Last month the Embrace Sleep Collar Travel Pillow launched on Amazon UK. Today the Sleep Collar went live on Amazon France & Amazon Germany!
Of course, you can still find it at our website.
Of course, you can still find it at our website.
Monday, August 22, 2011
Monday, August 8, 2011
Thank You to Embrace Sleep Collar fan from Vancouver
Thank you to a fan from Vancouver, who posted a nice review in Travel Adviser.co.uk. As a reminder, the Embrace Sleep Collar is now available on Amazon UK and Sleepcollar.com
Re: Long Haul Traveler seeks Travel Pillow
Just got back from a trip with two 14-hour legs...I slept for a good 6 hours both ways thanks to the Embrace Sleep Collar. After trying nearly everything on the market (inflatable, non-inflatable, beans, buckwheat, you name it) this product is the one for me, and here's why I love it:
--it has a very well-padded rigid plastic brace along the length of the collar that provides excellent support...keeps my neck absolutely straight during sleep.
--it has a removable cover that is washable AND the fabric does not make my neck sweat!
--it does up by way of Velro at the back of the neck...this results in a small gap that allows the back of my head to rest flat against the seat headrest comfortably...no more having my head thrust forward during sleep.
--the Velcro attachment is such that all of the Velcro is covered when fastened...no more collecting fuzz, hair, etc. in the loops.
--it rolls up into a small circle...I easily attached it to my purse strap or daypack...it weighs next to nothing and does not interfere with movement.
Re: Long Haul Traveler seeks Travel Pillow
28 July 2011, 18:00
Just got back from a trip with two 14-hour legs...I slept for a good 6 hours both ways thanks to the Embrace Sleep Collar. After trying nearly everything on the market (inflatable, non-inflatable, beans, buckwheat, you name it) this product is the one for me, and here's why I love it:
--it has a very well-padded rigid plastic brace along the length of the collar that provides excellent support...keeps my neck absolutely straight during sleep.
--it has a removable cover that is washable AND the fabric does not make my neck sweat!
--it does up by way of Velro at the back of the neck...this results in a small gap that allows the back of my head to rest flat against the seat headrest comfortably...no more having my head thrust forward during sleep.
--the Velcro attachment is such that all of the Velcro is covered when fastened...no more collecting fuzz, hair, etc. in the loops.
--it rolls up into a small circle...I easily attached it to my purse strap or daypack...it weighs next to nothing and does not interfere with movement.
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Embrace Sleep Collar Travel Pillow Now Available in Europe!
The Embrace Sleep Collar Travel Pillow is now available on Amazon UK and can be shipped to 26 countries!
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Fashion Comments Blog Publishes "My Top 10 Travel Tips"
Fashion Comment Blog republished my article "My Top 10 Travel Tips". Thanks!
July 19th, 2011 
Article by Lisa Teller
Travel can be fun. Travel can be exciting. Travel can also be a pain in the neck. Here are 10 quick and easy tips to make your travels better.
1. This is my favorite tip, so I put it first. If you are spontaneous with your travel or find yourself somewhere you are unfamiliar with, check out the postcards in the gift shops. That will give you a quick snapshot of local scenery and sites. I had an unplanned 3-hour layover in Milan a few years ago. When I checked out the post card rack, I learned that Di Vinci’s Last Supper was a short cab ride away. Much better than just killing time in a restaurant next to the train station.
2. If you don’t already have your ticket, make sure and check flight to/from surrounding airports. The smaller airports surrounding the major hubs can be more convenient and save you hundreds of dollars.
3. Always, always, always check the status of your flight before heading to the airport. Few things are worse then finding out your flight has been delayed or canceled after all the hassle of getting you and your luggage to the airport.
4. Arrive at airport early enough not to rush. That extra 30 minutes does wonders to lower your stress level.
5. Think ahead while packing. Do you really need 3 pairs of shoes and 3 pairs of pants? Figure out which shoes and clothes are multi-functional. Also, coordinating around one or two colors helps cut down on clothes.
6. If you’re flight is longer than an hour, do yourself a favor and get a travel neck pillow. A good quality memory foam travel pillow will get your trip started right. The best travel pillows have full support that keep your head and neck in proper alignment. Remember, posture = comfort.
7. Bring only one or two credit cards. If your wallet is lost or stolen, it won’t be such a hassle.
8. Drink Gatorade. Often the water in different countries has impurities that can make you sick. Sightseeing is surprisingly strenuous.
9. Best money saving tip. Take a moment to reflect on what travelers visit in your area. I can’t believe how many people in Southern California have never been to the Grand Canyon, for example.
10. If you do research on your travel online, don’t forget to glance at the reader’s comments. Often, you will find great insights.
