7) Your Own Mosquito Tent
Maybe this seems like overkill, but, for malaria-infested areas, there’s something deeply secure about knowing that wherever you land to sleep, you’re covered. I recommend taking along something like the Epco...
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8) Ac Adaptors That Don’t Require Converters/Transformers
Read the fine print on the AC Adaptor for your camcorder, laptop and/or digital camera. Odds are, if it’s less than 5 years old, you really don’t need an adaptor/transformer for it. (It’ll probably say...
Read More9) Rent Or Buy A "Worldphone"
If you need to stay connected, consider renting a cell phone and/or SIM card from the folks at Telestial.http://www.telestial.com/If you use a US-based cell network like I do (I like Sprint’s plans), you’ll have to...
Read More10) Rent a Satphone
If you’re unsure about relying on cell coverage for any reason, for dangerous or “out back” areas, see Telestial. (See link above.) They might not be the cheapest, but they know their stuff. Again, the cost is...
Read More11) Rent a SAT Modem
If you’re not sure there will be good connectivity in your area and you simply *must* remain connected, consider a Thrane Sat Modem or its equivalent. Something like the Thrane Explorer 500 (via the BGAN network)...
Read More12) Pack by Checklist
Make a checklist. Take it with you on trip so you can add things as you “miss” them. Prioritize them according to a scale where 1 is “imperative” and 5 is “luxury”. When you pack, try to...
Read More13) Use Roller Bags
This new generation of rolling carry-ons and rolling suitcases is the berries. What a back-saver. Find the lightest, most durable stuff you can find. I like the ThinkPad Vertical Roller Case (model #40Y7384) but that’s...
Read More14) Bring a Filtered Water Bottle
I’ve been carrying the Bota “Outback” for some time now…http://store.botaofboulder.com/merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=BOB&Product_Code=outbackSystem&Category_Code=FSBut pick...
Read More15) Carry a Thin Notebook
Write everything down. Get in the habit of making good notes. The notebook has to be thin enough to stick in your shirt pocket or hip pocket, so you always have it with you. Do a section for finances. Write down every expense,...
Read More16) Use a Money Belt
Desperate people do desperate things. Until the entire world is completely satisfied with every basic human need, you and your belongings will still be a target. Keep your credit cards & your cash in there.
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