprights (20”, 24”, 29”) have options for GPS and a Bluetooth luggage scale that both use apps to communicate with your smart device. Cases are made of Dura-Flex hardside composite with a scratch-

resistant raw carbon fiber texture. The carry-on has a quick-access laptop

pocket system with organization. MSRP $300/$340/$380

GReinventing the wheel, Heys Luggage introduces the Stealth Collection, the first luggage to feature retractable wheels that safely fold and stow away when not in use. This patent-pending system also allows for luggage ground clearance to be transformed into up to 10% additional packing space. Its sleek, minimalist style inspired by aircraft design, Stealth offers a 100% polycarbonate shell, custom telescopic trolley handle and wheels that are not only easy and intuitive to operate but quieter and smoother than standard spinner wheels. MSRP $899/3-piece set ($250/$300/$350)


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Sales Representative Ron Bizieff, Bill Pointer from Travelsox, and Jennifer Twiford from AAA Reading-Berks get warm and fuzzy in the Travelsox booth.

Jacob Cooley from Trend Nation in Las Vegas examines the on-trend colors and textures in the HONTUS booth, with HONTUS exhibitors Bob Bloom and Yandri Torres.

Eve Hart from Solotravel in Toronto, Canada hangs out in the very cool Hang Accessories booth with Renee Rich, owner and founder of Hang Accessories.

JNever lose your belongings again with the HomingPIN, a

lost property retrieval system in-cluding three loops, key ring and 12 labels and used on luggage, keys, phones, tablets, cameras,

passports and other items. All have a specific code unique

to each customer. Whether an airline uses the WordTracer or

someone goes to the website to find the owner of a lost piece of luggage, your identity is always

kept secure. MSRP $20, plus a 12-month subscription to the service. After that, the annual

fee is $8. The app is free.

JHONTUS enters the final frontier of luggage design with the SpaceCase 1 International and Domestic Connected

Hardside Spinner by Planet Traveler. Built-in features include a biometric lock, global tracking, auto weight sensor, Bluetooth

speaker, lithium power pack and more – all powered with a travel-friendly app that controls all the features and tracks your

travels, plus has a travel concierge for gate and flight information. MSRP $1,200/20”; $1,400/29”

JHypnap Body Rest takes you to nod-ville with an elegantly designed travel sleep aid that allows you to rest in a face-first forward leaning position, which facilitates comfort and relaxation. Made of engineered recyclable plastic and aluminum, Hypnap Body Rest is adjustable, collapsible, lightweight and portable. MSRP $99-$129

GThe WORLD’S LIGHTEST® TRITEX™ Collection from it luggage boasts a new triple woven high tensile

fabric that has a smooth texture and excellent tonal properties for a luxurious appearance. Strong enough

to withstand the rigors of international travel, these four-wheel spinners have a push button trolley system and

comfort grip handles. The color palette includes red clay, cerise, Orient blue, chocolate truffle and gray. MSRP

$160/22”; $180/25.8”; $200/29.3”; $220/32.9”

I In lightweight polycarbon-ate, the CUE by J World

is designed to fit perfectly under the airplane seat or

into the overhead compart-ment. Measuring 18” x 14.5” x 9”, it sports a front pocket

with tablet sleeve and organization pocket, four corner spinner

wheels, recessed locking handle, interior elastic

cross strap and divider panel and a TSA-accepted

combination lock. MSRP $200

JFrom Jack Georges’ Voyager Collection is a patent-pending duffle bag – otherwise known as Jack’s Personal Valet – that easily converts into a garment cover with one continuous molded zipper. Featuring a soft construction, the bag has lots of zippered pockets and a pouch, a trolley strap and leather loops for three hangers. Available in black and brown, it is made from full-grain, hand-stained vegetable re-tanned buffalo leather that builds a rich patina as it ages. MSRP $488


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Looking stylish in Christian Lacroix – Charles Chehebar from Go! Sac with Jamie Reichenbaum and Irene Frank from Ideel in New York.

The 2015 Athalon Collection delights Meg Plante, merchandise manager at Shoebuy.com and Athalon Special Accounts Manager Brian Sullen.

John Zentmyer and Teresa Carlson from Mercury Luggage Seward Trunk talk prices and programs with Tracey Stevens from Semper Fit and Exchange Services in Quantico, VA.