Lisa is a travel writer and operator of the travel blog, The Travel Doc. Lisa is also a consultant for the Embrace Sleep Collar Travel Pillow. For more information, please visit: http://www.sleepcollar.com/
My Top 10 Travel Tips
July 19th, 2011 Travel can be fun. Travel can be exciting. Travel can also be a pain in the neck. Here are 10 quick and easy tips to make your travels better.
1. This is my favorite tip, so I put it first. If you are spontaneous with your travel or find yourself somewhere you are unfamiliar with, check out the postcards in the gift shops. That will give you a quick snapshot of local scenery and sites. I had an unplanned 3-hour layover in Milan a few years ago. When I checked out the post card rack, I learned that Di Vinci’s Last Supper was a short cab ride away. Much better than just killing time in a restaurant next to the train station.
2. If you don’t already have your ticket, make sure and check flight to/from surrounding airports. The smaller airports surrounding the major hubs can be more convenient and save you hundreds of dollars.
3. Always, always, always check the status of your flight before heading to the airport. Few things are worse then finding out your flight has been delayed or canceled after all the hassle of getting you and your luggage to the airport.
4. Arrive at airport early enough not to rush. That extra 30 minutes does wonders to lower your stress level.
5. Think ahead while packing. Do you really need 3 pairs of shoes and 3 pairs of pants? Figure out which shoes and clothes are multi-functional. Also, coordinating around one or two colors helps cut down on clothes.
6. If you’re flight is longer than an hour, do yourself a favor and get a travel neck pillow. A good quality memory foam travel pillow will get your trip started right. The best travel pillows have full support that keep your head and neck in proper alignment. Remember, posture = comfort.
7. Bring only one or two credit cards. If your wallet is lost or stolen, it won’t be such a hassle.
8. Drink Gatorade. Often the water in different countries has impurities that can make you sick. Sightseeing is surprisingly strenuous.
9. Best money saving tip. Take a moment to reflect on what travelers visit in your area. I can’t believe how many people in Southern California have never been to the Grand Canyon, for example.
10. If you do research on your travel online, don’t forget to glance at the reader’s comments. Often, you will find great insights.
Lisa is a travel writer and operator of the travel blog, The Travel Doc. Lisa is also a consultant for the Embrace Sleep Collar Travel Pillow. For more information, please visit: http://www.sleepcollar.com/
Thursday, July 7, 2011
6,000 Views for "A Chiropractor Guides You to the Best Travel Pillow"
"A Chiropractor Guides You to the Best Travel Pillow" is over the 6,000 views mark!
A Chiropractor Guides You to the Best Travel Pillows
Author: LisaTeeNYC
More and more airlines are pulling their pillows from their flights. Good riddance! In addition to the questions of hygiene and sanitation, those pillows were largely useless. Do yourself and your neck a favor and upgrade.
As a licensed chiropractor, I see many patients who return from traveling with all sorts of new ailments and re-injured old ones. Usually, the injury occurs during the flight, due to long periods of sitting uncomfortably. The right travel pillow will not only allow you to relax, which offers its own health benefits, but help prevent soreness or even injury.
During the day, the postural muscles in your neck are in contraction, to support your head. When you relax, your neck muscles relax with you.
When you are lying in bed, gravity helps keep your head and body aligned. When you are sitting upright, like in an airplane chair, gravity is working against you. Especially, if you are trying to relax.
The standard U-shape travel pillows lack support under the chin. This allows your head to fall forward when you start to relax. Standard U-shape travel neck pillows have padding in the back. This padding is largely unneeded since the high-back airline chair is there for support, much like your bed supports you when you are lying down. Making matters worse, this unnecessary padding pushes your head forward even further accentuating the lack of support in front.
Your head is now putting extra stress on your spine. Not only will you be uncomfortable and unable to rest, you'll likely end up tired, sore, and perhaps injured.
Picture your head and neck alignment when you are lying in bed. You naturally place yourself in neutral alignment, minimizing stress on your spine and neck postural muscles. This want to keep this neutral position when you are upright in an airline chair. Hanging your head forward or cocking it to one side is not only uncomfortable, but places great strain on your spine and neck postural muscles.
The best memory foam travel pillow is one that provides full support, including under the chin. This support helps you maintain proper alignment while sitting upright. Posture = comfort.
Maintaining proper alignment while traveling or sleeping upright is not only important with regards to personal comfort, but vital in reducing stress, soreness and preventing injury.
So don't be worried about cost cutting measures by the airline industry. View this as an opportunity to get a travel pillow that works.
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Dr. Kirsti Neely is a licensed chiropractor and owner of Marina Chiropractic in San Francisco. Dr. Neely is a design consultant for the Embrace Sleep Collar Travel Pillow. For more information, please visit: http://www.sleepcollar.com/
Author: LisaTeeNYC
More and more airlines are pulling their pillows from their flights. Good riddance! In addition to the questions of hygiene and sanitation, those pillows were largely useless. Do yourself and your neck a favor and upgrade.
