Huge Savings on Luggage and Bags
By Nick | August 13, 2008
Seeing as the last few posts about our products have been focused on new brands or our large selection of bags, I thought I’d write a quick post highlighting 2 great deals we’re currently offering.
The first is the Travelpro Crew 6. The Crew series is one of Travelpro’s most popular, and it’s one of the higher quality lines at it’s price point. The “normal” prices range anywhere from $150 to $225 for wheeled suitcases. Because it is being replaced by the Crew 7, it is now on sale for $125 to $169 for wheeled suitcases. These discontinued prices definitely make this line one of the best buys on our website. The quantities are limited, and will be taken off the website as they sell out.
The second series currently on sale is the Baseline collection from Briggs and Riley. Briggs and Riley makes some of the best luggage on the market. It is easily one of the most durable brands of travel bags, and has a warranty that backs it up. Their “simple as that” guarantee states that they will repair or replace any bag of theirs for any reason…..INCLUDING AIRLINE DAMAGE! Not too many companies offer a similar warranty. We’ve had Briggs and Riley on our site since the beginning, and I can tell you that they do indeed back this up.
Usually these bags do not go on sale. Because of the quality, warranty, limited quantity, and sale prices, Briggs and Riley is currently of the best deal on the site!
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Back to School Backpacks and Messenger Bags
By Nick | July 18, 2008
It is that time of year again. Time to start thinking about everything you’ll need to head back to school. Sure, you’ve got your trapper keeper, your 48 count box of crayola crayons, and your TI-85 calculator….but what are you going to carry all that around in? That’s right, your new backback from Luggage Pros!
This is the 6th Back to School season that we’ve been a part of, and this is by far the best selection we’ve ever had. There’s over 18 brands carrying backpacks or messenger bags in our back to school section, and there’s plenty of styles to accomodate anyone and everyone.
A few of the most popular brands include Jansport, The North Face, Columbia, and Timberland. While all of these brands offer great packs for a wide variety of back-to-schooler’s, there’s a few other brands that may not have the name brand recognition, but have fantastic products.
Here’s a quick list of the brands you may not have heard of, along with a very brief description of each:
Clive: Very stylish messneger and tote bags. A good selection for both boys and girls.
Caribee: My personal favorite. Read about these Australian backpacks and totes from my previous post.
Manhattan Portage: Originally specialized in making virtually indestructible, waterproof messenger bags for bike messengers. All bags seem to have a very urban/cool look and feel to them. Have expanded into backpacks as well.
Kipling: Offers high quality bags and backpacks with a sense of fun and adventure. Many colors to choose from. Becoming more of a well known name brand, with very loyal customers all around the world.
Our mechandising team has been hard at work to ensure our site is well stocked with a wide variety of packs and messenger bags. Check our our huge selection and see for yourself. As always, let us know any questions you have, or suggest a brand you’d like to see in our selection.
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2 Good Things
By Nick | July 10, 2008
Recently The U.S. Department of Transportion announced 2 positive reports in regards to airline travel.
The first report detailed that the airline’s on-time flight performance is improving when compared to the same time period last year, and month over month. The figures were compiled using an average on time performance for the top 19 U.S. carriers. The average for May was 79 percent vs. 77.9 percent in May of ‘07, and 77.7 percent in April. Not huge….but still an improvement.
A similar type improvement was shown in terms of lost baggage. On average, every 4.6 passengers out of 1,000 reported a mishandled bag vs. 5.9 out of 1,000 a year earlier. Over a 20 percent improvement!
The second (and more interesting) report, is the announcement of measures to help the aviation industry in it’s fight against high fuel costs.
According to www.dot.gov, the FAA and the X Prize foundation are planning a competition to find a renewable alternative to jet fuel. The details of the competition and prize involved has yet to be announced, but if it’s anything similar to a previous time these two joined forces I don’t think they’ll have any issues sparking anyones interest. In 2004 they offered a $10,000,000 prize for the first private team to launch a manned spacecraft into suborbital space. Not a bad incentive to work on a cool project.
Finding a renewable alternative to jet fuel doesn’t sound easy, but will one day be necessary. Turning this into a competition and opening up the idea to everyone is a great idea. It’s nice to hear the FAA is taking this positive step, and it will be interesting to see how many and how quickly people will get on board.
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Frommer’s Luggage and Bags
By Nick | July 7, 2008
The latest brand to be added to the selection at Luggage Pros is Frommer’s. Yes, the same Frommer’s that gives you the travel guides, expert travel reviews, and vacation planning advice, also has their own line of luggage.
Frommer’s luggage gives travelers a great option to purchase quality travel bags from proven travel experts, at an affordable price. The line features a variety of standard luggage sizes and also includes a garment bag and a wheeled and non-wheeled tote. The entire Frommer’s collection is extremely lightweight, while still offering a wide variety of pockets and organizational features.
Check out the collection of Frommer’s travel bags today at Luggage Pros. As always, we offer free shipping on orders over $100, and free returns on all orders.
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mysmartpac - Carry On Toiletries Made Easy
By Nick | June 16, 2008
A great new addition to the travel accessories department is the mysmartpac. This product takes every last bit of guessing out of the equation when debating what to pack, or what is allowed according the the TSA guidelines. 
