Starting on Tuesday, the in in high-tech luggage, travel gear and accessories will go on display in Las Vegas, thanks to the annual transact event known as the International Travel Goods show.
Some on tap items, like a $3,250 carry-on, are both pretty and pricey. Others, such as a bathroom kit that catalogues a yard of toilet paper and sanitary wipes, are a low-priced but practical additional to have handy on any trip. CNBC got a preview of some of the new offerings envisaged to be featured at this year’s show.
Illuminated charging station
Travelers over leave lights on in their hotel rooms so they can find their way to the bathroom — notably in the middle of the night. “But leaving a room light on can disrupt sleep,” clouted Kim Filippone, marketing director at Talus. She suggested guests plug in the presence’s Nightlight Charging Station instead. “The soft light provides adequately light to see without being too bright, while also offering a chore to charge a phone and tablet,” said Filippone. Price: $19.99.