Travel Goods Exhibitors Continue to Outdo ByThemselves Kathy Witt t doesn’t seem possible that num handle with push lock button and Whimsical Betsey Johnson prints travel goods and gear can fabric lining with dual packing com- bring a vacation-ready vibe to this be continually upgraded, partments and tie-down tape. MSRP: Betsey Johnson suitcase from 24-7 improved, refined, enhanced. $175-$250 International, a tough hardside with dual compartments and expandability Yet, every year, this is exactly feature for easy packing. BETSEY has Iwhat travel goods manufactur- spinner wheels and a 3-stage push-but- ers do. A strap option added here; ton locking handle to enhance mobil- another layer of cushy-comfort ity. Case sizes range from 21” to 30”. added there. Accessories resized to MSRP: $200-$300 accommodate the ever-changing dimensions of smartphones; gear Big Skinny Wallets Booth 1043 customized with compartmentalized Designed specifically to fit the latest storage spaces. taller smartphones and regular full-size A hardside boasting a hinged point-and-shoot cameras, Big Skinny’s front pocket. A cup that works with Expedition Crossbody Bag also swallows gravity to prevent liquid sloshing up passports, smaller purses, check- over the side. Bags showcasing books, accessories and all the change such arresting colors and patterns fit to carry. It flexes to accommodate they are instantly elevated to mobile Continued on page 52 art exhibits. Goods with hidden Sturdy and stylish pair perfectly in pockets to augment safety. Gadgets BCBGMAXAZRIA’s BCBGeneration case. that free up hands to maximize con- venience. An extra or reimagined Betsey Johnson – 24-7 International something is how these exhibitors Booth 953 keep it fresh and real. Splashy on the outside, Here is a preview of some of fully lined on the inside – it’s BETSEY from Betsy these new products that you will Johnson. find at The 2019 Travel Goods Show, March 26-28 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. BCBGeneration – 24-7 International Booth 953 Travel to your favorite destination with BCBGMAXAZRIA’s BCBGeneration from 24-7 International by your side. Durable and fashionable construc- tion combines with the distinctive BCBGeneration embossing in hardside cases (21”, 28”) featuring top handle Keep your stuff protected and close at hand and zipper closure, retractable alumi- with Big Skinny’s Expedition Crossbody Bag. PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF THE EXHIBITOR Travel Goods SHOWCASE Spring 2019 51 Continued from page 51 eler and backpacker, the Classic Pro is venience of air, the Go Travel Hybrid whatever you pack yet manages to stay also available in 32L size. MSRP: $150 Pillow from Design Go effortlessly sleek due to its super-thin nylon-micro- blends a luxurious memory foam top fiber nature. And it’s light enough that, with a handy inflatable base that packs even filled, it treks easily through the down to a quarter of its original size to mountains of Europe and sails smoothly fit in your hand. Benefitting from an through the oceans of the South Pacific. extra-deep layer of premium memory MSRP: $55 foam for maximum comfort, the pillow molds instantly to a user’s natural con- Briggs & Riley tours for a more personalized fit. The Booth 922 inflatable base provides an immediate Coming September 2019 is Briggs & support boost and comfort level for an Riley’s newest generation of Torq. The improved seated-sleep position. MSRP: Torq International Carry-on Spinner $24.95 has the versatility of a traditional suit- case, and is the world’s only hardside carry-on that features a true hardside hinged front pocket. Loaded with com- CabinZero’s Classic Pro 42L partments and features to keep accesso- features roomy and ries eminently accessible, it can fit a 15” thoughtfully considered laptop, 10” tablet, files and more. The organization. TSA-friendly Control Panel™ secure- ly locks and protects belongings both Cabrelli Group in the main compartment and front Booth 300 pocket. It comes in granite, hunter and Cabrelli introduces the CharlieBravo Packing down to palm size, stealth. MSRP: $499 Collection of Flower Print accessory the Go Travel Hybrid Pillow bags in satin nylon, each featuring from Design Go fits easily in a lush pink rose pattern that pops any carry-on. against a jet black background. Pieces include the Top Zip Crossover with two Gabbiano Luggage front zip pockets and adjustable strap Booth 1511 (MSRP: $18); Belt Bag with zipped Cases in the Macan Collection 3-Piece main compartment and front zip pocket Hardside Spinner Luggage Set provide and adjustable strap ($20); Top Zip a sleek, monochromatic exterior and Tote with front zip pocket ($25); and premium features, like a built-in Add- Backpack with large front zip pocket A-Bag strap and TSA-accepted locks on ($30). each piece. Double 360° spinner wheels Continued on page 54 Gabbiano’s Macan Collection