Travelpro Introduces Maxlite 2 Collection
September 8, 2011 by Karen Amin · 1 Comment
We are pleased to introduce the next generation of Rollaboards and Spinners, the Maxlite 2 Collection. This new collection offers lightweight durability, functionality and affordability for the frequent business and leisure traveler.
“With the new Maxlite 2 collection, we are able to offer a line of luggage that is durable enough for the frequent flier as well as lightweight and affordable for the leisure traveler,” said Scott Applebee, Vice President of Marketing for Travelpro. “We also wanted to provide travelers the option to choose between 4-wheel spinner models or 2-wheel Rollaboards, to make their traveling experience easier.”
Maxlite 2 20" Expanadable Rollaboard
The Maxlite 2 collection includes a wide array of innovative features that ease the hassles of travel. The lightweight Rollaboard models in the collection expand 1.5″ maximizing space and packing flexibility. The 4-wheel Spinner system provides a smooth glide with 360 degree maneuverability, making it easy to navigate through airport check-in lines. Its rugged polyester fabric is stain and abrasion resistant and the inline skate wheels ensure easy rolling and long lasting service. The smooth-action and strong telescoping handle system has two extension stops at 38″ and 41″ to meet the ergonomic needs of travelers of various heights. Maxlite 2 features a built-in ticket pocket within the front pocket to provide quick access to a wallet, a passport, keys or boarding passes.
The 11 piece collection includes the following options:
- Duffel Bag
- Garment Sleeve
- Rolling Tote
- 20″ Expandable Rollaboard
- 22″ Expandable Rollaboard
- 25″ Expandable Rollaboard
- 28″ Expandable Rollaboard
- 20″ Expandable Spinner
- 25″ Expandable Spinner
- 29″ Expandable Spinner
- Rolling Duffel
The Maxlite 2 collection is available in Ocean Blue and Black.
Travelpro’s Lifetime Warranty guarantees that the luggage is free from defects in materials and workmanship.
About Travelpro For over two decades, Travelpro International has prided itself on design innovation and durability in crafting the highest quality luggage for travellers worldwide.
Since transforming the ease of modern day travel with The Original Rollaboard wheeled luggage, Travelpro has been the brand of choice for flight crews and frequent travelers worldwide. Travelpro is dedicated to building a lifelong relationship with its customers by consistently understanding and exceeding their needs. The company offers a variety of innovative, high-quality luggage collections and computer briefs; each aimed at a specific user lifestyle and rigorously tested. Travelpro was the winner of the 2009 and 2010 Leading Edge Award from Executive Travel Magazine for “The Best Carry-on Case.”
Please visit Travelpro.com for a complete list of the latest products and retail locations. You can also follow us on Facebook and on Twitter at @TravelproIntl.
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Atlantic Luggage Compass 2 Spinners [PRESS RELEASE]
August 16, 2011 by Scott Applebee · Leave a Comment
The Only Way to Roll -Lightweight luggage with 360 Degree Maneuverability
(BOCA RATON, FL, June 22, 2011)——Atlantic brand luggage, part of the Travelpro family of brands and a market leader in the affordable, lightweight luggage segment since 1919, is pleased to introduce its new line of 4-wheel Spinners, the Compass 2 Collection. This is the most versatile collection to date, crafted for stress-free travel. Compass 2 appeals to a broad range of leisure and business travelers who seek affordability, quality, and style in their travel luggage.
“We’ve developed the Compass 2 Spinners luggage collection to help make travel easier and more affordable, said Scott Applebee, Vice President of Marketing for Travelpro, Atlantic Luggage, and Austin House. “It has a unique 4-wheel spinner system with extra large rear wheels for effortless maneuverability in tight spaces and the 21” Expandable Carry-On Spinner is only 8 pounds, making it one of the lightest of its kind.”
