Packing Ideas

+ Styptic pencil (nicked an artery shaving - who knew one could? - 5 hours of bleeding.  They have no idea what one is in Quito.)

+ Kindle (I miss reading.)

+ Earbuds (long sleepless flights suck.)

+ Crystal Lite Packets (water is dull.)

+ Camping utensils (Too many bad plastic utensils in market food courts.)

+ Better Luggage (travel backpack is a go; sling for daytime wear is better than a small backpack if sans camera gear. 3l may be OK - carrying layers and can serve as 'personal item' aboard flights.)

- Big ass battery pack (heavy and useless.)