I The Laptop Shopper by JUMP gets its sleek looks from high den-sity twill nylon trimmed in top grain leather. You’ll arrive at your business meeting or your weekend getaway in

style – and with your 13” laptop tucked securely inside. MSRP $99

JExtra light, extra large and ready for ad-venture: Kenneth Cole Get Away from Heritage Travelware uses an expand-able, wide-body design to provide extra

packing capacity while keeping airline weight restrictions in mind. In lightweight ABS with molded corner reinforcement, it has eight-wheel spinners, lightweight lock-ing retractable handle and molded feet to allow it to stand on its side. MSRP $280

HKipling’s Micah Backpack in crinkled nylon is meant for travel, with a trolley sleeve that helps it perch atop rolling luggage and multiple interior and exterior pockets to help wrangle all your travel essentials. It comes in blue jay. MSRP $119

I From Knomo London’s Knomad Air Leather line comes the Leather Portable

Organizer, ready to step up for those living

life on the go. Presenting a slim silhouette and coveted good looks, it comes

in Air Force blue, black and tomato.

MSRP $119.95

JA beautiful leather bag that fits into the overhead, Korchmar’s EMERSON four-wheeled Carry-On offers

a flexible frame for easy packing, full-length front zipper pocket, easy-access front zipper ticket

pocket and literature pocket on the back. Available in coffee, mahogany,

black and walnut, it is expandable by 3”. MSRP $728

I LCI Brands presents a wallet trifecta with its Ballistic Wallet Collection featuring RFID-blocking pro-

tection, a soft lambskin leather interior and trim and durable ballistic nylon construction. The Card Wallet

(MSRP $19.99) has one large and one slim credit/business card

slot and the Bi-Fold and Tri-Fold Wallets ($28.49/each) have six credit/business card

slots and two full-sized bill sections.

HLugLoc, the world’s first luggage locator, offers luggage tracking through GSM technology, featuring Bluetooth proximity alerts, battery autonomy of 15 days and a state-of-the-art mobile app. Best of all: There is no activation/membership fee. MSRP $69.99


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In the huddle: TrendyKid co-owners Rachel and Mark Stephens confer with Jason Knott of Overstock.com.

Robert Carey, Jr., contributing host at the “Rudy Maxa’s World” radio show, interviews Daymond John, Andiamo Brand Ambassador and star of ABC’s “Shark Tank” in the 24-7 International booth.

Heys Luggage Sales Representative Marcell Fitzgerald closes the deal with Nicholas Forte from Crewbag Solutions Inc. of Atlanta, GA.

I The 7-piece ultra-lightweight London Fog Cambridge 36OUL Collection from Leisure Merchandising ushers in a completely updated set of features to the iconic London Fog Chelsea Collection. Shown is the 29” Expandable Spinner equipped with shoe and storage pockets and a removable accessory bag, London Fog signature lining and custom hardware. The Collection is available in both olive and black/white Houndstooth patterns. MSRP $360/29”

I LiteGear’s uniquely designed neoprene Cord Manager features six separate cord pockets in small, medium and large compartments

to keep power cords and chargers of all shapes and sizes organized and easily accessible. With its rectangular shape,

it also doubles as a protective case for tablets and other small personal electronics. Just zip it up and slide

into other bags or briefcases. MSRP $19.95

JConceived to maximize cargo space with expansion capability,

Lojel’s lightweight Hatch in polycarbon-ate is the ultimate carry-on,

holding 10 to 20% more than other hardside

carry-ons. It features easy hatch door technology, double coil security zip-

pers, a slim profile, TSA-accepted combination lock

and expansion system. MSRP $299.95

I Jenni Chan luggage from LongLat is all about blending elements of style, functional-ity and value into each piece to make travel simple and effortless for everyone. The Aria Collection, featuring the Broadway Ultralite 24” Upright Spinner in gray, is made of an extremely lightweight body frame and durable polyester fabric body material. It has custom Jenni Chan gold-toned handle and zipper hardware and a fully lined interior. MSRP $220

GCreated by a world-renowned designer, Youngse Kim, Luggage America’s fully featured polycarbonate T-Line Geon Collection includes 21”, 25” and 29” cases with four jumbo dual spinner wheels, gel cushioned top carry handle and built-in TSA-accepted lock. MSRP $999/3-piece set ($299/$339/$379)

JAs stylish as it is functional, Mancini Leather Goods’ BUSINESS Collection, featuring the Slim Tablet

Attaché Case with Removable Shoulder Strap, offers a multitude

of pockets and sections to keep you organized. With sleek lines,

this case has a soft suede leather lining and a tablet compartment.

