Magellan's Travel Vest

  Great travel vest
By Jay C., FL in August, 2010
•   This vest is a must for anyone that want to travel without any worrys about security, your money, passports everything you travel with is secure........love it.

  Good, but needs minor changes...
By Sofia S., CA in August, 2010
•   I bought 2 of these for my husband & myself... We tried them out on a long plane trip & a tropical cruise... It's lightweight and good for hot climates... but... Small Items fell our of pockets that were not secure enough when I bent over... more velcro would fix that... It also could use another pocket on the lower back that would not interfere with the design (I had to retire another vest that had a big pocket across the lower back, and it really came in handy for oodles of things...).

  Good, but needs minor changes
By Sofia S., CA in August, 2010
•   I took this vest on a long plane trip & a tropical cruise... It's lightweight and good for hot climates... but... Small Items fell out of some pockets that were not secure enough when I bent over... more velcro would fix that... It also could use another pocket on the lower back that would not interfere with the design (I had to retire another vest that had a big pocket across the lower back, and it really came in handy for oodles of things...).

  Excellent birding vest
By Carolyn L., MA in July, 2010
•   I bought this vest for summer birding and it is perfect. Enough pockets and sturdy enough for phone, wallet, iPod with bird apps.
Nice and light and cool.

  Favorite travel vest
By Cora Y., HI in July, 2010
•   This is the second one I have ordered. They're great, light-weight, hold a lot of things. They are very practical and ALWAYS have one in my suitcase. Thanks so much for making such great travel items.

  As advertised
By Susan C., TX in July, 2010
•   Great travel vest, as advertised.


  return
By ramona sue w., MI in July, 2010
•   I love this vest, however it was to large and I returned it over two weeks ago for an exchange and have not revieved the new one. Who should I contact? Thanks Sue Wright

  Travel light!
By Betty G., AL in July, 2010
•   I bought the vest to take a trip with my daughter and grand daughter, I needed something to keep my hands free as I do a lot of photography and this was great, I had money, cards, keys and all kinds of things that I needed in my vest and my hands were free to take my pictures and all kinds of other things I needed to do, it is a little too large but I can take care of that problem with a sewing machine, it has given me so much hand freedom, I just had trouble remembering where I put things.

  The reviews are true.
By Vilma H., UT in July, 2010
•   I read all the buyer's reviews before I ordered this. I didnt believe the review but I ordered 2 vests for my husband & daughter for travel. We all like it because the material is so light. What is this made of silk ? I like all the pockets. It can improve by making one large pocket to accomodate a water bottle & get a zipper better than this because it kinda hustle to separate the left & right sides. I will order new ones if you make this changes & more colors for kids so kids are easily found

  Just what he wanted!!!
By Gina H., CO in July, 2010
•   I bought this for my Dad for Father's Day. He took it out of the gift box and immediately tried it on... perfect fit! And according to my Mom, he hasn't taken it off yet :) I know that he was reaching for a pocket that had a side-opening, but the ones in front are top open only. Other than that, he loves it and it was the perfect gift. Good price, too. Thanks Magellans!

  Love this for hiking/outdoors!
By J C., CA in July, 2010
•   I bought this because the volunteers at a park wear this as a uniform. I carry i.d., money, maps, small notebook, pens, granola bars, cheese sticks, phone, chapstick, pepper spray, keys and more in the pockets easily. It is very lightweight, comfortable, roomy, yet looks good. V-neck is nice. Hangs nicely. I love it so much that I plan to order a black one for personal use on occasions when I will be out and don't want to carry a purse (movies, fishing, dinners, touring, bicycling, travel, etc.)

  Good Vest, but...
By George E., NC in July, 2010
•   100% Nylon, inside (netting) and out. - COOL! Re: POCKETS - OUTSIDE : 1) Right - Cellphone pocket is too small; 2) left - top pocket has No PEN accomodation (see Inside), and bottom pocket has 'secondary' (lower) pocket.. INSIDE: 1) Right - no Velcro closure on the sole (ample) pocket (and no upper pocket); 2) Left - upper pocket does accomodate a pen, but has no velcrow/zipper closure. Zipper front has both top and bottom access.