This lightweight luggage collection is packed with a wide array of features that makes travel easier. Tested for high-mileage travel, Compass’ 2 high quality and durable spinner wheels can roll in multiple directions for maximum mobility through busy airports. A removable garment sleeve comes standard on uprights to help prevent wrinkling of shirts, blouses and pants. Adjustable tie-down straps keep clothes in place and contents secure when the bag is in use.
This intelligently designed luggage collection also features a rugged honeycomb frame and EVA foam construction for lightweight durability. Skid guards, wheel housings and corner guards protect the luggage against potential damage during travel. Additionally, Compass 2 is designed with a fashion forward look that includes silver trim accents, satin zipper pulls and a curved handle grip.
The spacious main compartment expands an additional 2.5”, maximizing space and flexibility for packing. Convenient front pockets provide storage for newspapers, magazines, paperwork, coats and sweaters as well as easy access to last minute items.
The Compass 2 Spinners collection is available in black and cranberry colors. The collection includes the following models: Shoulder Tote, Wheeled Carry-On Tote, 21” Expandable Carry-On Spinner, 25” Expandable Spinner and 29” Expandable Spinner. The Compass 2 Spinner line carries a 10-Year warranty, covering defects in materials and workmanship.
About Atlantic Luggage
Since 1919, the Atlantic Luggage brand has been synonymous with affordable, value-added and lightweight luggage. As a market leader in the lightweight luggage segment, including neatly designed uprights and spinners to trendy and smart garment bags and totes, all Atlantic branded luggage is of superior quality and durability. Whether for business or pleasure, travel is easier with Atlantic luggage, now part of the Travelpro family of brands.
Please visit Atlantic Luggage for a full list of the latest products and retail locations.
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How To Pack For An Island Vacation
July 26, 2011 by Scott Applebee · Leave a Comment
You’re about to embark on a dream vacation to a tropical island paradise to spend time with your toes in the sand, a drink in your hand, and nary a thought in your head. Who the heck wants to worry about trip planning?
You should. The more you plan before departure, the less you have to think about upon arrival.
Image by Tom BKK via Flickr
As always, the best approach for headache-free travel is fitting all your essentials into one Travelpro® Rollaboard® that you carry on your plane. In doing so, you avoid the hassles of checking and retrieving luggage, paying excess and over-sized baggage fees, and dragging multiple bags through security checkpoints.
Here are some proven tips for one-bag island travel:
- Pack casual, lightweight clothing. But, be sure to check whether your resort has restaurants that require you to “dress for dinner.” If so, you’ll need to take along something more formal than shorts and T-shirts. Be sure to select neutral colors so your outfits are easier to match.
- Pack using the “bundle” method. Wrap clothes around large objects (such as bags of toiletries or pairs of shoes), rather than folding or rolling clothes. In most cases, the bundle method saves the most space and also prevents wrinkling.
- On long trips and extended stays, take only the essentials with you on the plane and ship everything else to your final destination.
- Limit yourself to two pairs of shoes, or, at most, two pairs of shoes and one pair of sandals or flip-flops. Remember, you’re going to already be wearing one pair of shoes.
- Buy small-sized toiletries or transfer liquid contents like shampoo into miniature travel bottles. And, don’t forget plenty of sunscreen and skin moisturizers. Or, buy your sunscreen at your destination.
- Minimize the number of items that require electricity, as converters can be costly and space-consuming. Like shaving – do it by hand.
If you plan to scuba dive, take a guided tour or engage in other “for hire” activities, you may want to invest in a packaged tour to ensure your satisfaction and safety.
We’ve all heard horror stories of unwitting tourists being robbed or assaulted when they wondered into the wrong neighborhood or were lead astray by a con artist posing as a “guide.” It’s always best to research which areas to avoid in your destination, and to only deal with reputable, sanctioned vendors.
So, be sure to do the necessary pre-planning for your tropical getaway. There will be plenty of time for blissful idleness once you reach the island.
