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Incase EO Travel Backpack
Backpacking & Outdoors Business travel Luggage Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Incase EO Travel Backpack

August 3, 2017November 14, 2020 jamiealexcarter InCase, travel backpack

Perfect for a week away, this soft yet strong expandable bag looks like a backpack, but behaves like a suitcase

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Business travel Earphones Noice cancelling Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWEED: Pioneer Rayz Plus earphones

July 20, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Pioneer

With noise cancelling and an in-line mic for hands-free calls, these Apple Lighting-connected earphones are aimed at frequent flyers

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Yi 4K Action Camera
Backpacking & Outdoors cameras Cloud cameras Gadgets Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Yi 4K Action Camera

June 20, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter 4K, Action cam, adventure, cycling, POV, skiing, Yi

With 12-megapixel photos and 4K video, this diminutive action cam is a great value alternative to a GoPro HERO5

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Beach holidays Camping Quick-drying Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Royal Robbins Double Cloth travel shirt

June 15, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Royal Robbins, shirt, travel shirt

With a reversible design and poppers instead of buttons, this might be the ultimate travel shirt

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Backpacking & Outdoors Clothing Quick-drying Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Royal Robbins Merinolux Tee

June 6, 2017March 4, 2022 jamiealexcarter merino, merino wool, quick-drying, Royal Robbins, t-shirt

Comfy to wear and impressively quick-drying, this merino-mix t-shirt proves ideal for wash-and-go life on the road

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Business travel Cases & Covers Phones & Tablets Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Samsung Galaxy Book 10.4 & 12

May 25, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Galaxy, productivity, Samsung, tablet

These Windows 10 tablets come with a Keyboard Cover and S Pen as Samsung tries to push productivity on-the-go

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Beach holidays e-reader Reviews Travel light Waterproof 

REVIEWED: Kobo Aura H2O Edition 2

May 23, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter ebook, ereader, Kindle, Kobo

It’s bigger than a Kindle and it’s waterproof, but this super-slim eReader’s killer app is its abilities with ‘save for

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Backpacking & Outdoors Camping Hiking Quick-drying Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Royal Robbins Discovery Roll-up pant

May 2, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter pants, Royal Robbins, trousers, womens

These wrinkle-free, quick-dry travel trousers looks almost as good in the city as they do at a summit, but take

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Thule-13-Liter-Enroute
Backpacking & Outdoors Business travel Reviews Travel light 

Thule 13L EnRoute review

April 20, 2017March 4, 2022 jamiealexcarter backpack, business, Thule, travel backpack, travel light, travelling light

The Thule 13L EnRoute backpack is the perfect choice for the cabin, the conference and the city tour, this backpack

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Batteries Business travel Cables In-flight Phones & Tablets Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Moshi ionbank 5K portable battery

April 18, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter battery, Moshi

With a built-in Apple Lightning cable, this powerbank is seriously impressive, but where’s the kickstand?

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Beach holidays Cases & Covers e-reader In-flight Phones & Tablets Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Oaxis InkCase i7 for iPhone 7

April 6, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter ebook, EPUB, ereader, InkCase, iPhone, iPhone 7, Kindle

With a Kindle-style eInk screen on the back, this iPhone 7 case gives you the best of both worlds, but

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Batteries Business travel In-flight Phones & Tablets Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Moshi iGlaze ion battery case

April 4, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter battery, battery case, Moshi

Hate running out of battery but hate bulky battery cases? This case for the iPhone 6/6s with a slide-on battery could

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Advice Business travel In-flight Travel light Travel tech 

5 ways to beat the airline laptop & tablet ban

March 30, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter ban, middle east, technology, travel

They banned laptops and tablets on flights to the US and UK from the Middle East; here’s how business travellers

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Cables Conferences Gadgets Reviews Travel light Travel tech 

REVIEWED: Moshi Xync USB cable + SIM holder

March 16, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Android, Apple, Apple Lightning, micro USB, Moshi, USB

Need to store a couple of SIM cards as well as that annoying SIM removal tool? This handy device stores

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Cases & Covers Conferences Luggage Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Moshi Venturo Slim Laptop backpack

March 10, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter laptop, Moshi, tablet, urban

Compact yet big enough to carry a 15-inch laptop and a large tablet, this highly organised work bag is great

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Business travel Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: ThinOPTICS glasses

February 28, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter glasses, spectacles, sunglasses

These flexible and flat-pack portable reading glasses can be put in a pocket – or even stuck to the back

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Business travel Cases & Covers Conferences Luggage MacBook & ultrabooks Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: STM Radial laptop messenger bag

February 14, 2017April 21, 2020 jamiealexcarter messenger, STM

Good for a 15-inch laptop and tablet, this well-organised and compact black, blue or steel messenger is great for conferences &

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Earphones Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Plantronics BackBeat Fit earphones

February 9, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Bluetooth, earphones, fitness, wireless