  It's an ok product
By Andrew Z., NJ in July, 2010
•   Fabric is great... very light. Pockets are real small and use velcro, which seems like it's going to wear out prematurely. There is no pocket on the back, so there is no way to counterbalance weight on the front. I'd probably look towards another vest... it's a shame though, since the fabric is perfect for travel.

  Great!
By Lilia H., CA in June, 2010
•   We have both (my husban and I) this vest and works wonders for our needs.
Not heavy
Easy to dry
and very practical.

  Ideal Traveling Companion
By Ephraim C., FL in June, 2010
•   I bought two of these vests for my parents, for their trip to the Holy Land. The short of the story: they loved the vests. A place for everything, and everything in its place. Clearing airport security was far easier due to the fact that removing the vests removed anything that could ding the metal detector.
During the tour of the holy sites in and around Israel, my typically over-packed mom was even able to leave her purse in the hotel room, wih whatever she needed in the vest. The light fabric seemed to be made for the desert heat. My dad is now even wearing the thing to work. Highly endorsed product!

  Comfortable useful vest with lots of small pockets
By Rozelle W., NM in June, 2010
•   I just finished two back to back plane trips and found the vest really useful for keeping things with me that I wanted on the plane without having to dive under the seat or get something out of overhead storage. I had a small paper back book, glasses, water bottle, cell phone, small sketchbook and wallet with id and boarding passes all easily accessible. The water bottle was a little too tall, but everything else fit well.

  "Purse-free"
By Dee S., OK in June, 2010
•   Best way to go through airport security and for sight seeing. I've used it for 2 trips and will never be without it.
Wonderful material and light as a feather.

  Travel Vest
By Sydell S., NY in June, 2010
•   This travel vest is well designed and useful. Thanks for your fine service and follow up.
SRS

  Magellan's Travel Vest
By Sally N., WI in June, 2010
•   This travel vest is light weight and perfect for summer. I wore it on a trip to California and it held my camera, cell phone, sun glasses, and all that was in my pockets (to go through security). My only wish is for a pocket to hold a bottle of water.

  like - handy -need pockets
By david b., IL in June, 2010
•   am in wheelchair - tired of carrying "man" bag to carry essentials - wear a vest all time for pockets - this perfect for good weather - fair to hot - some pockets too small to conveniently get to and wrinkles quickly and can look sloppy - but light weight is great and can carry almost anything I use daily - double zipper GREAT - overall little pricey, but would recommend to anyone. Going to order another.

  Improvements I would make
By Sanja H., IA in June, 2010
•   I bought two of these vests , a black and a tan. They are lightweight and comfortable to wear but I really do not like velcro so I would prefer zippers or buttons. I just might put those in myself. Also it would be nice to have a dedicated pocket for eyeglasses and a pen. I would also like to see pockets on the back of the vest at the bottom so your larger items are not weighing the vest down while stored in the front pockets.

  Too baggy
By Dorothy T., MA in June, 2010
•   Nice vest, but very baggy cut and fit. Needs more stability to carry any weight in the pockets.

  Buy this--you'll never feel more secure.
By Peggy V., FL in May, 2010
•   I just recently returned from a two-week trip in Italy. I bought myself a black vest and my husband the beige. Never have I been so hands free. There is a pocket for everything--money, passport, receipts, small camera, lipstick, comb, you name it. I will never travel again without this vest. A pair of slacks, a blouse or knit shirt and a coordinating scarf, and you're in business for any event. I love it.

  zip through security
By elaine e., UT in May, 2010
•   I love my new Magellan Travel Vest as I can load all the pockets with my travel necessities, then place it in a bin for xray without having to empty pockets. Makes going through airport security much more enjoyable. And the vest is lightweight and looks great.