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Heavy Packing Made Easier with Large, Lightweight Luggage
June 16, 2011 by Scott Applebee · Leave a Comment
Carrying a large load? If you’re off on a longer trip and plan to pack a lot of stuff, consider the ‘Big Three’ of modern large luggage. Unlike the old days of heavyweight trunks and military-style duffels, today’s bigger bags are super lightweight and roll on wheels, just like their smaller carry-on cousins. Traveling with a full load has never been easier.
Travelpro 26" Wheeled Upright
The Wheeled Upright
This is the most popular luggage style available today. Mid-sized wheeled uprights range from 23 inches to 26 inches and are ideal for weeklong trips. Those ranging from 27 inches to 30 inches are referred to as large wheeled uprights, perfect for packing bulky clothes. Anything over 30 inches has the potential of being charged by air carriers for being oversized. While most large uprights come with 2 wheels, spinner luggage features a 4-wheeled (or even 8-wheeled) rolling system. An excellent choice for anyone with back or mobility issues, spinners allow you to roll the bag in any direction without tilting the luggage to roll it. You can push, pull or glide bags sideways, a real convenience in crowded check-in and security lines.
The Rolling Duffel
Great for casual travel, the rolling duffel is shaped like a barrel, typically soft and available in 22, 26, 28, 30, 32 and 42-inch sizes. No longer are quality duffels designed as a long plain bag, however. Some brands include 2-inch expansions at each end for up to 20 percent more packaging space. Plus they can feature multiple exterior pockets, water bottle holders and even specially lined pockets to store cold drinks and warm food. Another innovation is the drop-bottom, which incorporates a zippered panel to create two packing spaces or one large compartment. Suffice to say; today’s duffel has come a long way in terms of maneuverability, style and functionality.
The Garment Bag
This bag is a must-have for every traveler who wants to keep their suits, dresses, and fancy outfits wrinkle free. Rolling or non-rolling, bi-fold or tri-fold, today’s garment bag comes with multiple exterior and interior pockets for organizing clothes, toiletries and electronics paraphernalia. While this bag is designed to hold typically 6 to 8 garments, smaller versions – known as suiter systems – are integrated into larger upright luggage. Removable suiters and full garment bags alike easily hang up in closets and often include storage for shoes and accessories.
A good tip to avoid oversize luggage fees: Always call your airline in advance on both size and weight restrictions before you go to the airport. Luggage restrictions vary by airline. Standard size restriction for checked baggage is 62 linear inches/157 centimeters (total length + width + height).
Innovation in both larger and smaller wheeled luggage is the hallmark of Travelpro, known worldwide as the Original Rollaboard®. Visit the Travelpro website to view Travelpro’s many lightweight, durable collections.
Travelpro® Introduces New Walkabout® Lite 4 Collection -Lightweight, Durable Luggage that Goes the Distance- [PRESS RELEASE]
June 1, 2011 by Scott Applebee · Leave a Comment
(May 17, 2011) Boca Raton, FL – Travelpro® the inventor of Rollaboard® luggage and leader in innovative, high-quality luggage design is pleased to introduce the next generation of the highly successful WalkAbout® collection, Walkabout® Lite 4. This new collection offers the ideal combination of lightweight durability, functionality and affordability for the frequent business and leisure traveler.
Walkabout Lite 4 22" Expandable Rollaboard Suiter
“We’ve developed the Walkabout Lite 4 collection to provide an exceptional value to frequent travellers, allowing them to choose between 4-wheel spinner models or 2-wheel Rollaboards. Now, consumers can get exactly what they want all in one line, making it easier to match aesthetics and functionality when they shop for additional items,” said Scott Applebee, Vice President of Marketing for Travelpro.
The Walkabout Lite 4 collection includes a wide array of innovative features that ease the hassles of travel. The lightweight 22” Rollaboard®, less than 8.5 pounds, can be expanded on demand to gain up to 35% more packing capacity. It is perfect for business or leisure trips when you want to avoid check-in and have everything you need. Its versatile 3-in-1 Suitfolder and Packing Board System is the perfect organizer and keeps clothing wrinkle-free when packed. In addition to its features that simplify the packing process, the Walkabout Lite 4 was built for the long haul. Its durable, nylon fabric is stain and abrasion resistant and the sealed ball-bearing inline skate wheels ensure easy rolling and long lasting service. The smooth-action and strong telescoping handle system has two extension stops at 38” and 43” to meet the ergonomic needs of travelers of various heights. Walkabout® Lite 4’s large front pocket offers ample storage room for jackets, newspapers, paperwork, and other last minute items.
