The Travel Bug

01/25/2025

🧤 Winter-ready and worry-free! 🧤 Kombi mittens are the ultimate blend of style, comfort, and warmth. Whether you’re hitting the slopes or strolling through a snowy cityscape, these mittens have you covered.

✨ Why We Love Them:
❄️ Insanely warm insulation
💧 Waterproof for those slushy days
🖐️ Cozy fit that feels like a hug for your hands

Don’t let the cold slow you down—grab your Kombis and take on the season in style! ❄️

Shop the mittens here: https://reurl.cc/qn2zWn

01/20/2025

Say “I love you” with gifts as timeless as your love.

✨ Osgoode Marley Bag: The Osgood Marley leather collection is crafted from 100% genuine Argentinian leather, it’s the perfect blend of elegance and practicality—ready to carry their world in style.

💳 Secrid Wallet: Small but mighty, this sleek wallet keeps their essentials secure with RFID protection and a smooth pop-up card design.

A gift duo that’s thoughtful, luxurious, and endlessly chic—just like them.

Secrid Wallet: https://reurl.cc/5DZp9n
Osgoode Marley: https://reurl.cc/EgLRdR

12/09/2024

✨ Step up your sock game with Sockwell Compression Socks! ✨

Say goodbye to tired, achy legs and hello to all-day comfort. Whether you’re running, traveling, or just tackling your to-do list, these socks have your back (and your calves)! 💪

🔹 Boost circulation
🔹 Reduce swelling
🔹 Super comfy, all-day wear

And the best part? They come in stylish designs that let you . 🌟

Because your legs deserve a little luxury, don’t you think? 👣💥

11/30/2024

Effortless Packing with Travel Essentials

Here’s your guide to packing a carry-on like a pro:

▪️Packing Cubes: Organize your clothes and maximize space.
▪️Pokoloko Towel: Lightweight, quick-drying, and perfect for any adventure.
▪️Packable Backpack & Jacket: Compact and ready for day trips or unexpected weather.
▪️Foldable Toothbrush & Reusable Shopping Bags: Functional and eco-friendly.
▪️Collapsible Water Bottle: Stay hydrated without bulk.
▪️100ml Refill Bottles: Keep your liquids travel-size friendly.
▪️Deodorant & Shampoo Bar
▪️Compression Packing Bags: Save space for souvenirs!

Travel light, stay organized, and enjoy the journey! ✈️✨

11/24/2024

Secure Your Journey with Pacsafe

Travel worry-free with Pacsafe‘s innovative anti-theft bags and accessories.

✨Designed for the modern explorer, our products combine sleek style with unbeatable security features like RFID blocking, slash-resistant materials, and hidden zippers.

🖤Stay stylish. Stay safe. Stay adventurous.🖤

👉🏻Discover more in store or visit our website.

11/23/2024

Timeless design meets everyday durability. 🖤

The Osgood Marley leather collection is crafted from 100% genuine Argentinian leather, offering:

✔️ Exceptional softness and strength
✔️ Classic style with modern functionality
✔️ Thoughtful organization for all your essentials
✔️RFID protected

Perfect for work, travel, or everyday adventures. Elevate your carry with quality you can feel. ✨

🖤Check for more styles in store or on our website

09/24/2024

Available Now!

Purchase in store or buy online for local pick up or delivery anywhere in Canada.

https://shop.thebeeskneesstore.com/products/this-is-how-we-love-by-lisa-moore-copy?_pos=4&_sid=3c2528b06&_ss=r

Invisible Prisons: Jack Whalen's Tireless Fight for Justice

Riveting nonfiction from multi-award-winning author Lisa Moore, based on the shocking true story of a teenaged boy who endured abuse and solitary confinement at a reform school in Newfoundland, but survived through grit and redemptive love.

Invisible Prisons is an extraordinary, empathetic collaboration between the magnificent writer Lisa Moore, best-known for her award-winning fiction, and a man named Jack Whalen, who as a child was held for four years at a reform school for boys in St John’s, where he suffered jaw-dropping abuses and deprivations. Despite the odds stacked against him, he found love on the other side, and managed to turn his life around as a husband and father. His daughter, Brittany, vowed at a young age to become a lawyer so that she could seek justice for him. Today, that is exactly what she is doing—and Jack's case is part of a lawsuit currently before the courts.

The story has parallels with Unholy Orders by Michael Harris about the Mount Cashel orphanage, and with the many horrific stories about residential schools—all of which expose a paternalistic state causing harm and a larger society looking away. Yet two powerful qualities set this story apart. As much as it is about an abusive system preying on children, it is also a tender tale of love between Jack and his wife Glennis, who saw the good man inside a damaged person and believed in him. And it is written in a novelistic way by the great Lisa Moore, who makes vividly real every moment and character in these pages.

Riveting nonfiction from multi-award-winning author Lisa Moore, based on the shocking true story of a teenaged boy who endured abuse and solitary confinement at a reform school in Newfoundland, but survived through grit and redemptive love.Invisible Prisons is an extraordinary, empathetic collaborat...

09/18/2024

Congratulations to Lisa Moore and Jack Whelan on the nomination for the Hilary Weston Writers’ Trust Prize for Nonfiction.

https://www.writerstrust.com/awards/hilary-weston-writers-trust-prize-for-nonfiction/finalist/jack-whalen/

Get your copy today at either The Travel Bug or The Bee’s Knees.

https://shop.thebeeskneesstore.com/products/this-is-how-we-love-by-lisa-moore-copy?_pos=4&_sid=b00a0588e&_ss=r

This $75,000 literary prize rewards excellence in the category of Canadian literary nonfiction.

