The 2011 Travel Goods Show March 6-8, 2011 Next-Gen Travel Goods: For Travel Days, and Everyday

On March 6, Chicago's McCormick Place becomes travel goods central, when it hosts The Travel Goods Show, the world's largest trade show for travel products.

Today's travel goods aren't reserved solely for travel days — most people's number-one piece of travel gear is something they rely on every single day. It's a laptop or tablet carrier, a purse, a wallet, briefcase, messenger bag or backpack. And if you were to peek inside those purses, briefcases and everyday bags you'd see they're filled with travel items that help improve organization, provide comfort and enhance personal safety. Whether it's a trip around the world or a trek across town, travel goods are everyday problem-solvers that let people bring along the things that make them feel at home.

What's more, the new generation of travel goods provides more value, more versatility and functionality. And they help people travel smarter — lighter luggage helps dodge overweight baggage fees, travel clothing combines versatility with reduced bulk, better carry-on bags keep you organized and avoid checked bag charges.

With more than 2,000 lines representing more than 40,000 products, The Show is the annual must-see event that sets the tone for the travel goods industry. For more information about the The 2011 Travel Goods Show, see the website http://www.travel-goods.org/the-travel-goods-show/contact or email Cathy at cathy@travel-goods.org .