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		<title>HOW TO: Send Toiletries To Your Hotel</title>
		<link>http://ogomo.com/blog/2013/01/29/how-to-send-toiletries-to-your-hotel/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 20:45:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ogomo</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://ogomo.com"></a>We all have done it. We book our flight, reserve our hotel and rental car weeks in advance. Then we wait to pack until the night before our flight.</p> <p>That&#8217;s a recipe for disaster. You are bound to forget to pack the little things in your haste.</p> <p>If you want one less thing to [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://ogomo.com"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-691" alt="Don't forget to pack toiletries" src="http://ogomo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/finger-ribbon-240x300.jpg" width="240" height="300" /></a>We all have done it. We book our flight, reserve our hotel and rental car weeks in advance. Then we wait to pack until the night before our flight.</p>
<p>That&#8217;s a recipe for disaster. You are bound to forget to pack the little things in your haste.</p>
<p>If you want one less thing to worry about when you&#8217;re packing, why not ship your toiletries to your hotel right after booking your reservation?</p>
<p>It&#8217;s easier to do than you think, plus it will save you time later.</p>
<hr />
<h2>How To Ship Toiletries To Your Hotel</h2>
<p><span style="line-height: 14px;">Visit <a href="http://ogomo.com">www.ogomo.com</a> and shop our selection of hundreds of travel size products.</span></p>
<p><span style="line-height: 1.6em;">When checking out:</span></p>
<ol>
<li><span style="line-height: 14px;">Use your hotel&#8217;s address as the shipping address</span></li>
<li>Use your regular billing address as the payment address</li>
<li>In the &#8220;Add Comments About Your Order&#8221; section, provide:
<ul>
<li>The name of your hotel (i.e. Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, not just Marriott)</li>
<li>Your date of arrival</li>
<li>The name of the individual who will pick up the package (your name, or if you are buying for someone else, use their name)</li>
<li>Remember to click &#8220;Update Comment&#8221; before checking out</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>
<h2>Why Ship Toiletries To Your Hotel Early?</h2>
<ul>
<li><span style="line-height: 14px;">You will have the name of the hotel fresh in your mind if you order right after booking your hotel</span>
<ul>
<li><span style="line-height: 14px;"> The hotel name address will also most likely be in the email confirmation you receive after booking</span></li>
<li>No need to search through old emails to find the address, or rely on memory to find the exact hotel name or address</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Providing your date of arrival indicates that we should not ship your order until closer to your date of arrival
<ul>
<li>We determine how long it will take for your package to arrive, and ship so it arrives 1-2 business days before you do</li>
<li>Having the package arrive before you do makes sure that it is available for you no matter when you check-in on the day of arrival</li>
<li>Shipping too early runs the risk of your package getting lost in the hotel&#8217;s mail room. 1-2 days early is a perfect balance</li>
<li>Should your plans change we can adjust your order and send it to another hotel, or another day as long as it hasn&#8217;t been shipped yet</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>We send a shipping confirmation email to you the moment your package heads out
<ul>
<li>This is a good reminder for you to start packing (or do some laundry) if you haven&#8217;t already!</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Planning an out of town wedding or other big event? Our <a title="Wedding Restroom Amenity Basket" href="http://ogomo.com/toiletry-kits/wedding-bathroom-basket">Restroom Amenity Basket</a> may be too large to travel with, but is perfect to be shipped to the venue.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What if your trip gets cancelled?</h3>
<p>We can issue a refund up to 60 days after the original purchase date. Contact us as soon as you know that your trip will be cancelled to either request a refund or to make alternate delivery arrangements.</p>
<h3>Here&#8217;s how your order should look.</h3>
<p>See the screenshot below of our checkout confirmation page. Yours should look similar, with the correct contact information replacing the placeholders. <strong><a href="http://ogomo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/send-to-hotel.png">Note: click the image to view a larger version.</a></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://ogomo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/send-to-hotel.png"><img class=" wp-image-692 aligncenter" alt="Send to hotel" src="http://ogomo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/send-to-hotel.png" width="447" height="324" /></a></p>
<p>Still have questions? <a title="Contact Ogomo.com" href="http://ogomo.com/index.php?route=information/contact">Click here to contact us</a>. We will be glad to answer any of your questions.</p>
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		<title>TSA Will Remove Body Scanners</title>
