Buckwheat proves for a lightweight pillow with a perfect texture that conforms and molds to your body contours. Many reviewers rave about an ideal firmness vs. softness. What’s more, the pillow is completely adjustable. You’ll be hard pressed to find another lunar pillow that allows you to remove the fillings so that it is tailored it to your specific needs.

Product Features

• Machine washable cover
• Filled with premium organic buckwheat hulls (the outside husk on the grains) grown in the Ukraine
• Ability to adjust the filling
• Convenient webbing handles on each end of the pillow
• Highly portable and unobtrusive

Bucky Baxter Lumbar Support Pillow,Black

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The pillow will compress to around a fifth of its size for packing but will bounce back perfectly for use.  It makes for a highly versatile alternative to the traditional U shaped travel pillow.  Use it while camping, in the car, in the RV, at the hotel or when flying.  Given the high quality goose down interior and rich Egyptian cotton exterior, you may also find that you use it at home!

Product Features

• Egyptian cotton cover woven in Germany.
• Filled with 4 ounces of 700 fill power, Eastern European goose down
• Compresses for packing–springs back to life.
• Size: 12 inches x 16 inches.
• backed up by top rated customer service

Travel Pillow with 700 Fill Power Goose Down

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We were particularly pleased to learn that Eagle Creek has a responsible approach towards the environment, strives to reduce waste and only sources from responsible suppliers.

There have been some negative reviews about leaks and difficult inflation. But this well priced, ultralight, compact pillow will be a great option for many travelers. And for many other reviewers, well, Eagle Creek simply rules.

Product Features

• Adjustable inflatable pillow
• Designed with environmental responsibility in mind
• Ultra-soft zip on washable microfleece cover
• Available in gray, red, blue and green
• Available in 1 size only
• When deflated the pillow measures 8 x 7 x 0.8 inches and can be folded further.

Eagle Creek Travel Gear Comfort Travel Pillow,Charcoal

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The Miracle Neck Rest is far less bulky than the standard horseshoe shaped neck pillows on the market and does not push your head and neck forward uncomfortably.  In fact this travel pillow does the opposite:  The manufactures have patented a design that allows your head to tip backwards to create the sensation of reclining a little more fully than you really are.

And while most memory foam pillows are heavy, bulky and a hassle to carry around, this one is compact and lightweight.  Sometimes the simplest design wins out. But bear in mind that this may be a smaller travel pillow than you are used to seeing on the plane.

Product features

• Designed to fit the gap between your next and the seat
• Made from high grade molded memory foam
• Head is allowed to tip back slightly
• Small and easy to carry
• Removable, washable cover

Super Sale! Miracle Neck Rest – Memory Foam Takes The Strain and Tension Out of Travel (Color: Dark Blue)

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Unlike other travel pillows where the panels only reach along the side of the face, this pillow extends further around providing under chin support in addition to neck support.  Your head and neck is cradled in comfort enabling you to fall asleep in an upright position.

While it will never be as portable as an inflatable design, the pillow is not as bulky as it looks in the picture and compacts down well for carrying.  This is a great option for a comfortable ride with no neck stiffness, head swaying or hyper-extension.  The Comfy Commuter pillow will remain firmly in place for the entire flight or car ride, if you need it to.

Product Features

• Provides under chin support as well as full head and neck comfort
• Not bulky and ultralight
• Handy side pocket and built in bag that wont go missing
• Top quality engineering
• Soft and flexible but without compromising support
• Will retain its shape after washing
• Does not slip about while in use
• Made in the USA

Neck Support Pillow for Travel and Home w/ Bag – made in USA! Seconds

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Some reviewers complain that the pillow has weak seams and can become easily torn.  So only purchase this if you are prepared to be gentle with it.  If you are looking for a pillow that can provide all kinds of support then this is certainly an option to consider.  However as a dedicated travel pillow it may disappoint.

Total Pillow Features

• Twist into any shape to support different parts of the body and target key pressure points.
• The design will retain whatever shape you adjust it into.
• Very soft and comfortable covering.
• Easy to snap onto your roller bag when traveling by air.
• Microbead pillows are very popular among users.

Total Pillow As Seen On TV

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The sides of the pillow have been ergonomically shaped to provide a high level of support to your head and neck.  Heavier areas and pressure points sink further into the pillow receiving additional support without “bottoming out”.  After use the pillow returns to its original shape.

