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The bright blue color of the American Tourister Spring Ranch 3-Piece Luggage Spinner Set is reminiscent of the Greek flag, so pack quickly to get to one of the country’s famed islands – Spetses.

Less than two hours from Athens, via a ferry, Spetses’ long naval history is as revered as her part in Greece’s 1821 War of Independence.

Visiting during the second week in September is recommended for the famed “Armata,” the reenactment of an 1822 naval battle. The culmination of several days’ outdoor partying occurs on Saturday night when real boats “fight” and one, created just for the occasion, is set ablaze amid a stupendous fireworks display.

Another must see is the house of Laskarina Bouboulina. She was a female freedom fighter during the same war and freely gave her ships and personal fortune to fight the Ottoman Empire. Her home still owned by her descendants, is now a museum and dedicated to her life.

Drive into modern day Mount Airy, NC and a strange desire to whistle might come over you.

Not just any whistle, but a certain uplifting little tune. Images of a small boy and his father ambling down a country lane with their fishing poles flood your mind. Suddenly, the duo appears as a bronzed statue in front of the Andy Griffith Playhouse and all is clear.

Welcome to Mayberry.

Thanks for its almost constant broadcasts since its inception the hit 1960s’ television series; “The Andy Griffith Show” still brings a sense of small town friendless to its viewers. As the actor’s hometown the people and places, of this small city close to the Blue Ridge Mountains, served as inspiration for the show.

Delsey Luggage, originally founded in 1949, is known for their ultra light luggage and wheeled ridged suitcases, and has combined their expertise to create the popular Delsey Helium Alliance 3 Piece Set.

If you’re planning your next trip and need some ample storage, take a look at the Delsey Helium Alliance 3 Piece set. This Delsey Helium Alliance set features 21″, 25″ and 29″ expandable uprights in all black,  constructed with 1800 denier (both strong and durable), and side bound with sewn-on skid bars to keep your luggage safe and looking nice throughout your trip. The easy-life bottom carry handle and extra high ABS wheel housings makes adjusting, maneuvering, and even hopping curbs a simple task.

Bangkok is chaotic from thousands of tuk tuks taxiing locals and visitors around and sultry from high humidity and a hotter than hot nightlife. It is also an once-in-a-lifetime destination.

Any of the Samsonite Winfield 3 Piece Set, each with four multi-directional wheels, makes traveling to this capital city a breeze while looking good.

Scenes of the old and new can be found often in the same view. Early morning walkers will find saffron-colored Buddhist monks collecting alms as workers scurry to offices. The Chao Phraya River is full of modern ships. At twilight long tail boats, reminiscent of Old Siam, slowly glide across the waters vibrantly colored by the setting sun.

Known as “Krun Thep” or the city of angels Bangkok is the place to put on one’s best outfit and sit at the Sky Bar of the Tower Club at Lebua either before or after a terrific dinner to enjoy the stunning night-time skyline. Millions of movie fans will recognize the brilliant neon blue bar with the panoramic views from “Hangover II”.

Most people have a secret desire to be treated like a royal if even for just a day or two.

In Europe, thanks to centuries of feuding and fighting, dozens of castles remain and have been transformed into luxurious hotels. They dot the landscapes from the windswept heather covered hills of Scotland to Spanish paradors with drawbridge entrances.

When traveling in regal fashion the Piel Leather 22″ Wheeled Traveler, in either black or saddle, is the piece of luggage whose elegance and practicality matches the grandeur of the hotels.

In Scotland’s Aberdeenshire region both the sea and mountains, such as the Bennachie hills, dominate. The Castle Trail winds through the region and offers several 15th and 16th authentic castles open for lodging.

The Fyvie Castle was built during the 1600s and now offers all the modern conveniences in addition to salmon fishing river on the nearby River Deveron or horseback riding across the glens. Travel to the town of Huntly to visit a falconry center.

Set like a small gem in the sparkling Caribbean Sea Saint Lucia is destination where peace and harmony come mostly from nature. It’s British and French heritage give the island, set between Martinique and Saint Vincent, a uniquely elegant atmosphere as well.

With its blue plaid material insets the same colors as the island’s crystal clear waters the Travelers Club Odyssey 2 piece set is the desired luggage to pack sunblock, flip-flops and a swimsuit or two into for an adventure under the tropical trade winds.