As a licensed chiropractor, I see many patients who return from traveling with all sorts of new ailments and re-injured old ones. Usually, the injury occurs during the flight, due to long periods of sitting uncomfortably. The right travel pillow will not only allow you to relax, which offers its own health benefits, but help prevent soreness or even injury.
During the day, the postural muscles in your neck are in contraction, to support your head. When you relax, your neck muscles relax with you.
When you are lying in bed, gravity helps keep your head and body aligned. When you are sitting upright, like in an airplane chair, gravity is working against you. Especially, if you are trying to relax.
The standard U-shape travel pillows lack support under the chin. This allows your head to fall forward when you start to relax. Standard U-shape travel neck pillows have padding in the back. This padding is largely unneeded since the high-back airline chair is there for support, much like your bed supports you when you are lying down. Making matters worse, this unnecessary padding pushes your head forward even further accentuating the lack of support in front.
Your head is now putting extra stress on your spine. Not only will you be uncomfortable and unable to rest, you'll likely end up tired, sore, and perhaps injured.
Picture your head and neck alignment when you are lying in bed. You naturally place yourself in neutral alignment, minimizing stress on your spine and neck postural muscles. This want to keep this neutral position when you are upright in an airline chair. Hanging your head forward or cocking it to one side is not only uncomfortable, but places great strain on your spine and neck postural muscles.
The best memory foam travel pillow is one that provides full support, including under the chin. This support helps you maintain proper alignment while sitting upright. Posture = comfort.
Maintaining proper alignment while traveling or sleeping upright is not only important with regards to personal comfort, but vital in reducing stress, soreness and preventing injury.
So don't be worried about cost cutting measures by the airline industry. View this as an opportunity to get a travel pillow that works.
------
Dr. Kirsti Neely is a licensed chiropractor and owner of Marina Chiropractic in San Francisco. Dr. Neely is a design consultant for the Embrace Sleep Collar Travel Pillow. For more information, please visit: http://www.sleepcollar.com/
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Monday, May 23, 2011
Another Great Review for Embrace Sleep Collar Travel Pillow
This was posted in a chat on Rick Steve's Europe. Thanks, JER wherever you are!
5/12/11 8:15 PM
JER
Seattle, USA
Posts: 871
I've tried a variety of neck pillows for long haul flights. I've gone through three different inflatables (including the Rick Steves one) and sorry, Rick, they don't work for me. On the plus side, they're light in weight, but they are hard to inflate to the right pressure and they develop leaks. Next I went to the buckwheat hull filled horseshoe. Too bulky, takes up half my carry-on, and no support to keep my head from flopping forward. (It was, however, comfy as a regular pillow when I had to spend the night at an airport once.) I tried the Komfort Kollar memory foam pillow, too bulky and it wasn't that comfortable for me. Too big and uncomfortable around the back of the neck, where the bulge of memory foam just got in the way. My last neck pillow is the one I actually use now the Embrace Sleep Collar. It's memory foam, but about half the size of the Komfort Kollar The chin portion is contoured so it doesn't feel as "choky" as the Komfort Kollar, and it has plain fabric across the back of the neck, eliminating the bulge and making it less hot to wear. It's smaller and more compact, too. I bring mine on board my wrapping it round my upper arm before boarding (where you might fasten a blood pressure cuff, which it actually looks a lot like!) so it isn't taking up space in my carry-on.
First neck pillow that I wanted to use more than once, and I never leave it behind now on any transatlantic or transpacific or redeye transcontinental flight.
Rick Steve's Europe
5/12/11 8:15 PM
JER
Seattle, USA
Posts: 871
I've tried a variety of neck pillows for long haul flights. I've gone through three different inflatables (including the Rick Steves one) and sorry, Rick, they don't work for me. On the plus side, they're light in weight, but they are hard to inflate to the right pressure and they develop leaks. Next I went to the buckwheat hull filled horseshoe. Too bulky, takes up half my carry-on, and no support to keep my head from flopping forward. (It was, however, comfy as a regular pillow when I had to spend the night at an airport once.) I tried the Komfort Kollar memory foam pillow, too bulky and it wasn't that comfortable for me. Too big and uncomfortable around the back of the neck, where the bulge of memory foam just got in the way. My last neck pillow is the one I actually use now the Embrace Sleep Collar. It's memory foam, but about half the size of the Komfort Kollar The chin portion is contoured so it doesn't feel as "choky" as the Komfort Kollar, and it has plain fabric across the back of the neck, eliminating the bulge and making it less hot to wear. It's smaller and more compact, too. I bring mine on board my wrapping it round my upper arm before boarding (where you might fasten a blood pressure cuff, which it actually looks a lot like!) so it isn't taking up space in my carry-on.
