Thought for the week

The grass may be greener on the other side, but you still have to mow it. Enjoy the journey!

Thought for the week

If you are inclined to chase rainbows, just make sure the pot of gold you seek is truly what you want. Enjoy the journey!

Thought for the week

One of the most often asked questions is "Where are you going? " Travel brings out the very best in us. It enriches our lives, enlightens our senses and teaches us the value of others' perspectives and cultures. Enjoy the journey!

KIVA Designs is simply the best!

by Peter Garrison

I have been using KIVA Designs for my choice of travel gear for over 10 years and I have never been disappointed. Their tag line of “Carry your world” is the essence and the mission of all the products they manufacture. Each bag that I have used has a great deal of function with well-designed pockets to separate my personal items for easy access. It takes the guesswork out of finding things after a long journey.

My all time favorite KIVA bag is the Giant Big Mouth Duffel for its large capacity, drop bottom compartment and ease of getting it through lots of foot traffic. It even performed extraordinary navigating through the uneven cobblestone streets of Nantucket on my way to a fabulous Bed & Breakfast inn. The wide mouth opening, an exclusive KIVA patent, makes it a cinch to find anything you need in a hurry. This bag is tough, durable and well constructed, capable of handling by the worst of baggage handlers.

For the past several years KIVA has expanded their trend setting line of bags into day totes, cutting edge computer bags and performance rolling luggage. And their lightweight and unique “Convertible” line, (slings, duffels, packs and totes) is terrific for kids and adults of all sizes. Further, KIVA has the licensing to manufacture the popular Rick Steves line of travel bags. In the ever evolving and competitive travel gear industry today, one cannot find the fusion of the science of materials, the art of design with the longevity of performance at such a comfortable price point.

As a testament to their pursuit of excellence, read what their lifetime warranty is: “Every KIVA product comes with our guarantee that it will be free from material and manufacturing defects for the life of the product. If such a defect should appear, we will repair or replace the product (at our option) free of charge.”

In short, I guess I would say I’m hooked for life!

Receive a FREE set of Rick Steves Packing cubes with a minimum purchase of $125

The five-inch deep design is great for organizing shirts, undergarments, socks and other personal belongings. Each close securely with a 3-side perimeter zipper. The super strong mesh material collapses to almost nothing when not in use. Includes one large and two small cubes that easily fit into any piece of luggage you own.

Thought for the week

What ever you think you know - becomes wisdom. Where ever you think you're going - you're almost there. Who ever you think you are - you're better. Life changes constantly. Enjoy the journey!

Who are we?

Life's A Trip® was conceived in 1998 from the idea that each individual yearns to fulfill their dreams and their lives with new meaningful experiences. With that in mind, our company caters to those who seek to indulge their senses through travel and worldly exploration...for those who enjoy the journey as much as the destination.

Our products and designs are versatile, innovative, practical and unique, as are each of our own travel destinations. We carry state of the art travel gear and luggage, convertibles, carry-on bags, computer bags or that unique travel accessory from KIVA Designs and Rick Steves offering a wide range of selection and colors for the discerning traveler. Those brands, coupled with a fun sense of style for every day bags from Fatboy round out our selection.

Our clothing collection for women, featuring Sense Clothing, Blue Canoe Organic Clothing and Zensei Wear was created to be interchangeable, layered and wearable year round. These lines stress comfort, style, a sense of freedom from everyday stress and ease of care. Whether you are headed to your favorite resort or about to catch a flight to your next destination, our travel clothing will put your mind at ease.

For our men’s clothing, we manufacture our own Hawaiian style island shirts. And the quality shows! We offer a great selection of colors and themes that emphasizes that retro look, sports, tropical, Happy Hour and surf. Check out our golf polo shirts or the logo tees and caps while you’re at it!

Planning a cruise to the tropics? We can help with the best values around on durable and fashionable Panama hats and fedoras, straw sun hats and raffia hats. These are the real thing, hand woven in Ecuador, blocked and trimmed in the US. Check out our “Best Seller”, the California Classic Lifeguard hat! If you want an even wider selection of women’s fashion hats for Fall/Winter, we have that too!

In today's demanding market, decisions are driven by conscious lifestyle choices—including social and environmental responsibility, competitive pricing, wellness and personal development...for those with a passion for travel in a world of astonishing diversity.

What fuels our growth is a commitment to help each individual enjoy his or her own journey and share experiences. It is the core of our mission. With all the products we offer, we strive to maintain a sense of style, fun, design integrity, superior quality and excellent customer satisfaction. And the best part of all, we stand 100% behind everything we sell!

Thought for the week

Your 1st hundred years are always the hardest. Enjoy the journey!