Comments on: 13 Backup Plans For The Modern Traveler: Photos, Passports, Gadgets and More

By: Mike

Mike — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 17:39:07 +0000

Good article. I have two suggestions.

1. Taking extras of any prescription medications is a good idea, but it’s very easy to lose or ruin it. I think it’s best to split it up and keep it in two separate locations, preferably with a travel companion, if available.

2. For emergency water needs, it’s easier and cheaper to carry a few chlorine and/or iodine water purification tablets. They’re much smaller than the Steripen, and WAY cheaper, although they’re not nearly as cool. But since I’m worried about emergencies and not everyday use, that’s what I take.

By: Ted Fedor

Ted Fedor — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 16:14:12 +0000

I know the tips have been around for a while, but I just found them recently. Great ideas.

I have been using the site http://www.tripit.com to share my itinerary with select individuals (family members, friends, etc) What is nice about it is that it can be as detailed as you need it to be (or not), but should you have a change in plans, you can update on the fly.

The other thing that I do (besides making photocopies of my passport, etc.) is to make pdf’s of them and then encrypt them onto a USB device. If I needed to walk into a consulate for a reissued passport, I have all the information in one small just about universally readable place. (oh btw, maybe I’m a little overcautious on this, but I also carry the installs for Adobe’s reader for Mac, Window and Linux.)

By: Passport Guys

Passport Guys — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 19:16:39 +0000

As a frequent international traveler and industry guru I agree that this is a good list to live by. I especially like the part about passports and visas. One thing to remeber is to check the Entry and Exit requirements for each country you are going to and don't forget to register with your country's embassy in the country you are going to. Registering before you arrive can help if any of the above terrible things happen to you.

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By: Mike

Mike — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 13:58:36 +0000

Thanks for the kudos, Kirsty! I certainly won’t be planning for each and every thing either. It’s nice to be impulsive every once in a while.

By: Kirsty

Kirsty — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 11:19:52 +0000

Bitchin’ post! I’m one of those foolhardy folks who live in denial that anything bad will ever happen (or maybe it’s a good wey to be?) and nothing ever has… so far. I might put a few of your tips into effect before I head off on my next trip. Just a few though… I still like to be a bit irresponsible.

By: Mike

Mike — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 16:54:12 +0000

Great point, Rob. I just updated the post above to reflect this advice. Thanks for the tip!

By: Rob Meyer

Rob Meyer — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 14:22:51 +0000

Great tips Mike!

I agree, being prepared is NOT a bad thing.

As an addition to backing up your passport, I would recommend making similar copies of all important visas. Not having this has gotten me into trouble a couple of times, when I didn’t have access to my passport…

By: Michelle

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By: Dov Sugarman

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