  Great - even if you're not traveling!
By Jane K., NY in May, 2010
•   My sister bought a vest at Disney World, to use in lieu of a purse.
After seeing how this made her life simpler, I started looking for one - and found this. Although I wish it had one more zipper pocket outside, and the cellphone pouch was a smidge bigger, I love that it's lightweight, and high-hip length. Great vest!

  Travel Vest
By Gretchen G., IL in April, 2010
•   The vests I ordered were exactly what I was looking for and am anxious to try them out.

  travel vest
By Heather M., AL in April, 2010
•   My travel vest suits my needs perfectly for any trips I take from now on.The vest eliminates having to carry a purse, and that was my main goal. Good fit, good quality.

  Black & Taupe Vests
By Christine C., AZ in March, 2010
•   My husband ordered the black vest and I ordered the taupe vest. Lots of pockets, lightweight, launders nicely in cold water. We are very happy with our vests and now when we go through security at the airport, everything: eye glasses, cell phone, other incidentals are all tucked into our vest pockets. No need to carry a purse on the flight.

  Vest is Perfecto!
By Elizabeth W., FL in March, 2010
•   The best traveling vest I have ever owned. And, over the years, I have collected six (6) vests trying to find the very best fit---and this one is absolutely tailored to suit me. Now, is it possible to make this vest in sissy-girl colors since I would like to wear one when I am not in the Sahara?

  Black Travel Vest
By connie r., WA in March, 2010
•   I love this vest! Unfortunately I lost my first one (or did envious friends abscond with it??!!), so am now on my second and would never travel without it. I love the light weight, so that it can be a layer piece in cooler weather or stand on its' own with a T-shirt in warmer climates. It is a definite for the days when I fly, makes security a breeze and so easy on the plane to grab my reading glasses or travel documents. Thanks for a great products!

  Travel Vest Review
By bruce l., MA in March, 2010
•   I guardedly ordered the vest. My inclination is to doubt product descriptions. I was wrong. The vest was perfect. For the first time ever in all my travels, I felt that our passports were safe, close by and instantly accessible. The vest was comfortable during air travel (and warm too), yet it was equally comfortable when we landed in the Caribe! It is a good item and a fine purchase.

  Magellan's Travel Vest
By Pat H., WI in February, 2010
•   Ordered one, recieved it and ordered another one in black for my husband. Very lightweight and full of wonderful secret pockets in the inside.

  Small pockets
By Fragino A., CA in February, 2010
•   I like the light weight, I like it that it that it's streamlined. What I don't like is that the entry to the pockets are so small. I'm a small guy with medium hands. I feel like I'm going to eventually tear the corners of the pockets on the ones I can fit my hand in and there are couple that I can only grab stuff using my fingers. I'd return it but there's nothing better right now and it's too inconvenient to do so.


  Great light weight travel vest...
By Mike C., FL in January, 2010
•   I now have three of these vests, one of which stays in Costa Rica for travels there... They are good quality and very light weight so they aren't cumbersome to wear and pack easily/small... Excellent for everyday use and I generally wear one on travel day's so that I have a place to store all of those items that you need going to and from a location... There are just enough zipper, interior and exterior pockets... Works for me...:)

  Replaced travel purse
By Virginia M., CA in January, 2010
•   I wore this good looking and comfortable vest every day on a recent trip to London and Paris. The black color coordinated with any top I had. It held an amazing amount from passport to tickets,camera to batteries, phone, money, tissures, metro or tube map, keys, etc. It also fit easily under my coat without looking bulky. I had purchased a lovely leather travel purse, but did not need it. I certainly recommend the vest for stress free travel.

  travel vest travels well
By Mary R., IA in January, 2010
•   I bought this vest for my grandson. It is like the one I got for myself three years ago and have used many times in foreign travels. I especially enjoy being able to carry everything in pockets and dispense with a purse or other carrier that puts weight on arms or shoulders. The inside zipped pocket is the permanent home of my passport. The ability to zip from top or bottom is also very useful