The Walkabout® Lite 4 collection is available in stylish black and dark blue fabric colors. The entire line includes the following options: Deluxe Tote, Rolling Computer Tote, 20” Expandable Business Plus Rollaboard, 20” Expandable Wide Body Spinner with Suiter, 22” Expandable Rollaboard Suiter, 24” Expandable Rollaboard Suiter, 25” Expandable Spinner Upright with Suiter 26” Expandable Rollaboard Suiter, 28″ Expandable Rollaboard Suiter, 29” Expandable Spinner Upright with Suiter and Carry-On Rolling Garment Bag. A Limited Lifetime Warranty extended by Travelpro guarantees that the luggage is free from defects in materials and workmanship. Walkabout® Lite 4 collection is available in Blue and Black.
About Travelpro
For over two decades, Travelpro International has prided itself on design innovation and durability in crafting the highest quality luggage for travellers worldwide.
Since transforming the ease of modern day travel with The Original Rollaboard® wheeled luggage, Travelpro® has been the brand of choice for flight crews and frequent travelers worldwide. Travelpro is dedicated to building a lifelong relationship with its customers by consistently understanding and exceeding their needs. The company offers a variety of innovative, high-quality luggage collections and computer briefs; each aimed at a specific user lifestyle and rigorously tested. Travelpro was the winner of the 2009 and 2010 Leading Edge Award from Executive Travel Magazine for “The Best Carry-on Case.”
Please visit Travelpro for a complete list of the latest products and retail locations. You can also find us on Facebook at and Twitter at .
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Travelpro Announces Its New WalkAbout® Lite 4 Line of Rollaboard® and Spinner Luggage
June 1, 2011 by Scott Applebee · Leave a Comment
We’re very proud to announce the launch of the new WalkAbout® Lite 4 collection of Spinners, Rollaboards, Totes and rolling carry-on luggage. Our design and development teams have worked very hard to come up with the latest improvements in design and materials, in order to provide lightweight durable luggage at an affordable price.
The WalkAbout Lite 4 collection is extremely durable with a lightweight, strong honeycomb framing system and EVA foam. In fact, the 22-inch Expandable Rollaboard® Suiter weighs less than 8.5 pounds. The extension handle is made with airline grade aluminum tubes for added strength and stability. It has two stops at 38” and 43” to ensure a comfortable roll for users of different heights.
Walkabout Lite 4 22" Expandable Rollaboard Suiter
The 20-inch Business Plus Rollaboard® includes a padded laptop sleeve and business organizer. It’s ideal for the business traveler who only wants to carry-on one bag, eliminating the need to bring a separate briefcase.
Our 360 degree, dual-wheel Spinners roll effortlessly any way you want them to move. Their over-sized rear wheels switch easily from rolling upright beside you to being pulled behind, making it easy to navigate through busy airports.
Our new WalkAbout Lite 4 collection includes:
- Deluxe Tote
- Rolling Tote
- 20” Expandable Business Plus Rollaboard®
- 20” Expandable Wide-Body Spinner Suiter
- 22” Expandable Rollaboard® Suiter
- 24” Expandable Rollaboard® Suiter
- 26” Expandable Rollaboard® Suiter
- 28” Expandable Rollaboard® Suiter
- 25” Expandable Spinner Upright
- 29” Expandable Spinner Upright
- Carry-On Rolling Garment Bag
For more information go to Travelpro.com.
What To Pack When Backpacking Europe
May 26, 2011 by Scott Applebee · 6 Comments
You’ve decided to fulfill a lifelong dream by backpacking Europe. Congratulations on your ambition and sense of adventure. Obviously, such an undertaking requires proper preparation. In the words of renowned European travel expert, Rick Steves, the key to success is “packing light and right.”