First neck pillow that I wanted to use more than once, and I never leave it behind now on any transatlantic or transpacific or redeye transcontinental flight.
Rick Steve's Europe
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Another Recommendation for The Embrace Sleep Collar Travel Pillow
Let me suggested this Embrace Sleep Collar Black . Product brand is Embrace Sleep Collar Travel Pillow. Keeping your head and neck in proper alignment allows you to relax and helps prevent soreness and injury. Combining modern fabrics and materials, the Embrace Sleep Collar offers superior comfort, support, and ease of use....
Just Cervical Pillows Recommends Embrace Sleep Collar Travel Pillow
Just Cervical Pillows Recommends Embrace Sleep Collar Travel Pillow
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
A Breakthrough in Travel Comfort - The Embrace Sleep Collar Travel Pillow
A Breakthrough in Travel Comfort - The Embrace Sleep Collar Travel Pillow
“Maintaining proper alignment while traveling or sleeping upright is not only important with regards to personal comfort, but vital in reducing stress, soreness and preventing injury”
Many people find that the travel pillows currently available are more uncomfortable than wearing nothing at all. All too often, travelers arrive fatigued and with a stiff neck that can last for hours or even days. Standard travel pillows, including Memory Foam travel pillows, are bulky and poorly designed for their purpose. The inflatables don't breathe, smell funny, and can leak.
Designs in Progress knew there had to be a better way.
Consulting with doctors, flight attendants, and fashion designers, Designs in Progress set out to find the solution to the travel pillow problem.
Posture equals Comfort.
Standard travel pillows push your head forward and most have no support under the chin. The Embrace Sleep Collar gives full support to the front and the sides of the head and neck.
In two separate focus groups, individuals were seated in actual high back airline chairs and tested the Embrace Sleep Collar against other models. Every participant preferred the Sleep Collar. A flight attendant wrote that it solved the "head-bob" effect.
Dr. Kirsti Neely, a San Francisco chiropractor says "Maintaining proper alignment while traveling or sleeping upright is not only important with regards to personal comfort, but vital in reducing stress, soreness and preventing injury".
"Having tested countless prototypes with different shapes, foams, and fabrics, the Embrace Sleep Collar embodies comfort by design", says Tim Duncan, Vice President Product Development. "The new wicking fabric used in the cover is the same technology used in the latest generation running shirts and keeps the pillow cool", he added. "It all weighs less than a baseball cap".
The Embrace Sleep Collar includes the following features:
A Breakthrough in Travel Comfort - The Embrace Sleep Collar Travel Pillow
Brace Yourself for Comfort. Combining innovative design with modern fabrics and materials, the Embrace Sleep Collar is the perfect travel pillow, providing superior comfort, styling, and ease of use.
“Maintaining proper alignment while traveling or sleeping upright is not only important with regards to personal comfort, but vital in reducing stress, soreness and preventing injury”
San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) February 10, 2010
The new Embrace Sleep Collar Travel Pillow, from Designs in Progress, is a breakthrough in travel comfort. The unique combination of Memory Foam and High Resiliency Foam makes for a comfortable, lightweight, and compact travel pillow. New wicking fabrics used in the washable cover keep the pillow cool. The patented design provides full support, keeping the head and neck in proper alignment, allowing travelers to fully relax.Many people find that the travel pillows currently available are more uncomfortable than wearing nothing at all. All too often, travelers arrive fatigued and with a stiff neck that can last for hours or even days. Standard travel pillows, including Memory Foam travel pillows, are bulky and poorly designed for their purpose. The inflatables don't breathe, smell funny, and can leak.
Designs in Progress knew there had to be a better way.
Consulting with doctors, flight attendants, and fashion designers, Designs in Progress set out to find the solution to the travel pillow problem.
Posture equals Comfort.
Standard travel pillows push your head forward and most have no support under the chin. The Embrace Sleep Collar gives full support to the front and the sides of the head and neck.
In two separate focus groups, individuals were seated in actual high back airline chairs and tested the Embrace Sleep Collar against other models. Every participant preferred the Sleep Collar. A flight attendant wrote that it solved the "head-bob" effect.
Dr. Kirsti Neely, a San Francisco chiropractor says "Maintaining proper alignment while traveling or sleeping upright is not only important with regards to personal comfort, but vital in reducing stress, soreness and preventing injury".
"Having tested countless prototypes with different shapes, foams, and fabrics, the Embrace Sleep Collar embodies comfort by design", says Tim Duncan, Vice President Product Development. "The new wicking fabric used in the cover is the same technology used in the latest generation running shirts and keeps the pillow cool", he added. "It all weighs less than a baseball cap".
The Embrace Sleep Collar includes the following features:
- Memory Foam for comfort
- High Resiliency Foam for support
- Washable cover made of high-tech wicking fabric to keep cool
- Lightweight and compact - less than 3 ounces
- Available in 6 colors
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