Destinations Where they went Travel gear Student travel Sensible traveler
Crusing the light fantastic
By Lylah M. Alphonse, Globe Staff, 03/24/02
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Looking for cruise-wear that's comfortable but doesn't take up much room in your suitcase? L..L. Bean Traveler may have the solution. For women, they have a set of seven separates that mix and match to create plenty of pretty outfits. The Effortless Essentials (short- and long-sleeved crewneck tops, cropped pants, long pants, cropped cardigan, long cardigan, and ankle-length skirt) come in a palette of five colors (salmon, white, heather turquoise, heather gray, and black). They range from $38 to $59 per piece. And gentlemen, don't despair, there's something for you, too: L..L. Bean's silk/wool sportcoat is classically cut, goes with almost everything, and is almost impossible to wrinkle. It's specially treated to repel water and stains, too. The cost is $189. All items are available at L..L. Bean stores, through their catalog (800-221-4221), and online at www.llbean.com/traveler.
Catch the (light)waves
The Itty Bitty Book Light is the perfect way to read without disturbing your roommate or travel partner. This portable reading light clips onto your book to illuminate the pages beneath it, and the new design (aptly called ÔÔVolume 2'') has a clearer, shadow-free light. It costs $35 at Brookstone stores, through the catalog (800-351-7222), or online at www.brookstone.com, www.thelibraryshop.org, www.totalliving.com, and www.zelco.com.
Learn your way around
With all of the lights, sounds, and challenges, your children won't even know they're learning anything. Kidology's GeoSafari Talking Globe Traveler quizzes players about countries, cities, oceans -- more than 5,000 geography facts in all. The 4-by-6-by-9-inch globe has multidirectional tracking-ball action, and packs easily into a carry-on bag. It costs $45-$60, depending on the vendor, and is available from National Geographic (888-225-5647) and Toys2Wish4 (877-809-8697). You can also find it online at www.toys2wish4.com, www.amazon.com, www.lizzieslookinglass.com, and www.smarttechtoys.com.
Lylah M. Alphonse's e-mail address is lalphonse@globe.com.