Fathers Day Bargains - Father's Day Gifts for traveling Dads

June brings another chance to a give a parent a traveling-type present: see six suggestions, below.

By the way, those who think Father's Day is merely a Hallmark holiday may be pleased to know that the Day dates to a real-life woman who wanted to honor her Civil War veteran father, who'd raised six children by himself.

The Tilley Hat:
Tilley is a company with devoted fans: started by Alex Tilley, who poses handsomely in his gear; determined to make products that never wear out. Tilley also makes a wide range of clothes, that dry overnight, never wrinkle, and have secret pockets all over the place.

Sunglasses:
Whether you're going to Maui or Mexico or the Magic Kingdom, most vacations shine a lot of sun in your eyes.

Wallet:
Vacations mean spending moolah, so Dad might as well have a nice billfold for cash and credit cards.

GPS PDA:
We all know that guys don't like to ask for directions, especially when they're behind the wheel. Global Positioning System to the rescue! This one is integrated into a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant handy hand-held device.)

PDA:
Remember: vacations are the time to tune into your kids, not handheld devices. But still, these items do make a nice gift for Father's Day.

Okay, Dads, you know you're supposed to turn off the laptop while on vacation. But for those moments when you simply have to find WiFi: this inexpensive little key-chain gadget does the trick. In order for your gift to be well-received, check Dad's calendar to see when he's free around Father's Day, and consult with his significant other. (If Mom's coming along, and she doesn't share his hobby, choose a place that offers alternative activities she enjoys, such as sunbathing, shopping, or spa facilities.)

Then select your dates and arrange to pre-pay for the vacation. Come Father's Day, surprise him with a card. Inside, place his itinerary... and send him packing.