MSRP $200


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Roger Cheng and Spencer Hsu of Eminent Lug-gage Corp. of Taiwan get the VIP tour of American Flyer’s 2015 luggage, courtesy of Joseph Liang of American Flyer.

The forecast calls for London Fog, with Steve Waldman, Nora Qi Lin, Sue McFee Ensley and Cliff Ensley from Leisure Merchandising Corp./London Fog, and Connie Holmes and Susan Wong, both of the Hudson Bay Company of Brampton, ON.

VIM & VIGR’s Ann Nowak and Amy Thompson recruit Jim McClelland to do a little hosiery modeling, aided by wife (and boss) Cindy McClelland from the Changes In Latitude Travel Store in Boulder, CO.

GMcKlein USA introduces the M Series, a line of classy and contemporary women’s business totes in full grain leather and with a variety of color choices. Shown is Savarna, living up to the M Series’ mantra of fashion-able functionality with top-zippered and fully lined interior compartment and plenty of organizing zipper and slip pockets, including one for tablets up to 13.5”. MSRP $140

JMountain Khakis’ carry-on-compatible Cabin Duffle is ready to take you to a happy place. Built with bomber 20-oz canvas, it’s reinforced with 18-oz waxed canvas for rug-ged durability and water-resistance. Bottom and trims are 100% leather. The zippered main compartment has a wide-jaw open-ing; the exterior slip pocket keeps topo maps in place; and side compression straps minimize size. MSRP $225

HNAVA Design’s Passenger Tech Backpack, a laptop backpack with padded iPad pocket and ergonomic and padded shoulder straps, comes with a Power Bank that allows you to charge your smartphone or tablet on the go. The backpack is available in light blue, orange and green (with matching Power Bank). MSRP $194

GGive thieves the brush off with Numinous’ Anti-Theft Travel Backpacks incorporate

Kevlar anti-slash material, anti-puncture zippers with TSA-accepted locks and the Numinous Shield system that secures the pack to fixed

objects. MSRP $299.95

I Roamwild Airtushi from Oakthrift – the first fully inflatable travel booster

seat – includes a padded backrest, seat and semi rigid sides to prevent sideways toppling and a rigid front bumper bar to

help the child sit up. Suitable for children from ages six months-plus to three years.

Compact and lightweight, it is 100% wipe clean and quick drying.

MSRP $34.99

JThe Jessica Simpson Jewel Plaid Collection of hard side spinners (20”, 24”, 28”) from Olivet International shines in patterned 100% polycarbonate in red, purple, silver and champagne. With eight spinner wheels and push- button locking han-dle system, cases have split interior packing and a stylish red tonal floral lining. MSRP $300/$350/$400


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I Showing off its street smarts is Pacsafe’s Citysafe LS200 Handbag with eXomesh – a 360° imbedded steel web that blocks cut-through theft. Compatible with an iPad and 11” laptop, the bag has Carrysafe Slashguard Straps and is RFID-safe to help protect IDs and credit cards from hacker scanning. A secret jewelry pocket in the main compart-ment helps hide and protect valuables. It is available in apricot. MSRP $130

JVersatility knows no bounds with Packiteasy, a multi-piece collection that lets you create your own look with zip on/zip off designs. Pieces include a day dress and a night dress in four colors – black, white, gray and tangerine. Mix and match colors with the travel accessory scarf. Bonus: You can pack all your essentials into the scarf’s hidden pocket. MSRP $196/dress-scarf; $48/scarf-only

Retailer Paul Steiger of Sharon Luggage in Charlotte, NC shares a (no doubt) hygienic handshake with Goodwipes Co-Founder Sam Nebel.

