Travel Product Reviews

Gearing up for your next big adventure? My travel product reviews are aimed to guide you to the products that will maximize your travel enjoyment. From the latest luggage and travel accessories to WiFi hotspots and more, I provide first hand user reviews you can trust.

  • Travel Tuesday: Allbirds Weatherproof Hightops – How They Compare to Mizzles

    Travel Tuesday: Allbirds Weatherproof Hightops – How They Compare to Mizzles

    As I’ve mentioned more than a few times before, after purchasing a pair of water-resistant Allbirds Runner-Up Mizzles a few years back, they quickly became my go-to travel shoe. That’s because they’re not only comfortable but also help protect my feet from wet weather while on the road (there are few things I hate more…

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  • Travel Tuesday: The Club ATL Grab & Go Pantry Lounge Review

    Travel Tuesday: The Club ATL Grab & Go Pantry Lounge Review

    Last week, I set off for San Francisco from my home in Springfield, Missouri. But, since I was flying Delta, I of course needed to make a stop in Atlanta before my flight back in the correct direction. Over the years, I’ve spent plenty of time at ATL, so when something new pops up, I…

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  • Travel Tuesday: Anker MagGo UFO 3-in-1 Charger Review – Travel With Fewer Cables

    Travel Tuesday: Anker MagGo UFO 3-in-1 Charger Review – Travel With Fewer Cables

    Updated on May 5, 2026 To me, one of the most annoying parts of traveling in 2026 is ensuring that I pack chargers for all of the various devices I plan on bringing with me. That’s why, in the past, I’ve been a fan of Rolling Square’s InCharge multi-purpose cables that have built-in adapters. But,…

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  • Allegiant Extra Review – Worth the Upgrade?

    Allegiant Extra Review – Worth the Upgrade?

    Updated on April 1, 2026 Right before the pandemic, I was booking an Allegiant flight to Las Vegas and saw an option for Allegiant Extra. This upgrade included extra legroom, priority boarding, and other perks. Naturally, as something of an Allegiant connoisseur, I had to try it. Of course, as you can imagine, that trip…

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  • Aeropress Go Travel Coffee Press Review – The Best Option?

    Aeropress Go Travel Coffee Press Review – The Best Option?

    Updated on March 23, 2026 When my wife and I are traveling and working, one of the biggest considerations is how we’re going to get our morning coffee. It’s not even like we’re big caffeine addicts or need our java to function, but coffee has become something we look forward to enjoying every morning as…

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  • Moderne Gentleman vs. Halfday – Comparing the Garment Duffles

    Moderne Gentleman vs. Halfday – Comparing the Garment Duffles

    Updated on February 12, 2026 Note: The Moderne Gentleman bag featured here has been discontinued. However, this article has been updated with details about Halfday throughout and continues to compare it to the Moderne Gentleman Travel Duffle as it was. A while back, I shared a look at the Moderne Gentleman Travel Duffle. As you…

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  • Allbirds Wool Runner-Up Mizzles Review – My Go-To Travel Shoes

    Allbirds Wool Runner-Up Mizzles Review – My Go-To Travel Shoes

    a pair of Wool Runner-Up Mizzles

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  • Quikflip Hero Hoodie Review — A Clever Piece of Travel Apparel?

    Quikflip Hero Hoodie Review — A Clever Piece of Travel Apparel?

    Updated on February 19, 2026 When packing for a trip, there are a few things I can’t leave home without. At the top of the list (among the numerous chargers and cables I need for my various devices these days) is a comfortable hoodie. Not only is this a must while flying or driving, but…

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  • 2026 Solis Pro 5G Mobile Hotspot Review

    2026 Solis Pro 5G Mobile Hotspot Review

    Updated on February 11, 2026 For years, I’ve been a regular user of Solis mobile hotspots and have used them for several international trips (and some domestic). Of course, as the years have gone by, my Solis 1 device has grown a bit old. While it still works just fine, it has been discontinued and…

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  • Travel Tuesday: Comfrt Airplane Mode Travel Zip Hoodie Review

    Travel Tuesday: Comfrt Airplane Mode Travel Zip Hoodie Review

    I’ve previously gone on record as saying that I end up finding a number of interesting products via Instagram ads. And today’s item is no different. Just last month, I was served an ad for a hoodie from Comfrt that boasted some intriguing features. So, since I had a couple of upcoming trips at the…

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  • AAA Review: Is AAA Worth It in 2026?

    AAA Review: Is AAA Worth It in 2026?

    Updated on February 9, 2026 When I turned 16 years old and got my driver’s license, one of the gifts my father gave me was a AAA (American Automobile Association) membership. In 2013, following a short lapse in membership, my wife and I decided that our road-tripping ways would make having AAA a smart idea.…

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  • Everything You Need to Know About Flying Allegiant Air in 2026

    Everything You Need to Know About Flying Allegiant Air in 2026

    Updated on February 3, 2026 When my wife and I moved to Springfield, Missouri more than a decade ago, one of the selling points (or at least what kept it in the running) was that there was a nearby airport that served a decent number of destinations. Unfortunately, while it is convenient, flying out of…

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