		<link>http://ogomo.com/blog/2013/01/18/tsa-will-remove-body-scanners/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Jan 2013 20:05:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ogomo</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>The Transportation Security Administration reportedly has announced that they will be removing the controversial x-ray scanners from airports.</p> <p>The TSA currently uses two different x-ray scanners. One shows an outline of a generic human body that points out where an object may be located on a person. The other shows metal objects, along with a [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="attachment_682" class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/raymca/4230491835/"><img class="size-full wp-image-682" alt="Backscatter X-Ray Machine" src="http://ogomo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/4230491835_059916124c_m.jpg" width="240" height="169" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">© Raymond Mendoza</p></div>
<p>The Transportation Security Administration reportedly has announced that they will be removing the controversial x-ray scanners from airports.</p>
<p>The TSA currently uses two different x-ray scanners. One shows an outline of a generic human body that points out where an object may be located on a person. The other shows metal objects, along with a nude image of the traveler to TSA agents. The former will still be used, and the latter are the ones that will be removed.</p>
<p>Congress mandated that these x-ray scanners should be modified to show a more generic image, or be removed from airports. The company that manufactured the machines, Rapiscan, could not fix their software in time, so the government is ending their $5 million contract with the company.</p>
<p>The scanners were placed into use at most airports after the failed 2009 Christmas Day attempt to blow up a Northwest Airlines flight by Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab (a.k.a the Underwear Bomber).</p>
<p>A TSA spokesman said &#8220;We are not pulling them out because they haven’t been effective, and we are not pulling them out for safety reasons. We’re pulling them out because there’s a congressional mandate.&#8221;</p>
<p>What are your thoughts? Do these scanners violate privacy too much? Or, should air travel safety be more of a priority?</p>
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		<title>Travel Tips</title>
		<link>http://ogomo.com/blog/2013/01/14/travel-tips/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jan 2013 18:27:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ogomo</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Travel Tips, and Trip Planning Recommendations <p>Everyone loves going on vacation, but sometimes the stress of planning the trip can be overwhelming. Do you travel internationally, or stay close to home? Caribbean cruise, or cross country road trip? What should you bring with you? How long should you stay?</p> <p>The trouble is, that there is [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="attachment_677" class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/pedrik/7171687955/"><img class="size-full wp-image-677" alt="Travel Packing Tips" src="http://ogomo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/7171687955_dbc395f5ef_m.jpg" width="240" height="240" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">© pedrik</p></div>
<h2>Travel Tips, and Trip Planning Recommendations</h2>
<p>Everyone loves going on vacation, but sometimes the stress of planning the trip can be overwhelming. Do you travel internationally, or stay close to home? Caribbean cruise, or cross country road trip? What should you bring with you? How long should you stay?</p>
<p>The trouble is, that there is no wrong answer to any of those questions. This guide will help you consider all the alternatives, and plan the most enjoyable trip possible.</p>
<h3>Trip Destination</h3>
<p>Deciding where to travel can be a very difficult decision. There are plenty of websites and apps that offer suggestions on where to travel. A few things to consider though.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Location</strong><br />
Where you travel to can make or break your trip. You&#8217;ll want to be sure that there are plenty of things to do that fit your interests while you&#8217;re there.<br />
Wine lover? Check out Napa Valley, South Africa, Chile, or Italy. Outdoor enthusiasts should look to one of the many US National Parks, ski resorts in Aspen or Vermont in the winter, or a beach resort on either coast during the summer.</li>
<li><strong>Activities</strong><br />
While the location you choose may be because of the main activities available, you should also look at the other things you&#8217;ll be doing while you&#8217;re there. Going on a tour of vineyards might be a good late afternoon-nighttime activity, but during the day you may want to check out local museums, amusement parks (if traveling with kids or kids at heart), golf courses, or go sightseeing. Be sure that there is enough to do to fill in the downtime between the main activities you wish to pursue. Unless of course you want the downtime.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Airline Travel Booking</h3>
<p>So you&#8217;ve decided where you&#8217;re going, and that you&#8217;ll need to fly to get there. Great, now what?</p>
<p>Airline travel booking is a relatively simple process, provided you have access to the internet. Congratulations, if you&#8217;re reading this you&#8217;re on the internet! It will pay to shop around a bit in order to get the least expensive rates. Sites like Travelocity, Priceline, and Orbitz can provide you with substantial discounts off of regular airfare rates. You may also book inexpensive flights directly from the airline&#8217;s website.</p>
<p>While there is no concrete rules about when you can get the best airfares, there are some general guidelines that might help you find better deals.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>21-Days In Advance</strong><br />
