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Travel related news gathered from around the web and brought to you weekly:

- Congress to try and regulate carry on size.

- Southwest will test fees for Internet use, depending on length of flight & type of connection.

- Registered traveler company, Clear, shuts down.

- Fodor’s offers 10 easy tips to becoming a carry on traveler.

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- MSN Money talks Airline fee madness.

A netbook is a small portable laptop computer designed for wireless communication and Internet access. Primarily designed for web browsing and e-mailing, netbooks are perfect for keeping informed while on the go. Just because they’re small and inexpensive doesn’t mean you want them bouncing around in an over-sized laptop bag or compartment- they deserve their own special case.

With several options from trusted brands like Case Logic and Sumdex, Luggage Online is now offering a selection of great netbook cases. Just like their big sister- the laptop case- they are available in a basic sleeve or in a briefcase style…only smaller.

This sling by Case Logic is a simple and convenient option. With a top carry handle, as well as a long cross body or shoulder strap, there are multiple carrying options. A detailed front organizer pocket will hold your phone, mp3 player, USB, wallet…etc.

Netbook E-Sling (Large) $55.95

This futuristic looking sleeve from Sumdex offers maximum protection and a little funky style. Available in pink, blue or black, because it’s see-through, it allows you to breeze through airport security.

Sumdex Aircube NetBook Sleeve $32.95

We found this informative video on The Middle Seat Terminal, a great travel blog from The Wall Street Journal. Sit back, relax and enjoy…but do pay attention for some helpful air travel tips!

Are you a Mac or a PC ? Prefer a 13″ over a 17″ ? Is a Netbook all you need, or are you a full on graphics geek?

What kind of laptop you use says a lot about you…what you use to carry it should too! There are endless ways to tote around your laptop, (full service briefcases aside) we’re making it easier by presenting some of the coolest laptop sleeves and cases.

Available in three different sizes, the Cargo Laptop Sleeve by Built NY is simple and sleek, yet completely functional. Made of neoprene, it’s as stretchy as can be. Three outside slash pockets will a hold memory stick, mouse, various cords or even a little snack. $45.95

If style means just as much as to you as protection, The Poppy Cushion Sleeve by Gyms Pacific accommodates most notebook computers with monitors up to 14.1 inches. Also constructed of a neoprene outer shell, it’s adorned with a poppy on the front and features a foam lining for an added layer of protection. $40.95

Transport your laptop while making a green statement at the same time. The Greensmart Laptop Sleeve is eco-friendly because it’s made from 100% post-consumer recycled PET water and soda bottles. Features such as a bright green interior lining and zipper pull, offer a nice pop of color and remind you of your good deed. A label on the inside tells you just how many bottles and BTUs of energy were used to manufacture it. $29.95

The Inter-Departmental Laptop Sleeve by Kena Kai is clever and chic. The Italian embossed leather sleeve may resemble a traditional office staple, but it holds the very latest in office technology. Fortunately, rather than using the typical manila envelope color, it’s offered in a sleek attention-grabbing white. $90.95

Travel related news gathered from around the web and brought to you weekly:

- Travel industry unleashes more and more pet-friendly services.

- On three weekends this summer, the National Park Service will offer fee-free weekends to encourage visitors.

- T.G.I Fridays offering two-for-one meals at their airport locations through June 22nd.

- Fashion blog dishes on how to pack well without compromising style.

Tim Leffel, author of The World’s Cheapest Destinations and Make Your Travel Dollars Worth a Fortune, has circled the globe three times and frequently travels internationally. He maintains several travel related blogs, including Tim Leffel’s Cheapest Destinations and Practical Travel Gear.

The article, titled 5 Gear Ideas for Packing Better, mentions several items that we love as well! From Eagle Creek Carry-Ons to ExOfficio clothing and Pacsafe gear, Luggage Online has got it covered. Be sure to check out Tim’s blogs for exciting travel stories, tips and advice.