Girlawhirl knows there's a big difference between those who travel because they have to – like one of her closest friends who's biggest client is located in another city – and those who travel just to see the world. For her friends who have wanderlust in their hearts, travel is an adventure and the world is full of places to be discovered. It's for these friends that Girlawhirl finds gifts to inspire them and keep them safe and healthy wherever their wandering spirits may take them…
• A list of the most up and coming places to visit is a great way to start the year, and Lonely Planet's Bluelist 2008 gives readers must-see destinations for 2008 along with a travel planner and special sections on endangered wildlife and different cultures. It's all presented along with all the gorgeous photos and reliable insider information that Lonely Planet is known for.
Lonely Planet Bluelist 2008
amazon.com
$22.99
• Another book that's sure to inspire is National Geographic's Journeys of a Lifetime: 500 of the World's Greatest Trips. In addition to the trips themselves there are also 22 fun top 10 lists featuring the world's best elevator rides, underground walking adventures and more.
Journeys of a Lifetime: 500 of the World's Greatest Trips
$28
barnesandnoble.com
• For a mix of ancient icons and modern personalities, Girlawhirl loves giving Jonathan Adler's Grand Tour ceramics. Whether it's a goddess worthy of worship, a soldier that evokes ancient Greek mythology or an obelisk inspired by ancient Egypt, these figurines add humor and drama to the homes of travelers.
Grand Tour Goddess, Soldier, Obelisk
Goddess 12.75” tall, Soldier 14” tall, Obelisk 18” tall
Ceramic
$175-$195
jonathanadler.com
• For the actual journey itself, the Bra Stash keeps valuables safe. It's a lightweight satin washable pouch that hangs from two straps that snap around the base of each bra strap. It stays well hidden, even with just a tank top on.
Bra Stash
One Size
$10
flight001.com
• In far flung parts of the world, even a bottle of water is suspect. Has it been opened? Was it refilled with something less pure? Was that sound the seal breaking? For intrepid travelers, the SteriPEN water purification pen is a small yet powerful safeguard that eliminates 99.99% of bacteria with UV light. Just push a button and stir through the water until the light goes off, 16 oz of water can be purified in less than a minute.
SteriPEN Water Purification Pen
$99.95
ems.com
• And to fill the stockings of travelers of all kinds, Girlawhirl checks out Sahalie.com for great gadgets. The Space Beam flashlight is as small as a pen, but produces a super strong beam of light. Misty Mate turns 2 oz of water into 30 sprays of cooling mist – fabulous for those traveling in hot dusty climates. And everyone should have a Mini First Aid Kit to throw in a backpack or suitcase.
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