Image via Wikipedia. A group of American tourists encounter Rick Steves.
Whether you’re traveling with a backpack or rollaboard luggage, Steves strongly recommends limiting yourself to one bag. By doing so, you eliminate the hassles of checking and retrieving extra luggage, paying excess and oversized baggage fees, and dragging multiple bags through security checkpoints and around the countryside.
So, how do you fit a whole trip’s worth of belongings into one backpack or carry-on? According to Steves, you “bring very little.”
“Don’t pack for the worst case scenario,” writes Steves in his article Packing Light And Right, available at ricksteves.com. “Pack for the best case scenario, and simply buy yourself out of any jams.”
Some valuable tips include:
- Review the Transportation Security Administration’s website for a current list the goods allowed and not allowed in carry-on luggage.
- Don’t pack more clothing than you need and be sure to take neutral colored clothes that mix and match, so you have a variety of outfits. This will reduce the weight of your luggage and avoid overweight bag fees.
- Pack using the “bundle” method. Wrap clothes around large objects (such as bags of toiletries or pairs of shoes), rather than folding or rolling clothes. The bundle method saves the most space and also prevents wrinkling.
- Minimize the number of items that require electricity, as converters can be costly, heavy and space consuming.
- Consider taking these travel accessories available from Austin House: portable laundry lines, travel laundry kits, sewing kits (a limited wardrobe can go a long way when you’re able to regularly wash and maintain it.
- For your safety, don’t dress in a way that would mark you as an affluent tourist. Limiting yourself to one bag also enhances personal security, since con artists prey on people carrying excess luggage.
As Steves points out, you can’t travel heavy, happy and cheap. You have to pick two.
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Ways To Get Through Security Checkpoints Faster
May 24, 2011 by Scott Applebee · 3 Comments
With the increasing popularity of carry-on bags — both due to their convenience and the fees airlines now charge for checked bags — the passenger screening process has become very time consuming.
TSA Checkpoint - Orlando, FL
Therefore, it’s more important than ever to prepare properly. Here are several proven ways to get through security checkpoints quickly:
- Make sure you comply with the TSA’s “3-1-1″ rule, which allows travelers to carry-on one quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag containing 3.4 ounce (100 ml) bottles of the gels and liquids. Simply place the quart-sized bag in the screening bin which airport security X-rays. If you don’t use a 3-1-1 bag to separate your liquids, you risk having security personnel hand-inspect your carry-on which wastes time and could result in some items being confiscated.
- Always use a Travelpro “Checkpoint Friendly” computer case when traveling with a laptop. Instead of having to handle your computer before and after scanning, you simply unzip the back of the case, lay it flat on the conveyer, zip up the case once it’s passed through the scanner, and proceed to your gate. These highly engineered cases feature a padded sleeve compartment which accommodates most 17″ laptops and — though they hold it during the X-ray process — they meet the Transportation Security Administration’s regulations regarding computers not being in direct contact with other objects while being scanned.
- Pack all metal objects (watch, cell phone, loose change, etc.) in your Travelpro rollaboard, which eliminates your need to handle them at the security checkpoint.
- Be sure to pack light, so you minimize the amount of luggage you must pass through security.
- Always wear “slip on” shoes. Nothing slows you down more than having to untie and retie your shoes while being jostled by fellow travelers.
- Survey the gate check lines, and avoid getting behind groups likely to take excessive time getting through the checkpoint (mothers traveling with small children, for example).
- If you’re traveling with children, make sure they’re dressed and packed properly. A few minutes of pre-trip planning can eliminate lengthy checkpoint delays.
Long security lines are undoubtedly here to stay. But by following these simple guidelines, you can reduce your time at airport checkpoints by 25% or more.
