Author Archives: Kevin Murphy

Latest Turtle Island Imports Contest!

How do you wear your sarong?  Are you creative with your sarongs? Compete in our contest.  Starts July 21st! Here are the details!   Post your submission on our page:  https://www.facebook.com/turtleislandimports . To win: The grand prize for best way to tie a sarong wins $25 gift certificate to turtleislandimports.com. The three most creative, interesting […]

A Sarong by Any Other Name

The Many Names of Sarongs We know that a rose by any other name would smell as sweet. Would a sarong by any other name be as beautiful and useful?   We’ve talked about some of the many uses for a sarong or pareo. Perhaps you’re wondering about the countries where these versatile garments are […]

Planning a Barbecue? Don’t Forget the Sarong

Sarongs at the Barbecue Many Uses for a Sarong Jeff and Joslyn hosted their first barbecue on July 4th this year. Young and married for just one year, they nervously ventured into the untried territory of entertaining guests. Friends had told them, “You can’t go wrong with a barbecue.” Hmmm. Are you sure? No Apron? […]

Going Camping? Pack a Sarong or Two

Sun protection After you’ve successfully filtered and enjoyed your morning coffee you pack up and hit the trail. The sun gets hotter and hotter, and you start to wilt. A flash of inspiration: you reach into your backpack, take out your sarong and drape it over your head and shoulders. You suddenly have cool, lightweight […]

Sun Protection with a Sarong

Sarongs as sun protection. Heading for the beach this summer? Trying to travel light? Remember how, last summer, you lugged all manner of paraphernalia on the long path from the parking lot to the beach, picking your way carefully among the loose rocks and slippery dry dirt, and arrived at the beach tired, achy, and […]

SARONG SAVES THE DAY

If you’re planning a trip this summer, consider the sarong as a faithful travel companion. You may be wondering how you’ll fit everything into one suitcase. With airlines charging for bags these days, we’re all trying to pack lighter. Tucked into otherwise wasted spots in your bag (yes, that’s singular) this summer could be at […]

Sarongs for All Body Types

The word “sarong” usually conjures up images of a brightly colored wraparound skirt on some lean beach body, usually a girl. This is usually the case in most resort settings, especially in the tropics, where the sarong is part of customary garb. In the tropics, you will find that the sarong has long been worn […]

The Traveling Sarong

The woman traveler never knows if her kit is properly made up. For the most part, sensible footwear and walking clothes are standard, as are a change of shirt, socks, and underwear. Once in a while, even the dusty traveler might be invited to visit someplace that has a dress code (e.g. a place of […]