I Would So Carry the Carrie


Updated 07/06/08 10:38 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 11 comments

I Would So Carry the Carrie

JoJo Designs' Carrie Laptop Bag is the kind of summery laptop bag I need; in lightweight canvas, it would be light enough to toss my laptop into, along with sunny day essentials like my sunglasses, water, etc. Its lightness belies its durability — just check out the cross-section photo of the bag loaded up with computer, books, and everything; of course, in the event that you do overload, Read more

How to Travel Full-Time For $17,000 a Year (or Less!)


Updated 03/01/12 8:19 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Travel For a Living

We're thrilled to present this smart Wise Bread story here on Savvy! For the last five years, I've been traveling the world full-time, and for less money than I've ever spent (and I'd wager less money than most people would spend) to live in one place. My worldly possessions fit into one bag (just larger than carry-on size) and a backpack containing my laptop and computer gear. This small Read more

Sugar Shout Out: Tasting Under the Tents at the South Beach Wine and Food Festival


Updated 02/29/12 12:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Sugar Shout Out February 28, 2012

Tasting under the tents at the South Beach Wine and Food Festival Forty laptop bags for every personality Tax tips for charitable donations Three foolproof ways to wear Spring's peplum trend The most fabulous makeup and hair from Milan Fashion Week Santorum vs. Romney: How they compare on women's issues Leap into Leap Day with a lil party Design inspiration from LA's SmogShoppe Meet the new Read more

8 Life Lessons Learned From CES 2012


Updated 01/12/12 3:07 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Life Lessons Learned From CES

This year's CES didn't just teach us about gadget trends and the future of the industry — it also taught us a few things that we'll remember in our everyday lives as well. Here, we offer up a few tips to take with you on your next journey to a big tech conference, or to keep in the back of your mind for life. Trust me: our pain is your gain! Get plenty of sleep. Between long hours on the Read more

5 Carry-On Packing Tips You Should Know


Updated 01/03/12 2:15 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 1 comment

Carry On Packing Tips

If you're heading back home from a long holiday vacay, you've probably already given airport security some thought. If the thought of long TSA lines triggers a migraine, these tips from the TSA will teach you how to properly pack your gadgets, accessories, and chargers and help you speed through the X-ray line. Pack in layers. Layer clothes, electronics, then clothes again inside a carry-on so Read more

Travel Tips For the Upcoming Holiday Weekend


Updated 12/19/11 4:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Christmas Travel Tips

Traveling this holiday? Christmas Eve falls on a Saturday this year, which makes one big mess at the airport. If you can't take a car or a train, be sure to check out these packing and travel tips to make your life easier while booking flights, getting through security checkpoints, and beyond. Booking Flights TripIt — Once signed up for the free service, forward travel confirmation emails Read more

Reader Holiday Gift Guide: For the Fitness Fan on Your List (or You!)


Updated 12/03/11 10:26 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Fitness Gifts From FitSugar Reader

Need a fitness-related gift for fit-minded friends or relative? FitFabCities has you covered. She's rounded up her favorite gifts from foam rollers to iPads. Okay, I’m willing to admit I might be a little weird. Every year for Christmas I ask for some sort of fitness thing. One year it was a BOSU ball, then next it was boxing gloves and last year it was kettlebells, and every December 26th I Read more

5 Carry-On Packing Tips You Need to Know For Thanksgiving Holiday Travel


Updated 11/21/11 12:30 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 0 comments

Best Way to Pack Carry-On Luggage For TSA Airline Travel

If you're heading out on a jet plane for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, you've probably already given airport security some thought. If the thought of long TSA lines triggers a migraine, these tips from the TSA will teach you how to properly pack your gadgets, accessories, and chargers and help you speed through the X-ray line. Pack in layers. Layer clothes, electronics, then clothes again Read more

The Kata Bag Perfectly Carries Your Camera and Laptop


Updated 09/20/11 3:21 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 7 comments

The Kata Bag Perfectly Carries Your Camera and Laptop

For business, you know I'm all about classy and fabulous laptop bags, but for weekend pleasure, I need something that is easy to carry, protects the goods inside, and has somewhat of a cute exterior. A part of the Kata Digital Photo Series (DPS) Color Collection, these DR-467 backpacks feature everything you could ever want in a "gadget friendly" backpack — an ergonomic design, superior Read more

How to Pack Your Tech to Get Through Airport Security Fast


Updated 05/28/11 3:10 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 3 comments

Gadgets at Airport Security and How to Pack Your Carry-On Luggage

If you're heading out on a jetplane for a long weekend, you've probably already given airport security some thought. I'll leave the body scanner debate for another day, but did you know your carry-on luggage could slow you down at the checkpoint, too? Properly packing your gadgets, accessories, and chargers will speed you through the X-ray line. Here, a few tips from the TSA on how to pack your Read more