Waiting till the last minute may be the best way to snag last minute deals &#8211; that is, if you&#8217;re lucky enough to find a flight that isn&#8217;t sold out. A more reliable approach is to book your flight more than 21 days in advance. Most airlines use an increasing discount cycle, so the closer to your departure date, the more you&#8217;ll likely pay. Some airlines also will use additional discount tiers that could produce last minute bargains depending on seat availability.</li>
<li><strong>Fly on Tuesdays and Wednesdays</strong><br />
If your travel schedule is flexible, it is usually better to book a flight on a Tuesday or Wednesday. This is because most business travelers will fly out on Sunday or Monday, and return on Thursday or Friday, with some long weekend travelers thrown into that mix. The more people traveling on a particular day tends to mean higher rates. Tuesdays and Wednesdays tend to be the least busy travel days, unless they happen to fall on major holidays.</li>
</ul>
<p>No matter where you book your flights, you will need to provide some information about you and everyone you may be traveling with.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Personal Information</strong><br />
<em>First and last name</em> &#8211; be sure to spell this <strong>exactly</strong> as it appears on your passport or drivers license. Incorrect spelling, the use of nicknames or abbreviations may cause unexpected delays getting through security. If booking a flight for someone else, be sure to have them spell their name as it appears on the identification they will be using at the airport.</p>
<p><em>Birth date/age</em></p>
<p><em>Gender</em></p>
<p><em>Phone number</em> &#8211; for any issues with booking the flight</p>
<p><em>Email address</em> &#8211; for trip confirmation purposes</p>
<p><em>Frequent flier program number</em></p>
<p><em>Special requests</em> &#8211; if a meal will be served, you may request a kosher, vegetarian, and other meal choices if provided by the airline. Disabled fliers who may need assistance can also request wheelchairs, and braille or audio versions of the safety information cards.</li>
<li><strong>Miscellaneous Information</strong><br />
<em>Date(s) of your departing and return flight</em></p>
<p><em>Departure and arrival airports, or nearby cities</em></p>
<p><em>Time of day you would like to fly</em></p>
<p><em>Flight duration</em> &#8211; this can be selected from a list of results that match your flight criteria</p>
<p><em>Number of layovers</em> &#8211; this can often time impact the cost of the flight</p>
<p><em>Payment information</em> (credit card, PayPal, corporate account numbers)</li>
</ul>
<h3>Packing Tips</h3>
<p>Packing your bags can be more stressful than planning the trip and making the reservations.</p>
<p>Most travelers try to avoid checking their luggage. This will save you time when you land as you won&#8217;t have to wait for a checked bag to come off the plane. It also reduces the risk of lost or damaged luggage.</p>
<p>As a cost saving measure, carrying your luggage on could help you avoid hefty excess baggage fees that most airlines now charge.</p>
<p>Checking a bag may not be avoidable, especially on extended trips. Regardless of whether or not you check your bags, these tips will help you pack lighter and more efficiently.</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Wear Bulky Items</strong><br />
Consider if you really need to bring a heavy jacket, or multiple pairs of shoes. These items take up a lot of room in your bags. If you need to bring them, think about wearing them on your flight. This will free up room in your luggage, and possibly help reduce the number of bags you need to bring.</li>
<li><strong>Use All Available Space</strong><br />
Items such as socks and underwear can be crammed into the unused corners of your bag. Shove them into some of the overlooked areas of your bag, such as the areas near the handle or wheels, outer pockets, and even into your shoes if you packed an extra pair.<br />
Expand your luggage if it has this feature, but make sure it will still fit the dimensions of carry-on luggage. Typically no taller than 22 inches, no wider than 14 inches, and no deeper than 9 inches, although each airline may have specific rules.</li>
<li><strong>Roll Undergarments Tightly</strong><br />
Items of lesser importance (socks, underwear, undershirts, pajamas) should be rolled tightly to free up space. These items, if folded loosely, take up valuable luggage space. Also, pack these items at the bottom of your bag, creating a flat surface for the rest of your clothing to sit on. This will help your dress shirts, pants, and dresses lay flat and reduce wrinkling.</li>
<li><strong>Reduce Packaging</strong><br />
If you need to bring prescription or other medications, think about how many doses you will need on your trip. Take them out of the original prescription containers, and pack them in a small bag. The bag can then be packed inside a pair of shoes to further reduce the amount of luggage space your medications take up.<br />
If you are packing your toiletries in your carry-on bag, be sure to know the <a href="/blog/2013/01/11/tsa-carry-on-rules/">TSA 3-1-1 rules</a> to avoid having these items confiscated at airport security.</li>
<li><strong>Know How To Identify Your Bags<br />
</strong>Even if you are not checking your luggage, it is still helpful to have an identification tag or some other unique marking system to identify your bags.<br />
Often times bags come out of the security screening before the security agents have completed their screening on you. Since many travelers still use solid black bags, another traveler can unintentionally pick up the wrong bag on the other end of the security checkpoint. Two travelers with similar bags who are standing in a crowded line may also mix up their bags.<br />