New colours including ‘stealth green’ gives these flexible, tangle-free earphones a new lease of life

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Cases & Covers Phones & Tablets Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Mujjo Leather Wallet Case for iPhone 7

January 31, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Mujjo, wallet

This super-slim case’s three-card trick really helps cut-down on clutter while travelling

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Backpacking & Outdoors Business travel Camping Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Fulton Ultralite-1 compact travel umbrella

January 26, 2017March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Fulton, umbrella

Weighing just 189g and firm in windy conditions, this brolly is perfect for a backpack’s side-pocket for all kinds of

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Business travel Headphones In-flight Reviews Travel light 

PREVIEW: QuietOn active noise cancelling earplugs

January 4, 2017April 18, 2020 jamiealexcarter business, noise cancelling, productivity, work

CES 2017, Las Vegas: A unique concept from two ex-Nokia engineers in Finland is a boon for travellers trying to get some shut-eye

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Thule aspect camera bag
cameras Conferences In-flight iPad bags MacBook MacBook & ultrabooks Phones & Tablets Reviews Travel light Travel Photography Travel tech 

Thule Aspect DSLR Camera Backpack review

December 15, 2016June 19, 2020 jamiealexcarter DSLR, iPad, laptop, tablet, Thule

Able to take a 15.6-inch laptop, an iPad, a DSLR and a zoom lens or two, this all-rounder is surprisingly

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Backpacking & Outdoors Camping Hiking Reviews Stargazing Travel light 

REVIEWED: EDZ Yeti fleece jacket

December 8, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter EDZ, fleece

Soft, warm and with tough elastic to close potential air leaks, EDZ’s luxurious fleece is a special treat for winter

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Backpacking & Outdoors Gadgets Phoneography Phones & Tablets Reviews Travel light Winter sports 

REVIEWED: Urban Armor Gear Trooper Series case for iPhone 7

December 1, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Apple, drop, drop-proof, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, shock, UAG

A secret credit card compartment for four cards graces this great value drop-proof jacket for iPhone 7

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Backpacking & Outdoors Business travel In-flight iPad bags Luggage MacBook MacBook & ultrabooks Reviews Travel light Travel tech 

REVIEWED: RiutBag R10 'backward backpack'

October 24, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter anti-theft, Gadgets, iPad, laptop, RiutBag, security

With anti-theft design at its core, this new kind of backpack is ideal for using as a carry-on, for conferences, and

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Backpacking & Outdoors Beach holidays Hiking Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Teva Terra-Float Universal Lux sandals

October 13, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter sandal, sandals, teva

Lightweight and able to cope with both a hike and a soaking on a beach, these versatile sandals are ideal

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Backpacking & Outdoors Business travel cameras Hiking Luggage MacBook MacBook & ultrabooks Phoneography Phones & Tablets Reviews Travel light Travel Photography Travel tech 

REVIEWED: Manfrotto Advanced camera and laptop backpack

October 4, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter camera bag, Manfrotto

With removable rear access for a DSLR and lenses, room for a laptop and plenty of well-designed pockets, is this the

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Backpacking & Outdoors Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Lululemon Para backpack

September 20, 2016February 14, 2021 jamiealexcarter backpack, Luluemon

It takes just 23 litres, but this backpack easily takes enough gear for short or well-planned longer trips

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Hiking Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Black Diamond Trail Pro walking poles

August 25, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Black Diamond, poles, walking

A trek through Oman’s ‘other’ Grand Canyon puts the pressure on these compact yet sturdy walking poles’ FlickLock Pro fasteners

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Backpacking & Outdoors Business travel Clothing Conferences Hiking Quick-drying Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Icebreaker Cool-Lite Compass II shirt

August 18, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Icebreaker, quick-drying, shirt, travel shirt, travelling light

Part merino wool, part awesome, this quick-drying technical layer is ideal for when you need to look smart while on a

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cameras Reviews Travel light Travel Photography Travel tech 

REVIEWED: Panasonic Lumix TZ100

August 16, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter compact camera, Panasonic, TZ100

10x zoom lens and one-inch sensor impresses on this advanced compact travel camera

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Icebreaker-Cool-Lite-Sphere-Tank quick-dry t-shirt
Backpacking & Outdoors Clothing Quick-drying Reviews Travel light 

Icebreaker Cool-Lite Sphere Tank reviewed

August 9, 2016March 4, 2022 jamiealexcarter Icebreaker, merino, vest, women, womens

Super-light and quick-drying, this mainly merino vest for women is the perfect travel all-rounder for hot and humid countries

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Backpacking & Outdoors Phoneography Phones & Tablets Reviews Travel light Travel Photography Travel tech 

REVIEW: Manfrotto PIXI Mini Tripod

July 28, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter camera, Manfrotto, tripod

Excellent build quality on this lock ‘n’ load mini-tripod, but it lacks positional flexibility