06/06/2024

WE HAVE TICKETS!

Get your ticket on a Yamaha Side by Side & support the important work of the Clean Harbours Initative.

The Clean Harbours Initative, led by Shawn Bath, has been systematically cleaning the harbours around Newfoundland since 2018. This work has been done primarily without funding. Well over 50 harbour clean-ups have been done , removing car tires by the ton, ghost nets and more than 50,000 lbs of ocean plastic.

All funds raised go to further this important work.

Tickets are $50 each & only 1500 printed!

Draw date July 1, 2024.

05/25/2024

Honey, 🍯🍯🍯 Start the car! The Bee's Knees' dark chocolate, honey & sea salt bars are now back in stock!

Everyone's favourite sweet treat is back at both The Bee's Knees and The Travel Bug, ready for you to come stock up! Made just up the road at The Newfoundland Chocolate Company, with our own Bee's Knees honey and The Newfoundland Salt Company's sea salt - you can't ask for a better treat than that! Perfect for gifting, taking home as a truly local souvenir, or just enjoying yourself.
Shop with us in person at 199 Water Street from 10:00am-6:00pm Monday-Saturday and from 12:00pm-5:00pm on Sundays, or 24/7 online at https://thetravelbugstore.com/! Orders ship for a flat rate all over Canada, and orders over $150 ship FREE!

05/23/2024

Don't fall victim to a bad belly when you're on your next vacation, take some Aquatabs for good measure!

These iodine-free, tasteless tablets treat 1L of water each - just fill your bottle, drop it in to dissolve and leave to treat for half an hour, then rehydrate knowing that you're safe from harmful bacteria and parasites which could potentially contaminate the water supply. A must-have for hikers and backpackers, plus anyone with a sensitive GI system that might react poorly to untreated tap water abroad.

Just $15.00 for 50 tabs - enough for 50L of water! Shop in person at 197 Water Street, or place your order online at https://thetravelbugstore.com/.

05/20/2024

Happy May 2-4 weekend, everybody! We're closed today for some r&r out in the great outdoors, but we'll be back tomorrow for our usual 10:00am to 6:00pm hours... but you can always shop online at https://thetravelbugstore.com/!

05/16/2024

Heading off to camp this May 2-4 long weekend? Don't forget your wine glasses! 🍷🍷

GSI's nesting wine glasses are an essential for anyone who enjoys a little vino when they're kicked back around the campfire. The bases unscrew and snap into the glasses for easy storage and packing, and they're made from super-durable plastic so they'll stand up to even the toughest backcountry conditions.

Available for both red and white wine, and in both durable plastic and stainless steel options. Shop in person at 197 Water Street, or online at https://thetravelbugstore.com/. Orders ship for a flat rate all over Canada, and orders over $150 ship FREE!


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05/14/2024

Planning a leisurely picnic the next time you have a day off? If yes, consider bringing along a multi-purpose Picnic Knife from W&P!

Made with water-resistant hardwood, stainless steel, and polished brass, this knife is your all-in-one companion for enjoying the finer things in life while on the go. Not only is the serrated steel blade perfect for cutting bread, cured meats, and cheeses, it also includes a flip-out corkscrew and a built in bottle cap opener!

A perfect tool for your next picnic, backyard barbeque, or evening around the campfire, the Picnic Knife is priced at $54.00 and durable enough to last a lifetime. Come feel the quality in person at 197 Water Street, or place an order with us online at https://thetravelbugstore.com/. We ship flat-rate all over Canada, and orders over $150 ship for FREE!




Photo Description: A styled photo of a picnic spread taken from above, featuring the W&P Picnic Knife. The knife sits in the middle of the white linen tablecloth, with the blade facing towards the top right corner. Surrounding the knife, there are picnic foods and drinks including two glasses and a bottle of red wine, fruits and cheeses on a plate, and a loaf of crusty artisan bread.

05/14/2024

We’re hiring!

05/12/2024

Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible moms out there! From facilitating adventures to exploring together, we appreciate all you do!




Photo by James Wheeler on Unsplash

05/11/2024

Heading abroad soon? Not quite sure what you'll need to ensure all your devices stay powered up, no matter where you're going? Come see our friendly Travel Experts and we can help you to find the best options for your specific situation.

We know just how overwhelming it can be to shop for adapters.... dual-voltage, converters, multi-sets, grounded or ungrounded... there's a lot of information to w**d through before you'll get to the simplest answer. We'd love to help you evaluate your needs, and set you up with your personal power solution. Come see us at 197 Water Street, or give us a call! Your local Travel Experts, at your service!!

05/09/2024

Looking for an upgrade to your everyday carry bag? Look no further than Osgoode Marley!

These beautiful luxury bags are made with ethically sourced, butter-soft Argentinian leather, and assembled in New York City. Designed with quality at the forefront, these bags only become softer and more worn in with age - they're durable Pictured is the gorgeous Elias Medium Crossbody - available in two colours, with brushed nickel hardware and RFID-blocking protection for enhanced security without sacrificing style.

Come feel the quality for yourself and browse our entire collection of Osgoode Marley purses, backpacks, briefcases, and wallets at 197 Water Street - or shop 24/7 on our website at https://thetravelbugstore.com/!