includes Briggs & Riley’s Torq Carry-on is expertly three nested engineered with rugged resilience. suitcases. CabinZero Booth 1315 The Classic Pro 42L takes the existing Classic Bag to a new level with added features, including hide-away straps, trolley slip, thicker padding on the back and straps, sternum strap, a bottle/ umbrella pocket, and waist straps – all in a refined, modern design that also Style your wardrobe beautiful with Cabrelli’s features a laptop and organization com- CharlieBravo Collection in black/rose. partment. Available in four colors, each bag comes with an integrated lost and Design Go found tag and carries a 10-year warran- Booths 1000, 1005 ty that can be upgraded to 25 years free Combining the unparalleled comfort of of charge. Perfect for the serious trav- memory foam with the ultimate con- PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF THE EXHIBITOR 52 Spring 2019 Travel Goods SHOWCASE Continued from page 52 tion that holds up to a 15.6” laptop filter. Cruise through TSA checkpoints, and a telescoping handle make navigat- as well as a fleece-lined pocket for then expand and fill the bottle; the car- ing crowded airports and train stations a smartphone. A large zip opening bon filter will remove taste and odors a breeze. The expandable zipper allows makes for easy access to items while from any municipal water source, pro- for up to 25% more room in an already a reinforced base helps hold heavier viding fresh tasting water. The 18-oz spacious interior. MSRP: $690 items. It is lightweight and ergonomic, model won the 2019 Gourmet Gold and features a padded mesh back panel Housewares Award in the Thermal Halina – HONTUS Milano Group as well as mesh water bottle pockets. Drinkware Category based on its inno- Booth 344 MSRP: $98 vation, user-friendliness and visual The HALINA Bee Sturgis Collection is appeal. MSRP: $39.95 designed in the USA and inspired by Heys Luggage the unique Colorado landscape. Bright Booths 800, 900 and playful designs and bold and mod- Translucent is a fun and futuristic 3-piece ern colors, like Serengeti Reflections spinner luggage collection (21”, 26”, 30”) (shown), combine to bring travelers that’s as stylish as it is functional. Made chic style in a durable and lightweight from a durable yet lightweight translu- case. Features include Glide-Tech single cent 100% polycarbonate, this unique wheel multidirectional set will turn heads with its shimmer- 360° system, an ergo- ing see-through qualities and stylishly nomic gel grip handle accented color-matching found in all and a flex pack design of its trims. Fully featured with 4, 360° that expands 2” to add dual spinner wheels, a flush-mounted 25% more packing TSA-accepted combination lock, inter- space. MSRP: $360/24” nal trolley handle of lightweight alumi- num and 20% zipper-released expand- HYDAWAY brings travelers a collapsible and Halina from ability, its interior is fully lined and fea- free-standing water bottle with Integrated HONTUS Milano tures 50/50 storage with unique buckled Water Filter. Group is made compression straps on each side. It is with love and covered by the Heys’ Worldwide 10-Year J World Sports crafted Executive Class Warranty. MSRP: Booth 500 using artist $299.99/$339.99/$379.99/$1,019.99– With its TWISE Collection, featuring collaborations 3-pc set the Side-Kick Rolling Backpack and from all over Lunch Box, J World has created a the world. menagerie of adorable animal-themed bags. Giraffe, Penguin, Pup, Dino and Rabbit are irresistible with colorful and engaging exteriors and organizing inte- riors. Designed to fit under the airplane Hedgren seat or inside the overhead compart- Booth 400 Continued on page 56 Rugged and sleek, Hedgren’s Midway Backpack offers a spacious interior and innovative design. It has a laptop compartment with extra mesh protec- J World’s appealing Side-Kick bags from its Heys’ Translucent arrives in four on-trend TWISE Collection are durable colors and will be available in July 2019. in 600D polyester. HYDAWAY Booth 213 HYDAWAY debuts a first-of-its-kind Hedgren’s with its Collapsible Hydration Bottle Midway with Integrated Water Filter. Available Backpack in 18- and 25-oz sizes and nine vibrant colors, these unique, patented water bottles collapse down to just an inch and a half, which includes the built-in PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF THE EXHIBITOR 54 Spring 2019 Travel Goods SHOWCASE Continued from page 54 with shiny nickel hardware and teal lin- lock closure, is twice as nice as the ment, the backpacks have an air mesh ing for the smaller organizer. Both cases usual backpack. Pebble grain leather in cushioned back, soft and noiseless are trimmed in leather. MSRP: $79/$99 brown or black, this overachieving pro wheels and recessed three-stage locking offers a front asymmetric pocket with handle with push button and padded two side pockets and secured hidden grip.