December 12, 2007

Class Acts

Gifts for Wanderers

You can’t travel without things. Preferably cool, interesting things received as very thoughtful presents. So here are trinkets for all your frequent fliers, no matter how they roll.

PJ All the Way
A few rules about flying private: No boarding the G5 with an ugly black rolly. If it can’t fit in a calfskin duffel, leave it at home. Spend the time in flight sorting your euros from your dirhams with a cute and dreadfully overpriced money clip.

It’s Business Time
Yeah, whatever. There you go, jumping the security line. With your shiny chocolate-colored Zero Halliburton suitcase, notice-me-now Beryll sunglasses, and back-off Pucci scarf. You’re just soooo fancy.

Cattle Call
Look, no one ever wants to go coach. But organic body lotion, holistic face care products that benefit Heifer International, and a pretty lavender eye mask help soothe the senses until it’s all over.

On the Road
Let’s check the checklist: A thermal fleece jacket with extra-long sleeves keeps you warm on the long and lonely hitchhike. A nifty cradle protects your devices in sketchy diner outlets. A portable water purifier keeps you hydrated and giardia free. Mini rolls of toilet paper get you out of jams you want to forget immediately. And a cute luggage tag tells the rest of the bus station you’re damn proud of your backpack.

And everything in it.