If you are looking for the perfect gift to give your favorite traveler, look no more. We have rounded-up a list of "must haves" to make your shopping easier:
E-Reader Accessories – Once you have your e-reader, you need to accessorize! M-Edge is the premier maker of e-reader accessories. Their covers and book lights are a must have for any e-reader owner. Visit www.medgestore.com for a complete list of their products.
2) E-Reader (and Accessories) – For the reader on the go, now you can take an entire library on the plane with you and easily download a book from anywhere with cell phone access. The original favorite is the Amazon Kindle but the Sony Reader and the new Barnes and Noble Nook are not far behind and gaining fast. They are all designed to be sleek and thin so that they are easy to carry around. Reviews of all three readers coming soon! For more about the Kindle, visit www.amazon.com.
1) Flip Camera – We’ve all seen parents with bulky, feature laden video cameras ruin or miss out on the very memories they’re trying to preserve. The Flip is a revolutionary new video camera that makes capturing memories easy, natural and intuitive, and playing them back even easier. This handheld HD camera is a must have for every traveler. I wouldn’t leave home without mine. The days of carrying a bulky camcorder around are over. This high quality, pocket size gem is definitely a must have!
3) Blink Stroller by Britax – I had searched far and wide for a dependable, comfortable umbrella stroller for my son and had all but given up when I was introduced to the Blink from Britax USA. As a respected brand for car seats, I knew that I could trust Britax to have my child in mind when creating the easy to use and store stroller. I wasn’t disappointed. This is my favorite travel product of 2009! I use it at airports, for quick run to the groceries or a day at the zoo! It’s easy to carry (it comes with its own carrying case), simple to assemble, mom-friendly and most importantly my son loves it! http://www.britaxusa.com/strollers/blink
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Luggage!
Best Hard Shell - Titan Luggage – The best hardshell luggage we have found to date, Titan offers a lifetime warrantee no matter what happens to your luggage during flight. Read more about them at www.titanluggageusa.com or here.
Best Soft Shell - Magellan Luggage – At my favorite online travel store, you can find the best soft shell luggage. It’s roomy and easy to maneuver. Visit www.magellans.com to find out more.
Best Children’s Luggage - Disney luggage by Heys –High caliber, strongly made children’s luggage. My kids love theirs and its durable! www.heysusa.com
5) MD Mom Sunscreen Towelettes - This is the best sunscreen I’ve ever found for my kids, but what’s even better is that it works on me too! Packaged in easy carry along pouches, these towelettes should be in every mother’s purse. www.mdmoms.com
6) Salon in a Bag – This product is by far the most innovative and perfect for the female traveler. It is by far the best travel gift I've been given! Learn all about it at www.saloninabag.net.
7) Built NY bags - With the perfect selection of laptop bags, lunch bags and much more, Built NY has something that your favorite traveler is bound to need and sure to enjoy. Visit their selection of products at www.builtny.com.


8) Sharper Image Portable Charging Valet – Between cell phones, iPods, digital cameras, camcorders and various other electronic devices, it seems like when we travel we are always wrangling a half dozen chargers, each one a potential victim of being left behind if we’re not careful. The portable charging valet solves this problem by putting all of your rechargers in one place. The small carrying case contains a standard wall plug and a car charging plug along with interchangeable recharging tips for all the most popular electronics brands. Able to charge up to three devices at a time, you won’t want to leave home without it! www.sharperimage.com
9) Traveler Guitar – Small and compact, this instrument is perfect for any guitar player to take with them on any trip or deployment, but unlike most travel guitars, this one sounds like a full size, high quality instrument. The best feature is the onboard headphone amplifier (not on all models), eliminating the need for a separate amp. www.travelerguitar.com
10) Anything by Coleman - Not all travel takes place in a nice hotel or B&B! Some of our best adventures take place in the outdoors in a tent! After a lifetime of using their products, I have found that you can always count on Coleman to make your outdoor adventure complete. Visit www.coleman.com for a list of their products and your favorite outdoorsman (or woman) is sure to love anything you buy!
Stay tuned for our upcoming top ten list -
"Top Ten Electronic Travel Items Perfect for Deployment"
Coming April 2010