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Summer travel isn't likely to be very pleasant this year. To help you cope with long lines, flight delays, and a weak dollar, we suggest indulging in some of these accessories, toys, and tools.

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Sunglasses

Cartier's tinted sunglasses for women help hide tired eyes—and they look the part, whether you're lolling in Saint-Tropez or power-walking to a board meeting. ($2,200)

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Passport Holder

You'll never rummage for your documents again with this holder from Danish designer Georg Jensen. Made from sleek stainless steel and black polycarbonate, it flaunts the designer's trademark curved edges. There's a slot in front for storing credit cards. ($75)

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Luggage

Crafted for long weekends, the polished unisex "Dakota" bag (left) from Bulgari is made from chalk-white calfskin and features palladium hardware. ($1,750)

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Portable G.P.S.

The nüvi 880 has several useful features, including real-time information on weather, traffic, gas prices, and news, and a 4.3-inch color display. Our favorite: Say "where am I?" to get a list of nearby police stations, gas stops, and hospitals. ($1,000)

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Backgammon Set

This striped backgammon set from Vivre may make for better company than your travel companion. The playing surface is tan calf leather, and the case itself is striped calf hair trimmed with brown leather. ($985)

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Power Adapter Kit

Trade your laptop, cell phone, BlackBerry, camera, and iPod chargers for this universal power adapter kit from Tumi, with a 120-watt AC/DC power adapter, retractable cable, AC wall-socket plug, and several tips for each of your electronic gadgets. It all fits neatly in a black nylon carrying case. ($195)

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Sleep Mask

If you're going to shut out the airport lounge or a bright hotel room with a sleep mask, you might as well look good in the process. This version from Daniel A. Hansen is made in England of embroidered silk jacquard. ($90)

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