<a title="Luggage bag tag" href="http://ogomo.com/luggage-bags/lewis-n-clark-leather-luggage-tag">Bag tags</a> can help identify your bag up close, or <a title="Luggage belt straps" href="http://ogomo.com/luggage-bags/lewis-n-clark-luggage-belt">luggage belt straps</a> can help you spot your bag from a distance in the event someone walks off with your bag.<br />
Other ways of identifying your luggage can include using bright colored/patterned luggage, tie ribbons or colored tape to the handle, or get a stencil and fabric spray paint to add your own personal touch to your bag. The goal is to be unique, so get creative!</li>
</ul>
<p>Did we forget anything, or know of any better suggestions? Let us know in the comments.</p>
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		<title>TSA Carry On Rules</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jan 2013 20:28:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ogomo</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has conducted extensive explosives testing, which determined that liquids, aerosols and gels, in limited quantities, are safe to bring aboard an aircraft. To standardize the amount of liquids, aerosols, and gels that passengers are allowed to bring on board in their carry-on luggage, the TSA has developed the following guidelines:</p> [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-18" alt="TSA Carry On Rules" src="http://ogomo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Background-150x150.jpg" width="150" height="150" />The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has conducted extensive explosives testing, which determined that liquids, aerosols and gels, in limited quantities, are safe to bring aboard an aircraft. To standardize the amount of liquids, aerosols, and gels that passengers are allowed to bring on board in their carry-on luggage, the TSA has developed the following guidelines:</p>
<h2>TSA 3-1-1 for Carry On Luggage</h2>
<ul>
<li>Each bottle must be 3.4 ounces (100ml) or less by volume.</li>
<li>Each bottle must fit comfortably inside one quart-sized, clear, plastic, zip-top bag.</li>
<li>Only one quart-sized bag per passenger is allowed.</li>
<li>Bags must be placed separately inside the screening bin at the security checkpoint.</li>
</ul>
<h3><a href="/toiletry-kits">Click here for TSA 3-1-1 approved carry-on travel toiletry kits</a>.</h3>
<p>The TSA has certain exceptions to the 3-1-1 rules. Reasonable quantities of the following items are permitted in excess of 3.4 ounces:</p>
<ul>
<li>Prescription and over-the-counter medicines.</li>
<li>Baby formula, breast milk, and juice for a baby or small child.</li>
<li>Liquids including water, juice, or liquid nutrition or gels for passengers with a disability or medical condition.</li>
<li>Life-support and life-sustaining liquids.</li>
<li>Items used to augment the body for medical or cosmetic reasons.</li>
<li>Frozen items as long as they are frozen solid when presented for screening. Partially melted items must meet 3-1-1 requirements.</li>
<li>Other essential liquids, gels and aerosols.</li>
</ul>
<p>The items listed above should be presented and declared to a security officer at the checkpoint, as they are subject to additional screening.</p>
<h3>TSA List of Permitted and Prohibited Items for Carry-on and Checked Luggage</h3>
<p>Note that this list is subject to change. Please check with the TSA, or your airline to see if the items you are traveling with are permitted prior to your trip.</p>
<div>
<table style="width: 100%;" border="1" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" align="left">
<thead>
<tr>
<th scope="col" align="left">Item</th>
<th colspan="2" scope="col" align="center">Prohibited?</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td></td>
<td><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Carry-on?</span></td>
<td><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Checked?</span></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Box Cutters</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ice Axes/Ice Picks</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Knives &#8211; except for plastic or round bladed butter knives</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Meat Cleavers</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Razor-Type Blades &#8211; such as box cutters, utility knives, and safety razor blades (disposable razors and their cartridges are permitted)</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sabers</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scissors &#8211; metal with pointed tips and blades shorter than 4 inches are allowed, but blades longer than 4 inches are prohibited</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Swords &#8211; cutting or thrusting weapons, including fencing foils</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Baseball Bats</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bows and Arrows</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cricket Bats</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Golf Clubs</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hockey Sticks</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lacrosse Sticks</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pool Cues</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ski Poles</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Spear Guns</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ammunition &#8211; Check with your airline</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>BB Guns</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Compressed Air Guns</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Unloaded