A recent tweet gave us some unexpected kudos: David Otunga is indeed a WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) superstar; check out his wrestling bio here. He’s also real-life lawyer, big-time coffee lover and is married to Jennifer Hudson. We’re glad we can add some convenience to his airport experience. You can make your travels a little less stressful, too; enter coupon code otunga in our online...

We recently sent out the second batch of pink tugos that Tupperware had customized with their logo. A much more remarkable promotional item than the typical pen, notepad, or mug…wouldn’t you agree?! See more examples of tugos with logos in our tugos with logos Portfolio and see our promo page for more information about putting your logo on tugo! Please contact us for pricing information and to...

If you’re flying at some point during the remainder of 2011, be sure to pick up the copy of SkyMall in the seat pocket in front of you and flip to page 49…   Ta daaah! There is tugo, featured in the “Inventor’s Showcase” section. It’s just above shoe insoles that “keep the spring in your step and help eliminate chronic back pain” and beside health and fitness...

Caffeine isn’t just for drinking anymore. There seems to be a competition to add caffeine to the wackiest products possible. We’ve included a list that can help you with your holiday shopping, or at least entertain you with the bizarre items included. Even Consumer Reports has noticed, in this article from October 2011. Loco Cocoa Caffeinated Hot Chocolate Stay Puft Marshmallows – The World’s...

We’re happy to announce limited edition colors! Makes a fun stocking stuffer or small gift for the traveler or coffee lover on your list. Runway Red Blue Sky Prepare for Take-off Pink and of course, Basic Black Available in our online store or from these retailers. Check out our “Why do I love my tugo?” post, too!

Just because you are a small retailer doesn’t mean you don’t need to plan ahead! Now’s the time to get a jumpstart on planning for a successful (and profitable!) holiday season. Men, especially, shop in places they wouldn’t otherwise go, and will take the advice of a sales person (“Why yes, this gift DOES need this [add-on]”) if it means they can finish their shopping then and there. You want shoppers...

INPEX (Invention and New Product Exposition) is “America’s Largest Invention Trade Show,” so of course we just had to be there to network with other inventors and meet with entrepreneurs and industry representatives last month in Pittsburgh. The collection of exhibitors was eclectic to say the least! We met Wendy Robbins, the woman that invented the head tingler doo-dad who now has a show...

You might recognize the storefront pictured above if you spend much time at Denver International Airport; as you can see, it belongs to First Class Baggage Co. They have been in business in the B Concourse of DIA since 1995, selling luggage, business cases, leather accessories, travel items, and now, the tugo luggage drink holder! They believe in providing the best items for travelers to make their trips much...

The 2011 Travel Goods Show was held March 6th – 8th at the McCormick Place Exposition Center in Chicago, IL. It is one of the largest convention venues in the country, which is fitting because this year the largest travel goods show and the largest home and housewares show combined to make a very busy few days! Our booth was looking just as snazzy as usual. Once the show began there were of course people...

tugos are customizable with logos or messages and available in a variety of colors, both the tugo material itself and the ink for the logo imprint. Here are some examples to give you an idea: Orbitz for Business handed these out at the 2010 National Business Travel Association Exposition. Click here to read more about the event. PolyOne is a global manufacturer of thermoplastic elastomers, colorants, and coatings...