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Tragedy Poses Question: What's Your Travel Risk Tolerance?

Details of the now widely reported Costa Concordia tragedy are still being revealed. What is known is that the vessel hit a submerged rock and began taking on water. Eleven are known to be dead. Many others were injured.

Less clear is who was at fault. Costa Concordia's captain maintains that the rock was not marked on nautical charts.

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Travel Power Strip

We've all been in this situation...one outlet in the hotel room and four things that need charging. This Voltage Valet Travel Power Strip solves that problem, allowing you to connect up to three AC-powered devices and one USB device at the same time. It's lightweight and compact (5.5"x1.5"x2") so it easily fits in your luggage or briefcase.

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