Destinations Where they went Travel gear Student travel Sensible travelerTime, caffeine, exercise on my mind
By Lylah M. Alphonse, Globe Staff, 01/27/02
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This 6-inch-high French press from Bonjour is ready to go whenever Ð and wherever Ð you are. Voila! Three cups of fresh-brewed coffee without fuss or filters. Just pack your favorite roast, or buy the local beans. It costs about $20 and is available at Williams-Sonoma stores; through their catalog (800-541-2233); and online at www.kitchenemporium.com, www.aabreecoffee.com, and www.espressopeople.com.
Time on your mind?
This tell-all atomic watch receives the US atomic time signal from Boulder, Colo.; once set for a given time zone, it automatically adjusts to Daylight Savings Time. It has an analog three-hand display, two digital displays, time zone display, stopwatch, alarm, and sits on a classic brown leather band. Available for $299 only through Restoration HardwareÕs catalog (800-762-1005) or online at www.restorationhardware.com.
Don't miss a step
Take your workout with you. The Mini Stepper from Sharper Image is a slimmed-down device that works like a stair machine. It can handle up to 200 pounds and is small enough to stow under a bed. The built-in computer tracks your workout and even estimates how many calories youÕve burned; its dual elastic resistance cords let you tone your arms and chest while you step. It costs $99.95 and is available at Sharper Image stores; through the catalog (800-344-4444); and online at www.sharperimage.com.