Destinations Where they went Travel gear Student travel Sensible traveler
Children, water, and light
By Lylah M. Alphonse, Globe Staff, 03/31/02
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This cozy child's sleeping bag has its own plump pillow attached, so you never need to pack a separate one for sleepovers. It's 28-by-65 inches and the 26-inch diameter flower is a cushy four inches deep. It costs about $60 from the Lillian Vernon catalog (800-545-5426) and online at www.lillianvernon.com.
Works on water
Potable Aqua water tablets store well and make most types of questionable water safe to drink. Manufactured according to strict military specifications, each iodine-based tablet treats up to a quart of water. A jar of 50 costs $5 to $6 through Magellan's catalog (800-962-4923), at REI stores, and online at www.rei.com, www.tirelesstrekker.com, www.wpcbrands.com, and www.survivalinstinct.com.
Lights the way
Press a button and this tiny flashlight shines a brilliant blue beam a full 180 degrees. Guaranteed for life, the blue Sapphire light resists shocks, water, and impacts. At less than 1-by-3 inches, it is tiny enough to clip to your keychain. It comes in several colors, and costs $15-$20 through the Norm Thompson catalog (800-547-1160) and the Herrington catalog (800-903-2878). Also available online at www.glow-bug.com, www.herringtoncatalog.com, www.pilotportal.com, www.efi.org, and www.securityworld.com.