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No Bugs

admin — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 06:19:30 +0000

Many people will spend time spraying themselves and their family members with insect repellent before spending time outdoors. But now you don’t need to do that anymore. Today we have clothing that has a repellent already on it. No need for constant applications of a cream or a spray.

You will see a dramatically reduced number of bites because the repellent, Permethrin, is on the fabric, not on your skin. This clothing provides effective protections against bites of many types. Ants, ticks, mosquitoes, chiggers and many more. This shield is called Buzz Off and is the very first ever registered by the EPA.

This apparel is not only effective but effortless and orderless. This repellent can be found on clothing like pants, hats, shirts and other garments. Permethrin is a man-made form of natural insect repellent that is taken from the chrysanthemum plant. It was the armed forces that was behind the development of this repellent. This way the field troops would have protection and it would be long lasting. Buzz off is highly effective as long as you are wearing the clothing. Compared to skin applied repellents that last for just a few hours, this repellent is non-stop in the job it does.

Gadgets to help Travellers Save Money

admin — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 11:56:33 +0000

We all have been affected by the recent economic recession, more so for travelers who are excused for hunting down a more cost effective way in which to travel. There are a few travel gadgets available that can help you out in this situation and help to provide luxury travel. The biggest expense out there now is the fee for checked baggage. That fee can be as high as $100 per bag so if you don’t want to be surprised by an over weight checked luggage at the counter, invest in a portable luggage scale. They ranges in price from $7 to $30 and help you keep an eye on the weight you are carrying. Another device of help is the iGo Charge Anywhere. This is a rechargeable battery pack that can accommodate multiple personal electronic devices. This way you can stay in touch with family and friends without having to hunt down an electrical outlet or is the nearby outlet is already taken by someone else. If you are one of those travellers that cannot face the world without a morning cup of java, there is a travel drink holder called Tugo. It is a detachable cup-holder that attaches to the handles on luggage that are upright.

Shopping for the best travel gear

admin — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:28:12 +0000

When it comes to hassle-free travel, it is important that you also make use of bags and other important gears that are travel friendly. So how and where should you shop for the best travel gear that will make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free? Well believe it or not, you actually have a myriad of available options starting from usual sports and luggage stores in malls to online shops that are offering the best and the latest travel gear for any kind of budget.

While some brands of travel gear may tend to be a bit pricey – this is usually due to the kind of material that has been used for the products. For the pricier kind of travel gear, you can well expect that its quality will be topnotch compared to others. Aside from being waterproof, scratch resistant and less prone to wear and tear, expensive travel gear are also guaranteed to last you a very long time.

Still, for those who are on a budget, you can always check out sports and luggage stores for possible sale promotions on their past collections. This way, you will be able to enjoy the benefits of having good quality travel gear even at less the price. Never settle for cheap brands because this may bring a negative influence on your overall travel experience. But whichever brand of travel gear you choose to get, always make sure that you check the product first for any possible damage before paying for it. If you are buying travel luggage, especially trolleys, make sure the wheels are working smoothly and the handle can be expanded with ease.