Photo credit: mrkathika (Flickr)
How Travelpro Tests Its Luggage
April 26, 2011 by Karen Amin · 4 Comments
We at Travelpro recognize that the purchase of rolling luggage from our Platinum® 7 collection is not something you take lightly. It can be a considerable investment that you want to make sure is sound. That’s why our Platinum 7 “Worry Free” Warranty reads:
The Travelpro® Worry Free Warranty guarantees your Platinum 7 luggage is free from defects in materials and workmanship, and also covers repairs of damage caused by the mishandling of a common carrier for the life of the bag.
Imagine that, a lifetime guarantee that you won’t have to pay for damage caused by airline baggage handlers.
A manufacturer would have to be extremely confident in both the materials used in and testing performed on its Rollaboards in order to offer such a warranty. Whether it’s the Platinum 7 collection or any of our other lines, Travelpro is confident about the durability of its luggage.
We test all materials and components to the highest industry standards. Our ergonomic, telescoping handle system is tested over 15,000 open/close cycles to ensure durability and stability. Travelpro’s removable, sealed, ball-bearing, in-line wheels are tested for 30 miles to ensure rolling smoothness year after year.
All Platinum 7 bags are constructed with 2000 Denier Ballistic nylon fabric that features a stain and abrasion resistant DuraGuard™ coating that is thoroughly tested for water repellency, color fading and seam strength. The Platinum 7 polypropylene honeycomb framing system provides exceptional durability while reducing the overall weight of the bag.
All luggage in the Platinum 7 collection feature self-repairing nylon coil zipper systems that ensure flawless operation and provide consistent closures. The main zipper undergoes a wear resistance test that includes 7,500 open/close cycles. The luggage also includes rubber skid guards, molded wheel housings and corner guards to protect against damage.
In short, Travelpro’s design team focuses on product durability all through the development and testing process. We recognize that any manufacturer can offer a bag that doesn’t weigh much. The challenge is to provide a lightweight bag that stands up to the rigors that a bag goes through in its lifecycle.
Have we succeeded? Could we offer a lifetime warranty on our products if they weren’t extremely durable?
Packing Right For Your Trip
April 5, 2011 by Scott Applebee · Leave a Comment
We at Travelpro understand that packing your luggage can be a great big hassle. Do we have any recommendations for reducing these headaches? Three words: Less is more.
By taking fewer items (and, therefore, fewer bags), you avoid the hassles of checking and retrieving extra luggage, paying excess and oversized baggage fees, and dragging multiple bags through security checkpoints.
It’s always best to first review the Transportation Security Administration’s website for a current list the goods allowed and not allowed in checked and carry-on luggage. There’s nothing more frustrating than having to turn over banned belongings to airport personnel.
The best case scenario for headache-free travel is fitting all your essentials into one Travelpro Rollaboard that you carry on your plane. Here are some travel tips:
- Pack using the “bundle” method. Wrap clothes around large objects (such as bags of toiletries or pairs of shoes), rather than folding or rolling clothes. The bundle method saves a lot of space and also prevents wrinkling.
- On long trips and extended stays, take only the essentials with you on the plane and ship everything else to your final destination.
- Limit yourself to two pairs of shoes, or, at most, two pairs of shoes and one pair of sandals or flip-flops.
- Buy small-sized toiletries or transfer liquid contents like shampoo into miniature travel bottles. Good tip: Save hotel toiletries so you can pack them the next time you travel.
- Select neutral colors so your outfits are easier to match.
- Always carefully consider each piece of clothing in your wardrobe and how important it is, or how frequently you will wear it. Decide if it can be borrowed or bought at your destination.
- If you’re traveling abroad, you’ll need to account for voltage differences in order to avoid damaging any electrical items you do bring. Dual voltage (110/125v) and (220/250v) appliances require an adapter plug, while non-dual voltage items require a converter or transformer. Research the voltage requirements for each country you plan to visit, and buy any adaptors, converters or transformers you need from Austin House (www.austinhouse.com).
You want to reach your destination fresh and ready to enjoy yourself, not stressed and worried about your belongings.