  Every travel day
By barbara K., MT in December, 2009
•   I wore my vest daily for three weeks in Northern Africa and so my husband wanted one for our next foreign travel. It worked well everywhere, is so light and washes up easily.

  just not right
By W E., VA in December, 2009
•   i really wanted to like this product, but have returned it -- i did like the lightweight fabric -- i really liked the comfort of the v-neck cut -- BUT the pockets simply are too darn small! -- a travel vest has to carry stuff, and this wasn't going to do the job

  Best Vest
By Maryel C., FL in November, 2009
•   No matter where I travel, this vest goes with me. Pockets are wonderful--I don't worry about a fanny pack. After 25 years my original vest was looking a little tatty. Time to upgrade. Some improvements that are most welcome but no major chages. Still will be the faithful travel companion!

  Light weight vest
By Dorothy M N., HI in October, 2009
•   I'm very pleased with the vest. I have a fleece vest but wanted a light weight one that has inside pockets. The light weight is especially good in Hawaii and during summer months in Vegas. There are not very many days when a fleece vest can be worn in Honolulu The inside pockets make it unnecessary to carry a large purse.

  "National Parks" vest
By Mickey M., NC in October, 2009
•   This vest is the best! A friend and I bought these for the National Park patches that we've collected. We've had many compliments on the vests with thirty seven National Park patches sown on (so far)! We hope to add the other twenty one patches (or as many as the vests will hold). Many folks ask us where we got the vests, and we quickly tell them about Magellans. Yes, we love the pockets which hold the NPs Passport books, cameras, maps, ID and anything else we want. Thank you, Magellans!!!

  Fantastic vest - great comfort, great security
By Jim B., CA in October, 2009
•   Love this vest. I have two. I am a 42 chest and one is size medium which fits tight and close and I wear it in the winter travels. It is excellent for that little extra warmth. The security features of the zipper pickets are fantastic. It allows me to put my money up high and inside for total security. In black it does not standout under dark jackets. I have a size large for warmer weather. Would not be without it!

  Travel Vests
By Sandy B., CA in October, 2009
•   My husband and I each bought one in each color and wore them in England, France, Turkey, Greece, Egypt, and Jordan. They are very comfortable and insulating even when it was warm. Our guide warned us about pickpockets, but the vest is very protective. They also look very nice---not like our safari vests--these are dressier. We think these vests are really good.

  Just what I wanted
By Bob H., TN in October, 2009
•   Quality, price, very light and comfortable, I thing I need another one.

  Comfortable and very functional.
By Jeff W., IN in October, 2009
•   Earlier this year, prior to a trip to Ireland in September, I purchased two of these travel vests. Of course, in Ireland, their weather makes it imperative that you choose layered-clothing. These vests were my favorite apparel as they can be worn over almost anything, and the inside pockets makes it so easy to secure valuables and have plenty of additional pockets for many other uses. Great for traveling, and I highly recommend either color.

  Great vests
By Sandy B., CA in October, 2009
•   We have both colors and recently wore them throughout Turkey, Greece, Egypt and Jordan. They are lightweight so even in the heat, I found them to be comfortable and protective of my passport, wallet, etc. Unlike my safari vest, these look much dressier too. I am really happy that I have them. My husband feels the same way about his too.

  Good But Could Be Better
By Dorothy N., HI in October, 2009
•   The ;pockets are wonderful. Adequate number and roomy without being bulky.

The only complaint is the material wrinkles very easily and ironng does not take them all out.

  outstanding vest
By stephen k., TX in September, 2009
•   very good vest.... very light weight for the climate in south texas.. pockets very well done, enough room for everything I need... I take it everywhere I travel.... love it.........

  light weight, sturdy and cool for the tropics
By Anonymous in August, 2009
•   Doesnt add weight, cool for the tropics but this material is sturdy

  Thin, lightweight
By Jim F., IL in July, 2009
•   Excellent for stowing books, iPods, MP3 players when travelling, esp. on airplanes. of the three diferent vests I've had, this is by far the best.