Water activities abound, and many prefer to do their scuba diving, snorkeling and windsurfing on the west side of the island. Here the water is less rough and is where many of the island’s better hotel properties are located. Be prepared most the hotels offer similar activities and charge for the experience.

Pronunciation is everything. Say “noo-or-LEENZ” and you are marked for a tourist. Instead when heading down south to New Orleans relax your mouth and let it drawl out “noo-AW-linz” or “noo-OR-linz” just like a native. 

When you travel to the Big Easy it’s is best to have great luggage to meet any adventures you desire. The Samsonite Hyperspace line is a great match a New Orleans’ itinerary, with a Boarding Bag, Spinner Garment Bag and 21, 26 and 31-inch expandable spinners.

Those who solely think of Bourbon Street and the French Quarter when they think of this vibrant city are missing much of her charms. So let us use the neighborhood as a hub and head out first to places best visited early in the morning due to the warm and gooey humidity found through many of the seasons.

Have $1.25 in exact change and hop aboard the St. Charles Avenue streetcar at the corner of Carondelet and Canal.  Having served the city, uninterrupted, for close to 130 years this streetcar is the last of the vehicles that once served as the inspiration for playwright Tennessee Williams’ “A Streetcar Named Desire”. A one-way trip takes approximately 45 minutes and winds through the Central Business District into the architecturally rich and diverse Garden District with its mansions surrounded by mounds of lush greenery. And treat yourself to a Garden District walking tour to better appreciate the 19^th century Victorian houses festooned with graceful gingerbread features.

Thump ada thump ada will be the sounds as you wheel across Ribe, Denmark’s cobbled streets with the Victorinox NXT Hardside Carry-on Officer’s Wheeled Trunk.

Ribe has the distinction of being the tiny Scandinavian country’s oldest town, and was established in the early 8^thcentury.

Its South Jutland locale off the Wadden Sea made it a perfect for seafarers including Vikings; often their wares “found” in various parts of the world were sold at the  thriving market town off the Ribe River. Discovering the plunderers of the North is still easy as they can be found in several places.

It seems like everywhere I turn, travelers are using the same old nylon wheeled carry-on luggage that has no character or personality. I even found myself carrying the same bag to the airport and it just disturbed me that I looked like every other person dragging his luggage through the terminal. I even got confused once and almost carried off some other persons luggage by mistake. Well Victorinox Officer’s Trunk Small makes a huge break away from the average suitcase and offers a super cool looking international carry-on that will turn heads. No longer will someone mistake your bag for theirs, and no longer will you feel like everyone else carrying the same old bag.

Victorinox NXT Hardside Officers Trunk is extremely unique, ultra durable, and just plane fun! I love the looks of the luggage with its awesome looking reinforced corners, sleek latches, and superior handle system. I like the fact that it uses a latch system instead of the flimsy zipper closure you find on almost all hardsided luggage today.  The combination lock is TSA approved so you can rest at ease that your suitcase is secure. The spinner wheels make it s synch to roll even down the isle of an airplane or hanging out in line. Unlike other hard-sided luggage, this bag actually has an ad-a-bag strap to carry an additional piece of luggage or briefcase with ease. The interior is a plush tan twill that is extremely attractive and stain resistant.  It even has a built in, slide out I.D. tag and also has top and side carry handles for easy lifting. The push button activated upright handle system can be set at three different heights for maximum comfort. Made from the best quality polycarbonate available using engineering grade Lexan polycarbonate. This case has a lifetime warranty and even includes Swiss Tracker™ Bag Tracking Program which helps reunite owners with their lost bag anywhere in the world—for free

Victorinox Luggage is made from the highest quality materials and usually sells for about $600 at most retailers. Fortunately, LuggageBase.com has the Victorinox Officer’s Trunk at a Blowout Special price. Click here for details.

Reno’s multicolored, much photographed sign says it all – “The Biggest Little City in the World”.

This town is not large in size and yet it offers so much for vacationers.

Taking the High Sierra A.T.GO 30″ Wheeled Duffel is a proper luggage choice for many reasons.

Crossing the Sierra Nevada is a necessity when coming to Reno from California.

The bag provides room for several outfits from casino nightlife, artists’ receptions or kayaking along the Truckee River.