A good read, thanks Richard. Your "Make sure to bring your own pen" reminds me of the advice in 'Hitchiker's Guide To The Galaxy' about bringing a towel. I am old-school enough to always carry a pen as well as a notepad and am surprised how many younger people don't think to carry one. I have had many "can I borrow your pen?" times in my travels.
A good read, thanks Richard. Your "Make sure to bring your own pen" reminds me of the advice in 'Hitchiker's Guide To The Galaxy' about bringing a towel. I am old-school enough to always carry a pen as well as a notepad and am surprised how many younger people don't think to carry one. I have had many "can I borrow your pen?" times in my travels.
Yes, exactly this for crossing borders. Or even just for general use. You never know when you will need one.