The mysmartpac is a TSA carry-on approved toiletry kit, that comes preloaded with just about everything you need. There is a men’s and a women’s version. The men’s toiletry kit includes Shave gel and post shave cream instead of the anti-aging face cream.
Anti-oxidant face cleanser, Anti-aging face cream, Body lotion, Hair gel, Deodorant, Toothpaste and toothbrush, Triple blade razor, and a one quart zip lock bag
Mysmartpacs are made in the USA, and are not tested on animals.
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Checked Baggage Charges
By Nick | May 30, 2008
American Airlines recently announced they will be charging passengers a fee for any checked bag. Customers who purchase tickets on or after June 15th will be charged $15 for their first checked bag, and $25 for a second checked bag. These are one-way fees.
Over the next few months, I think it will be interesting to see if other airlines will follow suit and begin charging for checked luggage. I’m assuming this is a strategy that all airlines have thought about implementing over the past couple of years. And now the competition can sit back and see how the travelers react.
Unfortunately for travelers, the airlines need to find ways to make more money. Though it may force me think twice about which airline I’ll be flying, it is a good incentive to try to pack less. As stated on American Airlines website, the carry on regulations remain the same, “FAA security measures limit customers on all AA flights to one carry-on bag plus one personal item. The one carry-on bag must fit in an overhead compartment or under the seat. It should not exceed 45 linear inches (length + width + height) or weigh more than 40 lbs/18 kgs.”
The good news……there is a VERY large selection of carry-on bags (45 linear inches or less) to choose from. From garment bags, to suitcases, to wheeled totes….there’s plenty of options available
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If I Had To Go Through This…..I Wouldn’t Travel.
By Nick | May 22, 2008
Do you ever complain about the person next to you on the airplane taking up too much room? Using too much of YOUR armrest? I have. In times like these, it is important to remember….it could be worse. Take a look at this Japanese train. Can you imagine traveling anywhere like this?
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Bags Going Green
By Krista | May 15, 2008
As everyone attempts to “go green”, recycled and reused materials are popping up everywhere, including a few new bags on Luggage Pros. Baggallini, a popular line of functional, fashionable bags for travel and daily use, has introduced an Eco-Fabric collection, which includes some of Baggallini’s most popular styles (cute and weekend-ready Baby Hampton is a favorite) made from 100% recycled plastic bottles. The fabric is lightweight, water resistant, and lovely to touch. As always, Baggallini has included plenty of smart pockets and features for organization.
Perhaps it is time for a new laptop case? For maximum laptop protection and minimal environmental impact, consider the new act2 GreenSmart laptop jackets by Shoreline, made of 100% post consumer water and soda bottles and additional recycled postindustrial material. Each bag even comes with a label letting you know how many recycled bottles went into your case.
If you are the ultimate road warrior in need of a serious luggage upgrade, now is the perfect time to go Tumi. Tumi is celebrating the release of their Alpha collection with offer for consumers AND the environment. It’s called “Go Green, Get Green,” because with each single Tumi single item ($495 or more) purchase, you will receive a $100 gift card for your next Tumi bag, while helping Tumi plant 100,000 trees through the Global ReLeaf project.
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Caribee - Backpacks & Messenger Bags
By Nick | May 7, 2008
There’s a new brand on the site, straight outta Australia. Caribee makes a wide variety of some of the coolest looking backpacks and sport bags I’ve seen. Caribee is Australia’s leading and largest manufacturer of outdoor and urban gear, and has been making packs and bags since 1982. 
Caribee prides itself on a creative product design with practical and user friendly features, and with an Australian/International twist. Another thing I like about these products, are the prices. They have it written right into their mission statement….innovative designs at realistic prices.
These bags have just recently been introduced to the U.S. market, and thus far, we’ve had some really good feedback. Check out these quality bags for yourself.
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Travel Questions? Check the TSA….blog
By Nick | April 1, 2008
Working at Luggage Pros over the last few years, I’ve heard first hand how many questions people have regarding the ever-changing rules and regulations associated with travel. Now there’s a great place to go to. In addition to the main Transportation Security Administration website, travelers now have the TSA blog as another great source of travel information. I think this is a great way for the TSA to put more of a personal, friendly, “we’re here to help you” spin on their duties to, “protect the nation’s transportation systems so you and your family can travel safely.”
This blog lets you hear from TSA employees about new policies, and hear what other people have to say about them. Commenting on the posts gives you the ability to address concerns, issues, frustrations, as well as ask questions about them.
A few personal highlights from the TSA blog include:
“Gripes and Grins” - They’re encouraging you to post about your experiences (positive AND negative) with the TSA.
“Liquid carry on regulations” - This covers some important questions on why they have the rules they have. And they even have a video showing how much damage a liquid explosive could cause. Should give travelers a good idea as to why the rules are in place.
As you can see by many of the readers comments, some of these posts may not cover the exact topics you’re interested in, or go into enough detail to answer all your questions. However, it is a step in the right direction. If you don’t see an answer to your question….post a comment and tell them. With the new blog format, they’re here to interact with and help you.
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