Firearms &#8211; Declare to your airline</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Unloaded Flare Guns &#8211; Declare to your airline</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Flares</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gun Lighters &#8211; without lighter fluid</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gun Powder and Percussion Caps</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Parts of Guns and Firearms</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pellet Guns</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Realistic Replicas of Firearms</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Unloaded Starter Pistols &#8211; Declare to your airline</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Axes and Hatchets</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Cattle Prods</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Crowbars</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hammers</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Drills and drill bits</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Saws</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tools greater than 7 inches in length</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tools less than 7 inches in length (unless otherwise prohibited)</td>
<td>OK</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Screwdrivers 7 inches or less in length</td>
<td>OK</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wrenches and Pliers 7 inches or less in length</td>
<td>OK</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Billy Clubs</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Black Jacks</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brass Knuckles</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kubatons</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Self Defense Sprays (limited quantities &#8211; check requirements before traveling)</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Martial Arts Weapons</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Night Sticks</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nunchucks</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stun Guns/Shocking Devices</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Throwing Stars</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Blasting Caps</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dynamite</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fireworks</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Flares (in any form)</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Hand Grenades</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Plastic Explosives</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Realistic Replicas of Explosives</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Aerosol (any except for personal care or toiletries in limited quantities)</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fuels</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gasoline</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gas Torches</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lighter Fluid</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Common Lighters &#8211; Lighters without fuel are permitted in checked baggage. Lighters with fuel are prohibited in checked baggage, unless they adhere to the Department of Transportation (DOT) exemption, which allows up to two fueled lighters if properly enclosed in a DOT approved case.</td>
<td>OK</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Torch Lighters</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Strike-anywhere Matches &#8211; One book of safety (non-strike anywhere) matches are permitted as carry-on items.</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Flammable Paints</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Turpentine and Paint Thinner</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Realistic Replicas of Incendiaries</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chlorine for Pools and Spas</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Small compressed gas cartridges (Up to 2 in life vests and 2 spares. The spares must accompany the life vests and presented as one unit).</td>
<td>OK</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Fire extinguishers, and other compressed gas cylinders</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Liquid Bleach</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Spillable Batteries (except those in wheelchairs)</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Spray Paint</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tear Gas</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vehicle Airbags</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gel-type candles</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Non-flammable liquid, gel, or aerosol paint</td>
<td>OK &#8211; 3.4 ounces (100ml) or smaller container</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Flammable liquid, gel, or aerosol paint</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Snow globes and like decorations regardless of size or amount of liquid inside</td>
<td>No</td>
<td>OK</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h4>Carry on toiletry rules for luggage are set by the Department of Homeland Security Transportation Security Administration</h4>
