VERY couple of months Magellan’s, "the world’s most trusted source of travel supplies," publishes a new catalog of essentials for anyone about to hit the road or the skies for points beyond one’s home. To keep you stylish and comfortable on your journey, carefully consider the following selections. See them all at www.magellans.com.

The Rolling Upright of Magellan’s IV Collection, its flagship luggage line, is light yet durable, with protective honeycomb frame and ballistic nylon outside. It comes with packing cube to organize contents, and an exclusive organizer board with hidden pockets and flat bottom. The Rolling Upright comes in four sizes: the 21 inch at $229, the 24 inch at $249 (photo), the 27 inch at $269, and the Tote with detachable shoulder strap and mesh pouch at $99.

The Walkin’ Bag is smartly designed with four swiveling wheels to makes it easy to maneuver backwards, forwards and sideways. A great convenience! Three exterior pockets add more storage room with easy access. Available in two carry-on sizes: 15 inch at $145 and 20 inch at $185.

Clark’s Leather Loafer is fine for dressy and casual moments. Its classic slip-on styling allows for quick on-and-off at airport security. The footbed is cushioned for shock absorbing comfort. Comes in black or brown, $79.

Obus Forme Seat Cushion combines heat and massage to relieve back pain on those long hauls in flight or on the road. Attach it to the sea with its elastic straps and use the remote to get pulsating to continuous massage of your upper back, lower back, thighs, or all three at the same time. Includes car and SC adaptors. $69.

Dakota Dual-Time Watch has a hidden digital feature to give you two time zones. Set the regular analog face to the local time, and the hidden feature to your home time zone. To see your time at home, press a button and the digital time is displayed in red numbers. $95.

Sampago Shoe is designed for all-terrain walking. Combines the ventilation of a sandal with full-foot protection. The compression molded midsole, cushioned heel and padded tongue helps eliminate foot fatigue. Trust me, it’s extremely comfortable. $90.

Ladies, add this Twinset to your wardrobe for those special nights on the town. It’s made of puckered stretch polyester microfiber and is lightweight and wrinkle-free. Cardigan has five buttons; shell has short sleeves. Available in black or taupe at $99. The black Pull-On Skirt of acetate/spandex knit has flat-front elastic waist, button-front detailing and is wrinkle-free and washable. $75.

Reversible Coat is three-quarter length. You get two distinct looks that can coordinate with everything in your suitcase. Has patch pockets on the black side and slash pockets on the copper side, a hidden hood, and turn-back cuffs. Made of 60 percent nylon and 40 percent polyester, wrinkle resistant and washable. $160.

Modal Short-Sleeve Top keeps its shape wash after wash. Made of micro-Modal knit and 5 percent Lycra. Available in blue, black, aqua or cream, $43.

Open-Toe Slide with shock-absorbent heel pad and built-in arch support helps distribute body weight for better stability. Two-inch heel. Comes in black, pear or luggage. $99.

Silk Camisole will keep you cool and dry in hot weather. It’s so lightweight you can roll it into the tiniest space in your bag. $19.85.

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