I cannot believe I am asking this.....

Hi,

Indeed, hand luggage only means no tripod and hopefully for you, no laptop. I'd go even further:

I have the simplest but fastest backup device ever: a Nexto. It's basically a tiny box with a card reader around a 2.5" drive. Weighs nothing, takes no place, does the same job. My cell phone goes with me for basic surfing etc. I can review all I want when I'm back.

Just my €0,02

Peter.

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