Cabin Cuddler

February 18, 2008 | Filed Under Travel | 12 Comments

Awhile ago I reviewed the Happy Traveler Family Gear Bag from Family Travel Gear. I was so blown away by the attention to detail in that product that I couldn’t say no when they asked me to review another product for them. This one doesn’t necessarily have anything to do with organizing but it is wonderfully efficient.

Meet the Cabin Cuddler:

Finally a blanket designed for traveling! I don’t know about you but being somewhat of a germaphobe myself I will not use the blankets and pillows supplied on an airline. I mean I just have my doubts that these things are ever washed. Thankfully I never have to worry about that anymore. The micro-fleece Cabin Cuddler blanket solves that problem with it’s unique wrap-around design created to keep passengers warm even in the coldest airplane cabins.

I absolutely can’t say enough about the detail put into this product. I’m a details girl and I wish more companies would take the time to add the extra special touches to their products. The Cabin Cuddler, when not in use, folds all up into itself to create a pillow that conveniently fits into the matching reversible carrying case that is included with it. This case fits easily into carry on luggage but also has a handle if you’d rather carry it separately.

The carrying case also turns inside out to become a soft pillow case. This can then be used with airline pillows or you can use the blow up travel pillow that is included with each Cabin Cuddler. I love that they’ve thought of this, such a small thing that just makes me appreciate the product even more.

I’ve just been using the product at home while I watch TV. One of my favorite features is the patented pocket that I can put my feet into to keep me warm. I love it! The Cabin Cuddler is available in two colors and is machine washable. It is also reasonably priced at $29.99. You can read more about it on the Family Travel Gear site here.

Great stuff!

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Happy Traveler Family Gear Bag

September 12, 2007 | Filed Under Kids, Travel | 5 Comments

I am thrilled, just thrilled to introduce you to this next product. Anyone who has ever tried to travel with kids will appreciate this one. Back in July as I was packing to go on holidays for a month, I desperately looked for something that would be the ideal travel bag for the flight. I was flying with my under two son and I needed something that would accommodate MANY needs plus more. As you know when flying you are only allowed two carry-on bags. One of them for me was my laptop, the other one needed to carry everything else including diapers, wipes, snacks, baby blanket, baby stuffie, baby toys, sippy cups, my water, my purse, a book, sunglasses, camera, and the list goes on and on.

Prior to leaving I pulled out every bag I owned (which happens to be quite a few since I’m always trying to find the one) and not one of them seemed adequate. I finally settled on one though and then proceeded to be extremely annoyed the entire flight when I couldn’t quickly find or grab what I needed while holding my squirming, you can’t make me cooperate, one and a half year old.

I don’t like to be annoyed.

I simply don’t have the patience for it.

The success of travelling with babies and kids is based on organization. Organization requires a bag that stands upright on it’s own, has multiple pockets for everything under the sun, meets airline requirements, and basically acts as my home on the go. Do you think I’m asking for too much? I assumed I was because if a bag like that existed I didn’t know about it.

UNTIL NOW….

Happy Traveler Family Gear Bag

The bag of my traveling dreams has arrived….in bright red no less. Family Travel Gear is a company that understands the needs of traveling families. Of that I have no doubt. When the Happy Traveler Family Gear Bag appeared in my mailbox I open the package with anticipation hoping that I wasn’t in for another mediocre bag to add to my collection. Frankly I was pretty skeptical. First thing I saw was the big pocket on front, and then another pocket, and then another one, oh and what’s that, another pocket! The pockets don’t end it seems and I instantly fell in love.

THEN….I saw one pocket in particular and nearly wept with tears of joy. Ladies there is a pocket on the side of this bag…..are you ready for this….for the portable DVD player AND slots for the DVD’s!! I’m seriously not kidding! I had a separate bag for the DVD player when I travelled and had one of my bigger kids carry it on but it was just one more thing to worry about.

On the other side of this is an insulated pocket for sippy cups or bottles plus there is also a pocket for my camera, a pocket for my wallet and airline tickets, a pocket for my magazine and did I mention that the glorious front pocket includes a FULL BODY changing pad and numerous pockets for diapers, wet wipes holder, ointments and more. Oh.My.Word. All this AND it meets airline carry-on sizing requirements. Get out of town…..literally.

And less you think this bag will just sit in the closet when not in use, think again. This beautiful bag of amazing possibilities can also be used as a back seat kid’s organizer/toy box and snack bag for car travel.

Family Travel Gear doesn’t just sell bags either. They are a family owned and operated business inspired by their personal travel experiences with their own children and sell many other travel products as well to make your life easier. They claim to personally test all of their products and you know what, after seeing this bag and what it means for all my organized future travels, I believe they do just that.

Thank you Family Travel Gear!!

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