Do you march to the beat of your own drum? Do you really
just not care at all what others think of you? Do you love to travel? If you answered “YES!” to these questions, I salute you! Being
different isn’t easy.
Here are some travel accessories that might appeal to you:
1. I’m tired and I don’t care
This is an oldie-but-a-goodie. The SkyRest Travel Pillow (a.k.a. that massive tray-table sleeping
wedge) has been a staple of the SkyMall catalogue for as long as any of us can
remember. The man shown sleeping in the photo is basically a celebrity. Bless
his heart! He looks so serene. For the low, low price of just US $29.95, you too can drool all over your tray-table
and garner looks of jealously and admiration from your fellow passengers. And
if you’re really lucky you might just
become a celebrity too; because thanks to the wonders of mobile technology and
social media, “passenger shaming” is now a thing.
2. I’m tall and I don’t care
This one really has the internet up in arms. The Knee Defender got some major press
recently after a United Airlines flight diverted to Denver because two passengers
had a fight over the use of it… and that is not the only reported disturbance.
The device is cheap (US $22) and simple: two plastic bits clip onto your open
tray-table and prevent the person in front of you from reclining their
seat. Many airlines have banned the product and some have likened the use of a Knee Defender to smoking or doing drugs on the plane. This one could get you in trouble, but its fine as long as you don’t
care.
Get it here: http://www.gadgetduck.com/
3. I’m probably lost and I don’t care
T-shirts emblazoned with trite statements or "grey-area" humor are the hallmark of the person who could not care less. For the indifferent
globetrotter, this one by SpreadShirt
is ideal. You’re probably the kind of person who doesn’t worry much about
whether they’re in the right hotel, at the right gate, on the right plane etc.
When used properly, this shirt ensures that OTHER PEOPLE can easily determine
where you’re supposed to be, and worry about s#^% for you.
4. I’m very anti-social and I don’t care
If this product appeals to you, you’re probably a
jerk. But, since you don’t care if people think you’re a jerk or not, you
want it. Maybe you already have it. This veil of secrecy and seclusion is
called the “B-tourist” and is the brainchild
of some Israeli design students. It has a handy pocket for your pepper spray
and industrial-grade hand sanitizer. I am very keen to hear from anyone who has
seen this puppy in action.
Not sure how you can get your hand on one of these, but it’s
photographed from almost every conceivable angle here: http://www.designboom.com/design/idan-noyberg-gal-bulka-flight-comfort-b-tourist-strip-05-12-2014/
5. I am not sober and I don’t care
It’s hard not to marvel at the last accessory on the “I don’t
care” list. The ingenuity of it! Drinks at the airport are always too expensive
and many airlines now charge for booze as well, what’s a person to do? Look no
further than “Flip Flasks”, the perfect
footwear for the traveller who cares so little about hygiene (or anything, for
that matter) that they’re prepared to drink out of something that has foot AND
dirty floor-junk all over it. These babies come in three styles: Plain, pot leaf
making peace sign, and skull and crossbones. WARNING! this product is not intended
for use in US airports where shoe removal is mandatary.
Get it here: http://www.flipflask.com/buy.html
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