  So Many Pockets, So Little Time
By Debra J., WA in July, 2009
•   I'd give this vest five stars it they made it in a petite size. I'm 5'2" and 120# so it looked like a sack on me. To counter this I gathered the back at the waistline and stitched it down to give it more shape. I wore it all over Istanbul in the sweltering heat and it was so much better than carrying a bag or pack. I really liked it, but returned the light colored one because the color just didn't seem right. The black one looks great though. Lots of pockets and I had trouble remembering just wh

  Travel Vest a Winner!
By Barbara M., TX in June, 2009
•   We ordered these vests in both colors for our 3-week trip to Italy, which included seven nights aboard a 5-masted schooner. The vests exceeded expectations for storage and comfort and washed and dried lickety-split!

  Love this vest!
By Patti W., FL in May, 2009
•   I was looking for a travel vest with pockets but not many, many, many pockets. This vest did the trick. Fits great, looks great, lightweight, and just enough pockets for all my stuff.

  Great Travel Vest
By LYNN K., HI in May, 2009
•   This is a very lightweight and comfortable vest. Multiple pockets made it easy for me to drape my cameras/binoculars around my neck instead of dealing with a handbag and cameras/binoculars. Only drawback was mesh lining which made it a little difficult to put large things in pockets (passport/ticket pouches, etc.). I wore it every day on my 12-day trip to Japan. Pocketbook and travel pouch were secure in inside pockets. Worry free travel! Love it, love it, love it!

  Great vest
By E J., IL in May, 2009
•   I bought this vest for air travel. There are sufficient pockets to hold travel documents, credit cards, money, and all the essentials needed on the airplane so I do not have to keep going into my bag during the flights. Some of the pockets seem flimsy but they are really very sturdy. It really fit my needs

  All Year Round Travel Vest
By Carol P., VA in April, 2009
•   This is the best choice of travel vests for all sorts of weather. I can wear it in the summer without feeling smothered by heavier fabrics of winter weight vests. It is thin enough that I can wear it under a rain jacket or coat. I think of it more as a traveling, wearable wallet, rather than an article of clothing.

  Great product, great price!
By jeff w., IN in April, 2009
•   In preparation for a trip to Ireland this fall, I decided to purchase a travel vest because of all the pockets that hold a variety of things. Originally, I ordered a size XL, but found it to be just a "wee bit" snug...not a lot, but figuring that in Ireland, I would be wearing layers of clothes, depending upon the day's climate, I decided I wanted a little more freedom of movement. Even if it was a little snug, I very much liked the looks/functionality of the garment and knew I still wanted the vest...I returned it to Magellan, and ordered a 2XL, as well as a second vest. I am looking forward to carrying my valuables, camera, etc around the Emerald Isle, using several of the convenient pockets, several of which are on the inside, providing more security. I think that both vests, which seem to be made to very high standards will provide me a lot of service as I travel. Since I haven't actually used either one yet, I limited my rating to just four stars, but truthfully, I feel that after I've used them, they will become five-star parts of my wardrobe. Thanks.

  a lightweight
By Helenmarie s., NY in February, 2009
•   Fabric was too flimsy but had lots of pockets

  Filing cabinet you wear
By Michael P., WA in January, 2009
•   This vest is terrific. Except for what you are not permitted, it holds everything I want for my plane trip (except a bigger seat)! My hardy recommendation.

  well made
By andrew r., FL in January, 2009
•   nice product for traveling, nice and light for hot or warm climates, good pockets. recommended

  Good lightweight travel vest
By Anonymous in January, 2009
•   lightweight, lots of good pockets, fits well though wish it were a bit longer (XL bought), not meant to keep you warm at all so good for summer travel mainly. good price and nice color. pleased with product overall.

  exactly what I was looking for
By G B., MD in December, 2008
•   Extremely well made, almost weightless, very comfortable, clean simple lines, this should be cool even in summer. I bought this for use as a photographer's vest for carrying a few light but bulky accessories and this does the job perfectly. I especially like the fact that it is available in black, since I wear black clothes when shooting professionally, and it really keeps me unobtrusive.