Robert Brenner of Brenner Luggage in Indianapolis brings the party to the Eagle Creek Margarita Party, while Eagle Creek Sales Representative Kelly O’Brien is glad it’s five o’clock somewhere.

Mo Miranda and Robert Pearce of Zappos raise a glass to the Eagle Creek Margarita Party.

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GGlossy, ridged REVO Pipeline cases from Olivet International in 100% poly-carbonate feature split interior packing with double compartment covers atop eight rubber wheel spinners. Expandable cases come in showstopper colors, including ice white, tangerine, chrome blue, metal red, electric lime and granite. MSRP $250/18”; $280/20”; $300/25”; $340/30”

JORB Travel’s Family Travel Organizer holds up to four passports within a soft neoprene cover with RFID shielding to safeguard credit card and passport data. Available in plum, charcoal, teal and hot pink, this passport wallet/travel document organizer has a wrap-around zipper to secure contents. MSRP $19.99

HNo more head bob or stiff neck with pb travel’s Contour 360° Travel Pillow. Ergonomically-designed and engineered to

provide full neck, head and chin support, it can be used in more than six positions. The double end overlap supports the weight of the head

and neck. MSRP $19.99/poly fill; $34.99/memory foam

HCare for your nails in style with a four-piece Buffalo Manicure Set from Pfeilring of America Corp. This beautiful matte brown top grain leather flapover case with leather interior lining and button snap closure holds Normandy folding nail clippers, nail scissors, tweezers and file. Accessories are made of Inox stainless steel. MSRP $99.95

GMade from 100% Colombian full

grain leather, Piel Leather’s Extra Large Zip-Pocket Duffel is

soft, supple and smooth and accented with silver hardware. It has a dual zip opening to a roomy main compart-ment featuring a large zip-pocket and two large open pockets, plus

large rear and front zip-compartments, double handles and an ad-justable/detachable shoulder strap. Decorative side clasp closures

maintain the duffel’s shape. MSRP $511


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Travelon Sales Manager John Smith congregates at the Waterproof Wall with Michel Farmer, buyer at Bentley Leathers Inc., and Sales Representative Ron Ste. Marie of ISA of Canada Ltd.

Hardeep Dhillon, Annette Leyva, and Anuj Singh of the Luggage Center of Dublin, CA peruse sophis-ticated Hartmann metallics with Felicia Pandola of Hartmann.

Paul Brusaschetti of San Jose’s Bergman Luggage carefully reviews his options with Sales Representa-tive Jed Clark of Pacsafe.

JTake playtime on the road with the Blocks case from Playluggage, featuring a nubby front panel compatible with most LEGO®-type blocks. In brilliant red and yellow, this polycarbonate case can double as a wheeled toy chest at home. MSRP $199

HThe ultra-light, feature-rich Columbia Pack & Go Collection by Randa Luggage can stand up to any climate in durable Double Hex ripstop, 800Dx900D and 1200D poly and an advanced water-resistant exterior shell. Corner guards protect the fabric

from abrasions and the main opening has a PU-coated

reversed water-resistant zipper. MSRP $240/21”; $280/26” (shown); $320/30”

I Protect your luggage against theft, rain, filth,

damage, inser-tions, openings

and other dangers with Rhino Wrap.

In bright yellow for fast luggage identification, it is TSA-compli-ant and wraps any size bag.

It comes with a Sharpie to note contact info on

the Rhino Wrap. MSRP $9.99-$14.99

I Ultra-light, highly functional, feature-rich: Ricardo Beverly Hills’ Fl-Air Collection has 360° spinner wheels, retractable handle system with ergonomic push-button handle, cushioned top and side carry handles and increased packing capacity with the pull of the expansion zipper. $160/20” Superlight Spinner Carry-On; $180/24”, $200/28” Superlight Spinner Upright

JNo detail has been overlooked in RIMOWA’s luxurious and classic BOSSA NOVA line, featur-ing the 26” MULTIWHEEL®: a padded handle made of leather; an interior lined with padded fabric, including the Flex-Divider system; Add-a-bag holder; stageless telescopic handle; TSA-accepted locks; patented Multiwheel® system; and color-coordinated wheel caps. MSRP $1,425

GSlip into something a little more comfort-able – like these Pink Punk Rollasoles with gold studs. Strut in confidence with a punk edge and in comfort with a deluxe sole. Rollasoles, the fold-up, roll-up shoes, flats and pumps that can be popped into your handbag, glove compartment or desk drawer, come with a bag to carry your discarded heels. MSRP $50


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E-commerce Division Manager Becker Chan from Traveler’s Choice Travelware talks carry-ons with Nikki Collier of Kohl’s.