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Backpacking & Outdoors Business travel Cables Gadgets Phoneography Phones & Tablets Reviews Travel light Travel tech 

REVIEW: Native Union TAG Cable

July 21, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Apple Lightning, iPhone, Native Union, TAG

This nicely disguised Apple Lightning cable is perfect for fastening to a backpack for tangle-free travel

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Backpacking & Outdoors Beach holidays Quick-drying Reviews Travel light 

REVIEW: ExOfficio BugsAway Sandfly trousers

July 20, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter ExOfficio, pants

Ultra-lightweight and quick-drying, these are perfect for hot days and for keeping mozzies at bay, but only if you can hack

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Earphones Reviews Travel light 

REVIEW: Xqisit iE200 earphones

July 14, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Bluetooth, earphones, magnetic, magnets

Genius use of magnetics takes these Bluetooth earphones to the next level of tangle-free travel, but they’re let down by a short battery

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Backpacking & Outdoors Camping Clothing Hiking Quick-drying Reviews Travel light 

Five packable storm shells for city breaks & hikes

June 30, 2016May 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter raincoats, storm shell

Watery walking tour? Dodge downpours but travel light with these highly compact raincoats that pack into their own pockets

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Business travel Cables Phones & Tablets Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: One Adaptr TWIST

June 28, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter adaptor, plug, power, recharge, worldwide

This World Adaptor is sleek, small and includes a couple of smart USB ports

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Advice Hiking Travel light 

FOCUS: Three packable walking poles for travel

June 14, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Black Diamond, hiking, Leki, poles, walking

  Hikers and walkers will love these collapsible walking poles that fold-up for easy stowing in cabin baggage

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Camping Reviews Travel light Travel Photography 

REVIEWED: Logiix Gelly LGX-11932

June 9, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter LED, Logiix, reading

Bright yet low on power, this tiny and flexible USB LED light is a beacon for bookworms & photographers travelling ultra-light

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Backpacking & Outdoors Camping Hats Hiking Quick-drying Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Marmot Simpson Convertible Hiking Cap

May 31, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter cap, Marmot, sunhat

Straightforward & lightweight cap with added neck UPF 45 protection for hiking, running and outdoor travel

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Business travel Cables In-flight iPad bags Luggage MacBook MacBook & ultrabooks Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: STM Velocity Haven backpack

April 20, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter daysack, daysacking, MacBook Air, STM, travelling light

Don’t think this daysack is big enough for a week-long business trip, with laptop, gadgets and clothes? Thanks to an incredible design,

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Business travel Cables Conferences MacBook MacBook & ultrabooks Phones & Tablets Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Logiix Sync & Charge JOLT Shortie

April 18, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Apple, Apple Lightning, iPhone, Logiix

This sturdy 30cm Apple Lightning cable cuts down on clutter in your carry-on

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Reviews Travel light Travel Photography 

FOCUS: Five #super-zoom #cameras

April 7, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter cameras, Canon, Nikon, olympus, Panasonic, Sony, super-zoom

Great for close-ups and travel photography, these pocket-sized snappers manage up to 50x optical zoom

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Earphones In-flight Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: Logiix Blue Piston tuneFREQS

April 4, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter

The use of super-flat cable makes these good value earphones tangle-proof, but it’s the handy pause button for in-flight drinks that we

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Advice Apps & websites Reviews Travel light Travel Photography 

FOCUS: 20 travel tricks you didn't know your phone could do

March 24, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter apps, iPhone

From apps and maps to instant translation, unlock your smartphone’s secrets with these handy tips

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Clothing Quick-drying Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: EDZ Merino Vest

March 15, 2016March 4, 2022 jamiealexcarter EDZ, merino, wool

Made from 100% superfine merino wool, this good value base layer for women is about as versatile as travel clothing gets

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Business travel Phones & Tablets Reviews Travel light 

PREVIEW: Huawei Matebook

March 2, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Huawei, MWC2016, tablets

#MWC2016, Barcelona: Can this all-in-one 12-inch tablet/computer eclipse the Microsoft Surface Pro 4 and become the ultimate productivity gadget for business travellers?

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Phones & Tablets Reviews Travel light Travel Photography 

FOCUS: 8 best travel phones from #MWC2016

February 26, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter Alcatel, HP, HTC, LG, MWC2016, Oppo, Samsung, Sony, waterproof, ZTE

#MWC 2016, Barcelona: From clever cameras to huge batteries, these sharp-shooters from Oppo, LG, HTC, Samsung, Sony, HP, ZTE & Alcatel are

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Business travel In-flight Luggage Reviews Travel light 

REVIEWED: American Tourister Lightway cabin case

January 26, 2016March 15, 2020 jamiealexcarter 4-wheeler, American Tourister, cabin, Easyjet, Ryanair, spinner

Perfect for travelling light without a heavy spend, this functional 4-wheeled spinner is super-light at 1.57kg

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