If we all travelled with everything we’re “supposed” to take
along when away from home, I doubt anyone would have any room in their lugguage for extras like shoes and
clothing. So I like travel gadgets that do double duty: one critical job, and one secondary job. And I like this
travel alarm clock that doubles as a flashlight from Hammacher Schlemmer.
The alarm clock has a back-lit LCD display, a solid beep to wake you, and a compact size that makes it easy to chuck
in your bag. Twist one end, and the flashlight comes on. While you’re not going to be able to navigate your way out of
a cave in the Urals with this light, it’s more than ample for a hotel blackout or late-night mission to find the door
to the bathroom in an unfamiliar room.