In general memory foam travel pillows are more bulky than inflatable models.  But many travelers choose to sacrifice some portability for the added support and comfort that memory foam provides. For a smaller option have a look at this memory foam neck pillow.

Product Features

• The contoured side panels cradle your neck and support your head allowing your neck and shoulder muscles to relax fully.
• The underside of the pillow is designed to rest on your shoulders for additional stability.
• The high quality memory foam construction molds around you
• Back of pillow is contoured to comfortably support your neck.
• The cover is made 100% cotton that is machine-washable.

Memory Foam U Neck Airplane Travel Pillow

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As an inflatable pillow, it’s lightweight and highly portable. But unlike other inflatables on the market, it does this without sacrificing any of the support needed for a comfortable rest.  Just read some of the reviews below collected by the manufacturer from major newspapers and travel writers:

TravelRest Features

• The pillow inflates in 3-4 breaths, deflates in seconds. Adjust it to the exact level of firmness and support you need.
• The pillow enables you to rest in a natural position that supports your entire upper body!
• Attaches easily to most high back seats or headrests, so it won’t slip away. The tether can also be wrapped around the body if no seat back is available.
• Designed for extreme portability. The pillow only weighs 10 ounces. Rolls it up and pack it away, or snap it onto your roller bag for quick access.
• Works in planes, cars, trains, buses, trams, airport terminals, stations, wheelchairs.

Glowing Feedback For The TravelRest Pillow

• USA TODAY Nov 2008 “just begs you to snuggle up and take a nap“
• BOSTON GLOBE Nov 2008 “a nice way to nap” “it lived up to its name“
• SAN FRANCISCO EXAMINER Nov 2008 “Best Travel Pillows” “two thumbs up“
• CANADA-THE OTTAWA CITIZEN “Why it makes the list: This innovative device keeps your noggin upright.”
• VAGABLOND Jan 2009 “My new travel BFF” ” I could just kiss (the inventor) for designing this snazzy little guy“
• CHICAGO TRIBUNE Jan 2009 “The tether works, and the long, curved design of the pillow gives a delicious sense of snuggling up with one of those full-body bed pillows“
• CRUNCH GEAR Feb 2009 “it works as advertised” “I was the only one waking up from my naps without a cramped neck“
• ALLOY Dec 2008 “is a gift that screams practical“
• CURVE MAGAZINE Dec 2008 “the best travel pillow out there thanks to it’s ergonomic shape“
• HAPPILY TRAVELING Oct 2008 “I slept like a well fed baby. I highly recommend it. No more stiff mangled necks here!“
• GO EUROPE/ABOUT-COM Oct 2008 “More stable than other neck pillows“
• HIP COMPASS Sept 2008 “the most comfortable travel pillow I have ever used“
• LOS ANGELES TIMES June 2008 “long flights can be a little more comfy with these compact travel pillows“

TravelRest – The Travel Pillow Reinvented – Blue

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Nicaragua is slowly emerging as a permanent fixture on the world tourism map and hosting the popular Survivor show will help strengthen the country’s position. A typical Survivor series is watched by 15 million Americans per week and airs in over 100 countries worldwide.

The crew are receiving a warm welcome at the top Nicaragua hotels and the town of San Juan del Sur is buzzing in anticipation of the start of the series.

This Los Angeles Times article in May 2010 describes a volcano hike up Concepcion, one of the twin peaks (the other is Maderas) that make up Ometepe Island.  The volcano has not erupted for half a century but is still considered active due to the occasional release of ash.  Enough to add a bit of adventure to the trip.

In April the Chicago Tribune covered a destination wedding at a resort in San Juan del Sur. According to the article, destination weddings have increased 400 percent since 2001. Nicaragua certainly adds a bit of exotic to the standard wedding program, especially if guests have time to see a bit of the country.

“I’m here for the surf” was the reason given by Paul Carpenter for his Nicaragua trip covered by the Calgary Sun in January. Friendly people, warm weather, stupendous beaches and a low cost of living were the added attractions. More and more Canadians are visiting Nicaragua and taking positive stories of their visit back home.

We’ll keep you updated as more stories roll off the press.