Category Archives: Travel

Ultimate Journeys for Two: Extraordinary Destinations on Every Continent

Title: Ultimate Journeys for Two: Extraordinary Destinations on Every Continent
Author: Mike Howard
Publisher: National Geographic
Format: Paperback
Pages: 272

Written by the founders of HoneyTrek.com, this inspiring book reveals hidden-gem destinations and insider tips for unforgettable couples travel.

In these informative pages, Mike and Anne Howard—officially the World's Longest Honeymooners and founders of the acclaimed travel blog HoneyTrek—whisk you away to journeys of a lifetime. Drawing on their experience traveling together across seven continents, they curate the globe and offer tested-and-approved recommendations for intrepid couples, bringing culture, adventure, and romance to any couple--no matter their age or budget.

This is the perfect book for those who travel in pairs and has a decent travel budget and lots of time.

Consumer Electronics, Home Office, Travel

Surface 2 Tablet

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The 10” tablet that comes with Office.

At just under 1.5lbs, and pre-loaded with Office 2013 RT,1 Surface 2 lets you carry less while you do more. Also available with AT&T 4G LTE.2

Editor’s Notes: This is a good tablet for the price (about $499 on Amazon). Some comments reported on Amazon are that its amazing, works as advertised, simple, functional, outstanding all that it does for the price.

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Editor's Pick, Sports and Outdoors, Travel

Garmin Forerunner 220 – Black/Red Bundle

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GPS running watch with high-resolution color display
Tracks distance, pace and heart rate¹
Identifies personal records
Connected features²: automatic uploads to Garmin Connect, live tracking, social media sharing
Compatible with free training plans from Garmin Connect

Editor’s Notes: This is a good watch for the price (about $299 on Amazon). Some negative comments reported on Amazon are that Garmin Connect does not work with OS 10.6 or earlier. Many didn’t like the manual and says that the manual needed a manual.

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Travel

Garmin Nüvi 52LM 5"Portable GPS

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Essential Series Navigation for Your Car

5.0″ display
Maps of the lower 49 states, plus lifetime map¹ updates
Lane assist with junction view
Displays speed limit and accurate arrival time
Easily find addresses and millions of points of interest
Spoken turn-by-turn directions

Editor’s Notes: This is a good portable GPS for the price (about $99 on Amazon). Some negative comments reported on Amazon are that it does not come with a manual. Some do not like that on this unit you don’t have option to take the POI (Point of Interest) arrow off the scene. However, everyone seems grateful that the have simplified updating the maps.

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Computer, Travel

BOSS Audio BV12.1 Boss Audio

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Single DIN Mounting
Resolution: 800 x 480 Pixels
RDS (Radio Data System),Rear View Camera Input
USB And SD Memory Card Ports
What’s in the box:User manual, Warranty card, Wiring harness with ISO connector and ISO cables, Wireless Remote Control, BV9968BI Receiver itself with IPod cable attached, detachable front panel in carrying case

Editor’s Notes: This is a good radio for the price (about $150 on Amazon). Some negative comments reported on Amazon are that the screen is fragile and needs to be pampered so that it will not stop working. Others love the simplicity of the design. That installation and programming were made simple. Compared to its competitors, this head unit gives the most bang for the buck.

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Computer, Home Office, Travel

Panasonic RPHT480CK Headphones

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Dynamic, lightweight Monitor Headphones
Deep, natural bass and beat with large 50mm diameter drivers
Integrated inline remote and mic controller for iPod/iPhone/iPad
Maximum comfort with wide-padded headband and earpads
Flat-fold design for easy portability
Stylish carrying pouch
Single-sided flat cord
Cool choice of colors: glossy black, silver and white

Editor’s Notes: This is a good set of headphones for the price (about $55 on Amazon). Some negative comments reported on Amazon are that they can be confining after extended wear. Also that while the bass is great there is sometimes a muffled sound to the lyrics. This product is highly praised for its durability also.

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New Stuff for Kids, Travel

Britax 2 Pack EZ-Cling Sun Shades

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Product Features

Unique cling design with a lightweight, reinforced frame simplifies application and repositioning

UPF 30+ sun protection blocks UV sun rays

Mesh screen reduces sun glare and keeps your child cool while maintaining driver visibility

19 x 12 in (48 x 30.5 cm) size for an optimal fit on most vehicle rear-side windows

Easily stores away to reuse again and again

Two (2) Shades Included

Keep your child cool and shield them from UV rays and sun glare with the BRITAX EZ-Cling Window Shades (2 pack). The unique cling design with a lightweight, reinforced frame makes application and repositioning a breeze. The BRITAX EZ-Cling Window Shade safely clings to the vehicle window with a UPF 30+ sun protection. The additional mesh screen provides shade to keep your child cool while maintaining driver visibility. Use the wire frame to easily remove the BRITAX EZ-Cling Window Shade and store it away to reuse again and again. The 19 x 12 in (48 x 30.5 cm) size is designed for an optimal fit to most vehicle rear-side windows.
Product Features:
Unique cling design with a lightweight, reinforced frame simplifies application and re-positioning
UPF 30+ sun protection blocks UV sun rays
Mesh screen reduces sun glare and keeps your child cool while maintaining driver visibility
19 x 12 in (48 x 30.5 cm) size for an optimal fit on most vehicle rear-side windows
Easily stores away to reuse again and again
Two (2) Shades Included
Editor’s Notes:

These are good baby shades for the price (about $9.50 on Amazon). The positive comments are people love the ease with which they can be adjusted and moved and there are no suction cups to worry with unlike most others.

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New Stuff for Kids, Sports and Outdoors, Travel

Revolution SE Single Stroller

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Swiveling front wheel allows for superior maneuverability, locks forward for increased stability jogging or when the terrain turns tough
Easy, two-step folding, lightweight frame for convenient transport and storage
State-of-the-art, adjustable suspension system provides an exceptionally smooth ride
Accessory adapter allows for quick and easy attachment of BOB Infant car seat adapter or snack tray
Ultra-padded, adjustable reclining seat for enhanced seating comfort, five-point padded harness keeps your child comfortably secure

Editor’s Notes: This is a good baby stroller for the price (about $349 on Amazon). Some negative comments reported on Amazon are that the seat does not recline easily. That for this price it should have had a one handed adjustable hand bar.
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