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: Solis Tag Mobile Hotspot Review – What Makes It Different

    Travel Tuesday: Solis Tag Mobile Hotspot Review – What Makes It Different

    Many years ago now, I purchased a WiFi hotspot device then known as the Skyroam Solis. Then, a couple of years ago, I decided to upgrade to the Solis Pro 5G. Yet, when I learned that the company was releasing a new device called the Tag back in February, I decided to pick up yet…

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  • Travel Tuesday: July Capsule Carry On Pro Luggage Review

    Travel Tuesday: July Capsule Carry On Pro Luggage Review

    I’ve never been a big fan of hardshell luggage. Even as I’ve seen them become the preferred option among travelers that I see in the airport, not that I’m keeping a strict count, I never really understood them. Mainly, my issue is that the typical clamshell design that splits the bag into two equal parts…

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  • Travel Tuesday: Fitnexa SomniPods 3 Review

    Travel Tuesday: Fitnexa SomniPods 3 Review

    A few years ago, I did something kind of crazy: I spent $250 on sleep earbuds that essentially just play white noise. This purchase was mostly fueled by a desire to sleep through thunder-filled, Midwest nights — but I quickly found that the Bose Sleepbuds I purchased were perfect for travel and have been on…

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  • 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: Poppin ATL Grab & Go Lounge Review

    Travel Tuesday: Poppin ATL Grab & Go 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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