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by Alex Lancaster : April 25, 2013

Innovation is Alive: Travelpro Platinum Magna

Innovation is Alive: Travelpro Platinum Magna

Think there’s nothing new under the sun? You’re in for a pleasant surprise. Earlier this year, the Travel Goods Association (TGA) hosted its annual show in Las Vegas, showcasing all that’s new and novel in the world of travel accessories. As part of the festivities, the TGA presented their New Product Innovation Award to Travelpro for the second year in a row–this time for their new Travelpro Platinum Magna luggage line. With Platinum Magna, designers at Travelpro aimed to eliminate travelers’ main complaints about spinner luggage. Let’s take a look at some of Platinum Magna’s more notable features: 

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by Alex Lancaster : April 9, 2013

History Lesson: Samsonite

History Lesson: Samsonite

Welcome to History Lesson, LuggageBase.com's newest blog feature. Once a month, we'll be covering the storied histories and colorful pasts of your favorite luggage brands and products. This month's featured brand is Samsonite. One of the best-known travel brands in the country, Samsonite has been bringing quality of Biblical proportions to the luggage (and furniture?) industry for over a century...

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