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		<title>5 Security Cameras to Watch Your House While on Vacation</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 27 Dec 2012 19:05:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Mashable.com recently posted their top 5 picks for home security surveillance camera systems. Their list includes cameras that will fit most budgets, ranging anywhere from $149 to $349+.</p> <p>Most offer options to remotely pan or zoom. And some even have motion detection, so that you can be alerted if someone is inside your home.</p> <p>A list of [...]]]></description>
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<p>Mashable.com recently posted their top 5 picks for home security surveillance camera systems. Their list includes cameras that will fit most budgets, ranging anywhere from $149 to $349+.</p>
<p>Most offer options to remotely pan or zoom. And some even have motion detection, so that you can be alerted if someone is inside your home.</p>
<p>A list of the cameras, with an overview of their features can be found below. <a title="Home Security Cameras" href="http://mashable.com/2012/12/22/home-security-cameras" target="_blank">For the full article from mashable.com, click here</a>.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Logitech Security Cameras</h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Base system starts at $300, and features 720p HD video, motion detection, and email/cellphone alerts. Optional web or mobile accessibility costs an extra $79.99.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Dropcam HD Wi-Fi Monitoring Camera</h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Camera is priced at $149, and comes with free apps for iOS and Android. Features 720p HD video, wi-fi connection, motion detection, email/cellphone alerts and two-way audio. Setup takes just 60 seconds, and will keep recording despite possible interruptions in your wi-fi connection.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2>VueZone</h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Starting at $199, this camera is recommended for a wireless home security installation. Free iOS and Android apps allow you to tune into live streams from anywhere. Features 640p, motion detection, email/cell phone alerts, digital zoom and panning, and photo capture capabilities.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Foscam</h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>A wireless IP camera allows digital feeds to be accessed from any web-enabled device. Each network can support nine cameras, with motion detection, email/cellphone alerts, digital zoom and panning, photo capture capabilities, and free iOS and Android apps. Camera starts at $199.99.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Archerfish</h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Archerfish Solo starts at $349.99, which includes one camera, or the Archerfish Quattro, which includes four cameras. It&#8217;s smart technology analyzes footage before sending out alerts to your computer, iPhone, or iPod touch. It allows you to customize when and where you want to receive alerts so, for example you can only receive notifications when someone is on the front porch between 9am-5pm on weekdays.</p>
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		<title>Airport Security Tops List of Travel Frustrations</title>
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<p>We created the infographic below to illustrate the results.<br />
<strong>Note: Click the circle next to each complaint to change the data.</strong></p>
<h2>TSA Carry-On Rules</h2>
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		<title>Avoid Jet Lag</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Dec 2012 19:36:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>After a long trip, you finally reach your destination and check into your hotel room. You are exhausted and just want to get a good night’s sleep. But your neighbors are loud, you are by an elevator, and the bright light from the hallway is disturbing you. What do you do?</p> How To Avoid Jet Lag <p>Be [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><div id="attachment_625" class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 160px"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/quinnanya/"><img src="http://ogomo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/do-not-disturb.jpg" alt="Do Not Disturb Sign" title="Do Not Disturb Sign" width="150" height="150" class="size-full wp-image-625" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">&copy; quinn.anya</p></div>After a long trip, you finally reach your destination and check into your hotel room. You are exhausted and just want to get a good night’s sleep. But your neighbors are loud, you are by an elevator, and the bright light from the hallway is disturbing you. What do you do?</p>
<h2>How To Avoid Jet Lag</h2>
<p>Be prepared- If you are not a night owl and like to go to bed early, you may want to check the neighborhood of the hotel. If there are a lot of nightclubs, sporting events/arenas, or casinos around, you may have a lot of noise during the late evening to early morning hours. Once you find the perfect hotel ask for a room at the end of the hallway. You are less likely to have people walking by your room, than you would be if you were closer to the elevator or stairs.</p>
<ul>
<li>Bring along a <a title="Sleep Mask" href="http://ogomo.com/macks-dreamweaver-contoured-black-sleep-mask">sleep mask</a> and <a href="http://ogomo.com/index.php?route=product%2Fsearch&amp;keyword=ear+plugs">ear plugs</a>.</li>
<li>Take a shower when you get to your hotel. I hate feeling grimy, and a shower with all of my favorite <a href="http://ogomo.com/personal-care/soap-body-wash">soaps</a> and <a href="http://ogomo.com/personal-care/hair-care/shampoo-conditioner">shampoos</a> are a great way to relax.</li>
<li>Have a little snack.</li>
<li>Ask for extra pillows and blankets.</li>