Father-daughter power duo Peter and Jenni Paradise from the Paradise Pen and Paradise Baggage Company check out the eye-catching new Marvel Black Collection, exhibited by Sue and Danny Dimont of BB Designs.

Stephen Rynn and Carrie and Vincent Dottavio of Rynn’s Luggage, located in Farmers Branch, TX, pause for a picture at the Voyager booth, before checking out their luggage and casual bags.

HRONCATO gets tough with the UNO Deluxe Carbon Collection of cases sporting a unique carbon fiber print finish with micro-tech trim. Avail-able in 22”, 28” (shown) and 32” Spinner models,

cases have a waterproof security zipper, double high-performance wheels and a premium interior with a removable, washable lining. MSRP $625/22”; $655/28”; $695/32”

HEasy access is never accidental in Royce Leather’s RFID-Blocking Zippered Document Organizer in beautiful Saffiano leather. Also avail-able in black, the case has multiple external and inter-nal zippered compartments and slots and comes with a detachable wrist strap with silver-tone hardware. MSRP $110

HRugged Equipment’s four-piece Adrienne Vittadini Travel Light Collection includes an 18” Travel Tote and

21”, 25” and 29” Expandable Uprights in high density nylon with Saffiano

trim. With lightweight frames, spinner wheels, expandable front panels and a push button locking telescopic handle system, these cases are travel-ready

for any destination. Colors avail-able include navy,

khaki, raspberry and red. MSRP

$1,320/set

GBe the envy of the baggage carousel crowd with Sakroots’ Artist Circle Spinner Carry-On in eye-catching Optic Songbird print finished with matte black hardware. In coated canvas, the bag has a four-wheel caster system, front full zipped compartment and zipped pocket and padded top and side handles. MSRP $129

HSamsonite’s cutting-edge VizAir 2 Collection is loaded with features: Two VizAir bumpers provide

maximum shock absorp-tion for your laptop;

a padded laptop compartment with

super soft lining and a dedicated

tablet pocket and organization

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quick-stash poly pocket holds glasses or other

devices; and a cord pocket provides

convenient cord stor-age. MSRP $99.99

GSpherical spinner wheels give Samsonite’s Silhouette Sphere 2 21”

Spinner Upright multi-directional rolling mobility, especially over carpeted and

uneven surfaces. It is built to go the distance with SamGuard™ water-resistant tri-core nylon fabric, rubberized, textured corner protectors and a gel-infused lock-ing handle for comfort. MSRP $229.99


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Mike and Carl Gonsalves from iBags, South Africa’s premier online luggage shop, take time to network with Sergio Calderon from Balanzza.

Vice President of Heys America Andrew Hamilton talks margins and dating with Frank Fine, Jenny Ramsey, and Leslee Richards of Lieber’s Luggage in Albuquerque.

Seymour Daiches, senior buyer at Macy’s, examines an on-trend purple spinner demonstrated by Roncato Vice President Jeff Thaw.

GLovely in leather is Scully’s Ladies’ Tab Clutch Wallet. In soft calfskin, the wallet featuring RFID protection has an exterior rear zip pocket, exterior front tab closure with magnetic snap, interior credit card slots and ID window and coin zip pouch and two vertical pockets. MSRP $79

I Keep all of your essen-tial travel documents

safe from the elements with Sea to Summit’s

TravellingLight™ Travel Wallet RFID.

