Travel Set

For the gamer on the go, backgammon travel sets are the perfect ideas for anytime of the year gifts. Backgammon travel set is just what you need if you are on the go, and you want to find something to occupy your time with. You can use the traveling game on the boat, on the train, in the car or on a plane - traveling games are a great idea so you don’t have to worry about how much time you are spending traveling, you will just have a good long time of fun!

What is a travel set?
A travel set is made for the gamer on the go, who wants something to do with their time instead of having to talk to those who are traveling along with you to similar destinations but you don’t know. A travel set is something you can take with you in a bag or in your pocket. Some travel sets are electronic or others are hand held but include magnetic pieces or static pieces that will not easily fall from the board. What a great way for a gamer to travel.

The travel sets are just the same as larger board games. Travel sets include the same racks, vertical lines, and points that you can capture to win the game. If you want to win at a game of backgammon, practice when you are traveling using a backgammon set that will give you all you need to get that extra practice.

Magnetic pieces on the travel set are great if you are traveling in a manner this is not always so smooth or if you are traveling where lots of people will bump into you. You can also use the travel size backgammon when you will not be in one spot too long.

Handheld electronic games are also travel sizes you will just love. The travel size electronic game can be played for one, or it can be multiplayer. The multiplayer game will allow you to play with someone you are traveling with or it is a good excuse to get to know someone who is traveling by the same means that you are that you don’t know otherwise. Bring lots of batteries with you so you can play for hours at a time. Backgammon gamers never dice they just fade away.

What can you use travel games for if you are not a backgammon player?
Give the gift of learning to those who are younger. Teach them how to play this strategic game by giving them a handheld game they can take, enjoy and learn all the time. In grade school, children need something to do during free time to keep them out of trouble. In college, students have time between classes and when traveling to and from home, so the gift of a backgammon set is just the ticket.

Handheld Backgammon

Handheld backgammon is a treat for gamers of all ages. What exactly is a hand held game? A game is small enough to fit in your hand to play when you are on the go, when you don’t have lots of space, or it could be an electronic version of the backgammon game.

A large variety of handheld backgammon games exist for gift giving, for special occasions, for those who are traveling, for children or adults, beginners or for those who are advanced.  A few types of handheld games:

Plastic, small with carrying case, with plastic pieces

This type of handheld game is often given when someone does not have a lot of space to play a game, but when someone wants to play occasionally. Small children often lose these pieces easily but for those who are dedicated, one could play alone or with a partner anywhere. The small plastic pieces use static to keep the pieces from falling off the board or from moving when they are placed where wanted. You have a wide variety of choices.

Hard bound, metal with magnetic pieces

Small boards that are just about as big as your hand but that are metal and contain magnetic pieces are just what you need when you want to travel and play a game without the pieces falling off the board with great certainty. This is a type of game that can be played in the home, on the train or in school so you can grab a game and go.

Electronic basic backgammon

Those who are new to the backgammon world love the basic game while learning all the moves. If you want single player or two-player backgammon the simple electronic backgammon game is what you are searching for. This game teaches all the rules without levels of difficulty being involved so the basics are learned to a great extent. For those who are young, or those who are old, learning with the handheld basic game of backgammon is a great gift idea. This type of handheld game runs on batteries and can be taken just about anywhere. What a great way to learn and have fun.

Electronic with sound and levels

Advanced backgammon strategists love this handheld game. Single player and multiplayer games are available on this type of handheld game. The levels of the game can be increased based on the needs of those who are playing. For single players looking for great excitement the higher levels will increase the concentration and gaming requirements. This handheld game is the type that runs on batteries and can be taken anywhere.