TGA Releases State of The U.S. Travel Goods Market 1992-2003: A Profile of The U.S. Travel Goods Market

Did you know that the United States still consumed an estimated $15 billion worth of travel goods in 2003 as the industry continues to recover from the tragedy of 9/11? Did you know that even though estimated sales of luggage, brief/computer cases, and travel and sports bags fell significantly after 9/11, TGA estimates that U.S. handbag sales have skyrocketed, particularly during 2003, to meet U.S. consumers' seemingly insatiable appetite for brand-name and designer bags? Did you know that, despite falling prices, TGA estimates that steady demand for flatgoods (wallets, glass cases, PDA cases, etc.) and backpacks helped U.S. sales of those products grow modestly in 2003? Find these exciting facts and more about the U.S. travel goods market in TGA's just released State of the U.S. Travel Goods Market 1992-2003 (PDF format) publication.

The Travel Goods Association is the voice of the travel goods industry. A national trade association, TGA represents the manufacturers, distributors, and retailers of luggage, leather goods, business and travel accessories, business and computer cases, handbags, and other products for people who travel.

For more information, contact the Travel Goods Association at 609-720-1200, ext. 205, John Misiano at john@travel-goods.org, or visit the organization's website at www.travel-goods.org, or request a copy of the July/August issue of Travel Goods Showcase for a closer look at the newest accessories and trends.