<li>Set the thermostat at a comfortable sleeping temperature. Try to get the room to feel as close to home as possible.</li>
<li>Don’t over indulge in food or alcohol. This can make you have an even more restless sleep.</li>
<li>Take a <a href="http://ogomo.com/help-i-cant-sleep">sleep aid</a> to help you get to sleep. This is especially useful if you are uncomfortable sleeping in unfamiliar hotel rooms, or if you have a lot on your mind. Make sure you read the instructions and warnings carefully, and consult your pharmacist or doctor if you take any other medications.</li>
<li>Set at least one alarm and have a wake up call if you need to be up for an appointment. Most cell phones have an alarm function built into them &#8211; just be sure to plug it into the charger before taking that sleeping pill!</li>
<li>Hang a do not disturb sign on your door. <a title="Do Not Disturb Sign" href="http://ogomo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/do-not-disturb-sign.png">Click here to print your own do not disturb sign for free</a>.</li>
</ul>
<p>With these easy tips, you should be able to get a great night’s sleep no matter where you travel!</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Getting ready for a great vacation is exciting, but when you get to your destination and find crowds as far as the eye can see, you may feel disappointed. If you aren’t a crowds person (I’m not) you might want to check out the “off season” for your destination. For any type of vacation that might be [...]]]></description>
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<p>Getting ready for a great vacation is exciting, but when you get to your destination and find crowds as far as the eye can see, you may feel disappointed. If you aren’t a crowds person (I’m not) you might want to check out the “off season” for your destination. For any type of vacation that might be “kid friendly”, you can assume school vacations (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Spring Break, and Summer) are going to be the busiest times.</p>
<h2>Guidelines for off-season vacations:</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Disney</strong>-The lowest attendance is in January and Early February, and September</li>
<li><strong>Cruises</strong>-Each destination will vary. <a title="CruiseCritic " href="http://www.cruisecritic.com/articles.cfm?ID=133" target="_blank">Cruisecritic.com</a> has great information about the high and low seasons for various locations, including:
<ul>
<li>Alaska: High season [June-August] | Low season [May and September]</li>
<li>Australia: High season [late November to March] | Low season [May - September]</li>
<li>Bermuda: High season [June - August] | Low season [April - May; September - October]</li>
<li>Canada/New England: High season [September and October] | Low season [May - August]</li>
<li>Caribbean: High season [Late June - August; Christmas and New Year's weeks; February - mid-April] | Low season [Late April - May; September - early January (excluding holiday weeks)]</li>
<li>Europe River Cruises: High season [April - October] | Low season [March; Late November - December]</li>
<li>Hawaii: High season [Late December - April] | Low season [May - June; September - mid-December]</li>
<li>Mediterranean: High season [May - September] | Low season [October - April]</li>
<li>Mexican Riviera: High season [Holiday weeks; February - mid-April ] | Low season [Early January and May; October - November]</li>
<li>Northern Europe: High season [June - August] | Low season [May and September]</li>
<li>South America: High season [November - March] | Low season [April and October ]</li>
<li>Tahiti/South Pacific: High season [May - October ] | Low season [November - April]</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Indoor Water Resorts-</strong>have grown in popularity across the Northeast and have great specials in the summer months, but expect them to be very busy in the winter.</li>
<li><strong>Europe</strong>- Each country has different off-seasons. The countries on the Mediterranean Sea will be very popular in the summer months. In general, travel throughout northern Europe in the winter may not be as easy because of weather conditions. However, during the summer, many cities do not have as many attractions open since many Europeans travel to the beaches themselves.</li>
<li><strong>The Caribbean</strong>-A definite destination for the January, February, March and April. Warmer temperatures are inviting this time of year for those looking to escape the snow. Also, this time of year is not during the Hurricane season, so traveling will be safer.</li>
</ul>
<p>When looking for a destination, tourism sites will be able to tell you the approximate amount of visitors to the area per month. Whether you want a nice relaxing vacation, or a bustling adventure full of other people, finding out before you book will help you achieve the vacation of your dreams.</p>
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				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>Upscale amenities before you hit your vacation destination?</h2>
<p><div id="attachment_594" class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 250px"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/dokas/"><img src="http://ogomo.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/5060750301_6a66f8d062_m.jpg" alt="Upscale Airport Wine Tasting" title="Upscale Airport Wine Tasting" width="240" height="180" class="size-full wp-image-594" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">&copy; Phil Dokas</p></div>Count me in!</p>
<p>Airports are now getting a piece of the vacation action by offering massages, wine tastings, upscale restaurants (think no more reheated pizza and chicken fingers), children’s play areas and pet hotels. No need to be bored in some of the bigger airports either, free Wi-Fi isn&#8217;t the only thing available.</p>