  Vest, and how I like it.
By Nancy H., CA in December, 2008
•   I haven't worn it yet but it is perfect for traveling because it is so light and has so many pockets. I think I'll get lots if use out of it. It's better than that heavy "wired" vest I ordered originally. Thanks Nancy Holtz

  Very useful vest, light and comfortable
By Don G., TX in December, 2008
•   I find this very useful for when I have a shirt without pockets and on the "not so cold" days. It is lightweight and very nice looking. Only have one criticism, they could lose the front tab snap or arrange to hide it when you do not wish to close it because it sort of flops around if you dont snap it. Otherwise, I like the vest very much and have worn it often.

  To each his/her own...
By Sara H., PA in December, 2008
•   I ordered this and returned it. It was too lightweight to carry much stuff without feeling very floppy -- I'm sure it would be good for tropical climes or to go under another jacket, but on its own, it didn't work for me. In Paris, it would have looked really touristy...

  travel vest
By Carolyn N., HI in November, 2008
•   very pleased with the weight and fit of the vest, wish it had at least two more pockets. Looking forward to a trip where my hands will be free.

By Jean H., OR in October, 2008
•   I love this travel vest - I have one in each color and my husband has the light tan one. Best features for both of us are comfort ,it's very lightweight (drys easily overnight )and the multiple pockets. It's become a part of our airport atire for most trips.

By Sharon S., TN in October, 2008
•   I thought the travel vest was great, it eliminated the need for a purse and securely kept my passport and travel money. I look forward to using it again soon.

By Yvonne W., IA in September, 2008
•   I love my travel vest. It has so many pockets. I used them to carry my different camera lenses plus more!. So light weight and cool to wear.

By Cathy and John G., AZ in August, 2008
•   We both wore our vests with great confidence not only due to the security of our passports and wallets, but for their great looks also. We also enjoyed the hands free touring. We highly recommend them also for their light weight comfort.

By Ted M., CA in August, 2008
•   I love this Travel Vest and wear it every day. Light, comfortable, functional.

By Jean H., OR in August, 2008
•   I have had one in medium for several years and recently got one in large for my husband. It's lightweight, comfortable and a convient way to carry all the small stuff when traveling. Love it.

By Thomas W., CA in August, 2008
•   i like it that it is very light weight, has plenty of pockets but it would have been nice if it had a pocket specifically for a water bottle.

By Anonymous in July, 2008
•   Loved everything about this vest with one exception : the 2-way zipper is extremely user-UNfriendly . I read the insert when the vest first arrived and followed instructions to practice the zipper mechanism . In 2 months of use, the zippers absolutely refused to kiss each other unless they were practically worn down in the teeth with repeated attempts . NOT good for my arthritic fingers .

By 
•   The sizes run large. I ordered a medium based on the size chart and it was huge on me. I then ordered a small and it was still pretty roomy. I am a 36-38 and the extra small is probably the right size for me.

By Gail R., OK
•   This vest is my travel purse and I'm so happy with it that I bought the other color, too, to coordinate with my summer travel clothing. I stash everything I need from digital camera with extra memory cards and Gorillapod to lipstick, money, moisturizer, notebook, and Clif bars into the pockets as well as smaller items like pen, breath freshener, and tissue. The trick is to load it evenly because more weight on one side makes it noticeable.

By Anonymous
•   Why don't they make one like the men's with 33 pockets? Everyone knows MOM'S carry everything