1. How do you curate your brand selection, and what specific criteria do you use to determine which luggage and travel accessory brands make it into your store? Over the years we’ve become pretty picky about the brands we carry. Quality and reputation are very important to us. Style is subjective, but we do try and carry collections that would be a step above what we would expect a traveler to find at a department store. We look for strong brands that support independent retail and that contribute to driving traffic to our store. We also expect all of our...
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Matador Refillable Toothpaste Tube Review: The Little Tube That Could
Let’s be real—if you’d told us that a refillable toothpaste tube would be one of our best-selling products, we might have laughed. And yet, here we are, eating our words (minty fresh ones, of course).
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How to Buy the Right Carry-On Luggage in 2024: A Guide to Perfect Packing
In the midst of recent air travel chaos, from WestJet strikes and Boeing drama, to airlines tightening carry-on restrictions, the quest to carry as much as you can on board has never been more crucial. With airlines becoming stricter about size and weight limits, selecting the best carry-on luggage is vital to ensuring a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Here’s how to navigate this labyrinth and find the perfect carry-on for your needs. Key Points to Consider 1. Travel Frequency How often do you travel? This question should be top of mind when choosing the best carry-on luggage. Frequent travelers...
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A First Look and Review of the Cotopaxi Allpa Carry-On Backpack
When it comes to selecting the perfect carry-on backpack, the Cotopaxi Allpa 42L stands out like a peacock in a flock of pigeons. Its vibrant aesthetics and practical features are sure to catch your eye. As one of Canada's longest running travel stores, having sold more bags than we can count - we were eager to see if the Cotopaxi Allpa would live up to its hype! First Impressions Picture this: you’re walking through the airport, dragging your weary self toward the gate. Suddenly, you spot it—a flash of color so bright it could make a rainbow jealous. That’s the...
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Battle of The Bags! ⚡️ Briggs & Riley vs Tumi
When planning international travel, one of the biggest factors to consider is that the carry-on fits within the size restrictions of major airlines. Bonus points if it also offers durability, functionality, and a solid warranty. Luckily, for Canadian travellers, we have found all of those things in these two bags. So, let’s compare the Briggs & Riley Baseline International Carry-On Spinner and the Tumi Alpha 3 International Expandable 4-Wheeled Carry-On. Briggs & Riley Baseline International Carry-On Spinner Size and Weight: Dimensions: 21" x 14" x 9" Weight: 8.9lbs Pros: Durability: Made with ballistic nylon, it’s built to last through the...
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