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<li><a href="http://www.xpresspa.com/spas-a/204.htm" target="_blank">Xpress Spa</a> &#8211; An upscale, 5th Avenue Spa concept adapted for the airport – the place where travelers need it the most. Currently they offer spa services at 37 locations in 15 airports, with another 14 locations coming soon.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.vinovolo.com/locations.php" title="Vino Volo" target="_blank">Vino Volo</a> &#8211; Each store is a comfortable post-security retreat for air travelers, combining a cozy wine lounge, restaurant, and boutique wine shop. Vino Volo (derived from &#8220;wine flight&#8221; in Italian) offers wines from around the world by the glass, in tasting flights, and by the bottle for guests to take home or have shipped. Vino Volo can be found in 14 airports across the country.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.otgmanagement.com/concepts-and-locations/" title="OTG Management" target="_blank">OTG Management</a> &#8211; OTG operates award-winning restaurants, that just happen to be located in airports. You&#8217;ll get the same quality, variety and atmosphere at their restaurants that you would expect to find at your favorite local restaurant. Expansive menus are paired with outstanding wines and custom cocktails. Currently in nine airports nationwide.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.petparadiseresort.com/" title="Pet Paradise Resorts" target="_blank">Pet Paradise Resorts</a> &#8211; Offers full service dog boarding, cat boarding, grooming services and pet daycare at each of their 18 resorts. While their resorts are located mostly in the South, there are a host of <a href="http://www.pettravel.com/news_airport_pet_hotels.cfm" title="Pet Hotels" target="_blank">other similar locations throughout the country</a>.</li>
<p>Have a long layover and feeling tired? At Atlanta and Philadelphia airports, you can catch a snooze at <a href="http://minutesuites.com/" target="_blank" title="Minute Suites">Minute Suites</a>- a small 7’ by 8’ room with a small bed, desk and tv can lull you into sleep. Similar amenities are also offered in San Francisco, London, Dubai and Moscow.</p>
<p>Some other interesting finds-downloading movies onto your laptop or iPad at St. Paul airport in Minneapolis, a bike assemble/disassemble area in Portland, Oregon and so much more. Before you arrive at your airport, check out the website to see what there is to offer. Many of these features are hidden gems, and may not be available at all terminals. </p>
<p>If you are traveling for work or pleasure, you can find a bit of paradise in the airports thanks to the thoughtfulness of businesses that are built upon your comfort and enjoyment!</p>
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		<title>Whatever The Weather&#8230;</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Whatever the weather, Ogomo has you covered.</p> Traveling to Different Climates <p>If you are from the northern U.S. and traveling south, you know that before the first leaf hits the ground, finding <a href="http://ogomo.com/sunscreen" title="sunscreen" target="_blank">sunscreen</a> in a local store is next to impossible. Fortunately for you, <a href="http://ogomo.com/sunscreen" title="sunscreen" target="_blank">Ogomo has you covered</a>. And [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whatever the weather, Ogomo has you covered.</p>
<h2>Traveling to Different Climates</h2>
<p>If you are from the northern U.S. and traveling south, you know that before the first leaf hits the ground, finding <a href="http://ogomo.com/sunscreen" title="sunscreen" target="_blank">sunscreen</a> in a local store is next to impossible. Fortunately for you, <a href="http://ogomo.com/sunscreen" title="sunscreen" target="_blank">Ogomo has you covered</a>. And if you are headed north to a snowy destination from the south, can you find the <a href="http://ogomo.com/lip-care" title="lip balm" target="_blank">lip balm</a> you need to protect your lips from the cold?</p>
<h2>Smartphone Travel Weather Apps</h2>
<p>If you are traveling to a destination that has temperatures different from your own, you also might want to look into a weather app for your smart phone. Although most travel sites have an average temperature posted, it might not show you what the weather is during the particular week that you are traveling. While not always 100% accurate, they usually can warn you of bad weather, as well as unusually warm or cold spells. Be prepared with extra clothes just in case the weather differs from the norm.</p>
<h2>Stay Healthy on the Road</h2>
<p>Another tip for traveling to a different climate is to have <a href="http://ogomo.com/first-aid-supplies" title="medications and first-aid supplies" target="_blank">medications and first-aid supplies</a> readily available should something in the environment bother you: <a href="http://ogomo.com/claritin" title="claritin" target="_blank">Claritin</a>, <a href="http://ogomo.com/advil" title="Advil" target="_blank">Advil</a> or <a href="http://ogomo.com/tylenol" title="Tylenol" target="_blank">Tylenol</a> are great to keep with you while on the road. Even though it might not be allergy season at home, you never know what might be in the air when you travel. Certain plants, trees, smog and other pollutants might not be native to your hometown. While on the road, they might be just what causes you to have allergies, or a pressure headache.</p>
<p>You can never be too prepared for different weather! Enjoy your travels!</p>
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