Tips For Travelers - 1997-02-24
An Eternal Clock For Travelers
Mahwah, N.J.-based Lorus Watches has released Tri-Lum, an environmentally friendly watch that uses natural and artificial light as its only power source. The timepiece, which doesn't require a battery replacement, can run up to 50 days once it's fully charged through exposure to 10 minutes of light on a daily basis.
"A typical old-style solar-powered watch charge lasts only up to 48 hours--merely enough for weekend wear," said Lorus advertising manager Tony Cannilla. "With Tri-Lum, the charges last for days."
The watch also features glow-in-the-dark dials that shine for hours without battery power or buttons to push.
For more information, call 201-529-5730.
Where To Keep In Shape
The Fitness Guide, Where To Work Out When You're On The Road, offers a comprehensive listing of exercise facilities at major business destinations in the United States.
Distributed by Incline Publishing in New York, the guide includes rates--guest rates if the facility is located in a hotel--directions, hours and classes if offered. The booklet also provides a brief review of the quality and quantity of equipment and service. To order, call 212-647-0921.
Purify Your Drinking Water
While a portable water system sounds more appropriate for a rugged camper than a business traveler, finding a safe and clean water source is an issue for the growing ranks of employees who journey to developing countries where undrinkable tap water is the norm.
SweetWater Inc., a Longmont, Colo.-based manufacturer of water purifiers, has introduced the Global Water Express Kit, a system specifically built for travelers.
The product, which includes a collapsible bottle, shoulder strap for carrying and zippered case, pumps drinking water through a drip-free adapter. For more information, call 800-557-9338 or access SweetWater's Website at http://sweet-h2o.com/sweetwater.
Organize Your Thoughts
Jotting down reminders on Post-Its and pads of paper can be cumbersome on the road. A more organized alternative is the Voice It Personal Note Recorder, a digital dictation-length recorder produced by Fort Collins, Colo.-based Worldwide, Inc.
Unlike a small tape recorder in which you need to rewind or fast forward, the voice data on this device is stored on a computer chip; you can access, skip and erase your message by manipulating simple controls, similar to those of an audio CD player.
While the pocket-sized product incorporates many of the features of earlier electronic organizers such as phone number and address databases, Voice-It does not lose data if the battery dies. For information, call 800-478-6423 or log on to http://www.voiceit.com.
Baggage Security
While theft of personal property in airport terminals plagues all passengers, rising use of portable electronic equipment by mobile workers makes business travelers particularly desirable targets. In fact, the FBI reported that 208,000 notebook computers were stolen in the United States in 1995, a 30 percent increase over the previous year.
Port Inc., a Norwalk, Conn.-based manufacturer of laptop accessories, has introduced DEFCON 1, a battery-powered alarm system designed to protect laptop computers and carrying cases. It includes a loud alarm, a motion detector, an LED showing the alarm's status and a security cable that can be attached to your computer. Once the unit is armed, the alarm is tripped if the case is moved, if someone tries to remove anything from inside or if the security cable is cut. For more information, access http://www.portinc.com.