With the holidays upon us our LowFares.com Gadget Guide highlights travel gadgets to take on your own holiday travel, or to buy for the globetrotter or jet-setter on your holiday shopping list.

This week’s gadgets include a portable scale that calculates the weight of your luggage before you check it, a travel door safety alarm, and more.

Among this week’s gadgets are an all-natural “bite blocker” lotion, an inflatable neck pillow, durable plastic sleeves for holding tea and coffee, and more.

Among this week’s gadgets are a chemical-free and pet-safe spray made from natural ingredients, a flameless LED light, a spandex wrist wallet, and more.

Among this week’s gadgets are the Apex Pack backpack, protective cases and covers for luggage and appliances, a handy USB spotlight, stylish totes and bags, and more.

Among these week’s gadgets are this trendy leather trolley, a solar-powered emergency radio and flashlight, a compact theft-proof day bag, and more.

Among these week’s gadgets are these stylish eco-friendly pouches featuring a zippered closure and a side carrying strap, the Capri Hanging Dopp Kit, the Spacepak Shoe Case and more.

Make your vacation more enjoyable and comfortable with travel gadgets like this sitting luggage bag which incorporates a sturdy comfortable fold down chair for use while waiting in airports. Its patented curved handle adjusts to fit varying heights and supports up to 300 pounds. Available in black or red, $155 at www.magellans.com.

Flying out on a business trip or weekend getaway? Be prepared for frustration and high stress levels, thanks to increased security measures that are prompting many airports to slow down the check-in process. CNN recently …

Dealing with lost or damaged baggage continues to be one of the biggest headaches for travelers around the country, but the recent economic downturn that has prompted a reduced demand in travel and fewer flights …