Available in lime, blue and berry, these water-resistant wallets come with a range of internal pockets and card

sleeves, gusseted cash pocket as well as a zippered coin holder. MSRP $29.95/small;

$39.95/medium; $49.95/large

JWith its built-in shelves that extend out of the case, the ShelfPack by

McKaba Luggage is like traveling with your dresser. Pack the shelves with your belongings; collapse them into the case; erect them again at your destination. In

ballistic nylon, ShelfPack has also has easy-access front pockets. MSRP $375

I Signal Brands’ THURSTON 21” 8-Wheel Spinner is sumptuous in printed signature Saffiano leather with Vachetta leather trim and contact edge painted detail. Inside, the bag is equally luxe with a printed lining. The bag features flush mounted staging trolley, 2.5” expansion and a detachable ID tag. MSRP $360

I Talk about ready-to-wear (and rest): Sleeper Scarf

is a fashion-savvy scarf with a built-in inflatable neck pil-low. Its 77” length

affords mega style options, and the pillow

may be removed and interchanged between multiple scarves. Holding

the removable pillow in place? A patented design featuring a U-

shaped pocket around the neck of the scarf.

MSRP $49

I Made in the USA of high quality performance fibers, including Merino wool and bamboo, Sockwell’s Travel BaggageClaim2 in Floral PinDot in violet offers stylish graduated compres-sion. With a Classic Link/seamless toe seam, the socks help prevents swelling, promote circulation and prevent fatigue. MSRP $24.99


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Bill Van Ess II and Anna Cutts from eBags.com get down to business with Mike Allen and Andrea Roncato of Roncato.

Baggalini sales Representatives Alan and Sandi Reaume talk fashion backpacks with Becky Ly from Amazon.

Taking time to network, Elizabeth and Jim McKenzie from Bag & Baggage meet and greet Scott Harris and Doug Stone from Lipault Paris.

GHere’s a bag that moonlights as a backpack:

Solo’s Urban Hybrid Briefcase features a padded laptop compartment, front zippered pockets and

front zip-down organizer section, plus a removable/adjustable shoulder strap and padded backpack

straps to make the transformation. MSRP $49.99

I STEWART/STAND® introduces the Diamond Plate Billfold, made of stainless steel fabric and silver ballistic nylon and featuring RFID-blocking protection from credit card/identity theft. It has six credit card slots, two stash pockets (fits credit cards) and one bill compartment. MSRP $72

I Wearable luggage has never looked so good! The lightweight, versatile Stuffa® One+ Jacket, with 5,000 mm waterproof outer shell, lets you pack about 12 lbs of clothing and other travel essentials into the jacket’s 12 hidden, zippered pockets. Designed to help beat excess baggage charges, it is perfect for outdoor adventures. MSRP $190

JOne person can easily transport the entire

family’s luggage with TACH Luggage’s patented

atTACHment that creates a solid rolling unit. Made of

ballistic nylon with 300D lining and high grade

swivel wheels, it comes in standard set sizes in black, red and gray. MSRP $499/

set of 3 nesting

I Let your luggage tags tell a story about who you are, plus add some fun and color to your travels. Vintage Traveler Luggage Tags from Talus fea-ture an antique travel poster, sunset postcard and a collage of reproduction luggage stickers. You won’t miss this on the baggage carousel. MSRP $3/each

JTurning heads at the world’s most

glamorous airport baggage carousels is Ted Baker London’s Take Flight

21” Trolley in navy herringbone. Ultra-lightweight at 5.6 lbs, it has the iconic

high-def Ted ombré-fade herringbone panel, signature Birds of Prey lining with interior organizer and Ted button design

hubcaps on 360° four-wheel Hinomoto Spinners. MSRP $398


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Masses of travel professionals converge on The 2015 International Travel Goods Show opening night party.

Retailers and exhibitors mingle over drinks and hors d’oeuvres at The 2015 International Travel Goods Show opening night party, held at the end of the first day.

Dave Dungan and Rick Schnoor from Ricardo Beverly Hills enjoy an adult beverage and catch up with Gwin Hammond from Mori Luggage & Gifts.

