If you’ve ever spent time on a flight in absolute boredom, there’s a reasonably good chance you soon found yourself sifting through the pages of SkyMall, and its parade of weird and wacky items. The publication filed for bankruptcy in January, and it has been removed from most flights. Fortunately, there are still some quirky things you can buy online before SkyMall disappears entirely. So make believe you’re on a long flight, and consider the following.
California Suntan Lotion Scented Tee $9.99
Because suntan lotion has an aroma that you just can’t deny.
Tablift Hands-Free Tablet Holder $59.95
For those moments when holding your tablet is just too much. Or, if you want someone to think there’s a gigantic spider on your bed.
Scaled Tyrannosaurus Rex Dinosaur Wall Trophy $99.95
Want a keepsake before you see Jurassic Park III? Just mount this T-Rex head to your wall—it only sticks out by 12 inches. If anyone asks, you can brag about surviving a run-in with the gigantic dinosaur…on a screen.
Comfortable TV Listening Headband $149.99
This might look like it’s perfect for flying, but in reality, it’s meant to be used at home. The bright side? You can fall asleep with the TV on and you’ll be the only one who can hear it.
Bigfoot Garden Yeti Statues $99.95 to $2,250
Now you can stage your own Yeti sighting! There are three sizes, but with the right background and Instagram filters, you could let your friends and family think you’ve seen Sasquatch. But if you lift it, be sure to bend at the knees—the largest size is 147 pounds.
NapAnywhere Pillow $59.00
Don’t let the name fool you—the description makes it clear that this is not a neck pillow. Strangely enough, it’s not a torture device, either. It’s actually intended to keep your neck upright, making it easier to rest while you’re seated for a long period of time. Is it comfortable? Sure doesn’t look like it.
Zombie of Montclaire Moors $99.95
Have a nosy neighbor who can’t mind her own business? Garden zombie to the rescue! You could also place it in your living room for laughs, but better to hide it in your yard where someone might unknowingly stumble upon it.
Renaissance-style Monk’s Robe $199.00
Halloween is around the corner…eventually. Whether you use it to creep out your friends or act out a scene from Eyes Wide Shut, that’s up to you. We won’t judge.
Singing Gondolier $59.99
You know what your pool is missing? A singing gondolier. That’s right—you don’t need to go to Venice to hear traditional Italian tunes—Luciano Poolvarotti can serenade you with a whopping three songs.
For more quirky travel items and news, check out:
- Funny Signs From Around the World
- Theme Parties at 30,000 Feet
- Movies & TV Shows Filmed at the Same Location
By Stephanie Ervin for PeterGreenberg.com