GThe Compact Comfort Hybrid Neck Rest by Travel Smart by Conair combines the comfort of a plush pillow and the convenience of an inflatable with a travel pillow that inflates in seconds thanks to an extra-wide air valve, adjusts to any firmness and comfort level and deflates to half the size of a poly-filled neck rest. Its soft fleece shell is removable and washable. MSRP $14.99

GTraveler’s Choice Travelware re-thinks the box with its Prokas Wide-Body Polycarbonate Hardcase Spinner. With a more stable center of gravity, the fully lined Prokas is designed following the methods of “Push/ Pull” mechanics. Features include 2” expansion for extra packing space, a patent-pending 360° Cyclone spherical four-wheel system and a patent-pending “T-Cruiser” handle. MSRP $279/small; $319.99/medium; $359.99/large

GTravelers Club Luggage introduces Calypso, a three-piece Expandable PET Verticals Collection with 360° dual spinner wheels. Sporting a stylish metallic finish, it offers a TSA-accepted combination lock and expansion for up to 25% more packing space. MSRP $625

GSleep better sitting up with the Wrap-N-Rest Pillow from Travelon® that can be used three

ways: around the neck to support the chin and stop chin drop; folded in half to cradle the neck for side sleepers; behind the head for support in a reclined

position. Soft and comfy, it comes in dark gray/light gray and berry/gray. MSRP $20

GThis amazingly lightweight 21” Spinner from the MaxLite® Hardside Collection by Travelpro® International features a strong 100% polycarbonate shell for ultimate protection plus a patented Contour Grip for effortless maneuver-ability. Featuring 2” of expansion capacity, a dual wheel spinner system, TSA-accepted lock and an overall weight of 6.7 lbs, the case is available in black and grape and backed by a Lifetime Warranty. MSRP $300

JThe Shanghai Collection from Travelers Club Luggage

is a three-piece set of Expandable Verticals

with 360° dual spinner wheels with a stylish patterned, scratch-

resistant finish in 100% ABS. The case has a

fully lined interior with accessory pockets and

compression straps and a TSA-accepted

combination lock. MSRP $550


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Eugene Keys and Dave and Andria Robinson from Travelpet Luggage and Accessories bring the party to the opening night festivities.

New exhibitor Cindy Benedict, president of Blubandoo Cooling Headwear & Accessories, models one of her creations for Steve Cosgrove of Argyle Enterprises.

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I Style meets function

with the new Travelsox Soft

HC Mélange with DRYLAST, ideal for

long-distance travel and daily use,

thanks to its

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able compression, increasing circulation. Made in Italy, the socks’ patented technical construc-tion stimulates blood flow, reducing swelling while in cramped quarters for extended periods of time and

alleviating the sensation of fatigue. Travelsox are available

in six colors. MSRP $35

GLittle travelers will find it easy to go nighty-night on road and plane trips with TrendyKid’s machine-

washable Travel Snoozy 3-in-1 Kids Travel Pack, including plush fleece blanket and inflatable pillow in its

own carry case. MSRP $25

GThe Werks Travel 5.0 WT 22 Dual-Caster, a lightweight U.S. carry-on from Victorinox Swiss Army, contains the intel-ligent Pack More System offering five packing solutions, including the Pack More divider for packing clothes flat and wrinkle-free. In addition to providing 32 possible packing configurations, this case has a U-shaped front pocket for your laptop and a Travel Sentry® Approved combination lock. MSRP $369.99

IVoyager Merchandising’s high gloss Andare Barcelona ABS/PC Collection in virgin ABS overlaid with polycarbon-ate is offered in 20”, 24” and

28” models, each featuring “eight on the floor”

spinner wheels, double reinforced corners, polished aluminum handles and TSA-accepted three-dial integrated combo locks. Inside, the fully lined and expand-able cases have a two-mesh pocket zippered divider cap-ping off the suiter section. The cases shine in pewter, ruby and plum. MSRP $220/$260/$300

HCapturing function and fashion in an eco-friendly bag is Urban Junket’s Kristen Wheeled Laptop Bag. With a sturdy retractable handle for easy rolling as well as two top handles for in-hand car-rying, the bag is constructed of reclaimed

plastic bottles in a contemporary color palette, including grass, indigo, scarlet, ster-ling, violet and black. MSRP $189

HZERO Halliburton is launching a new color in its iconic Classic Aluminum

Collection. Along with silver and black, the Classic Aluminum

Collection will now be available in Polished Gold in three sizes:

a 19” Spinner (shown), a 26” Spinner and a 28” Spinner. All feature the company’s signa-

ture stain-resistant nylon lining and

distinctive draw-bolt and piano

hinge closures. MSRP $895

Please see the Buyer’s

Guide on pages 72-74 for a directory of

the companies whose products are

included in this feature.


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