Obviously, I will be bringing my digital camera on this trip (Canon PowerShot SD400 5.0 MP). I am also bringing an old laptop for offloading pictures, checking email, and blogging whenever possible (both hotels we are staying at have Internet access).
I love the Windows Live Writer application, which I am using to publish this blog. If you do any blogging at all, and run Windows, definitely check it out.
I did some research and learned more about international plug types and electricity, than most people need to. Each country has its own plug type(s) and electricity standard (Voltage/Frequency). Here in the United States, we have 120 Volts at 60 Hz, and the plug types are called A & B. Egypt has 220 Volts at 50 Hz (plug type C). You can get details on the different countries here: Electricity Around the World.
Most device power supplies, will handle various frequencies and voltages (generally 110-240 Volts, and 50-60 Hz, if not more). Therefore, all that is needed for this trip (and pretty much most modern countries around the world), is a plug adapter to handle the connection from your power supply to the female sockets in these countries. You can get individual plug adapters for certain plug types/countries. But if you plan on visiting more than one country, a universal plug adapter is generally a good investment.
I decided to go with the APC Universal Plug Adapter, due to its global coverage, compactness, and great reviews. I picked this up from J&R (downtown Manhattan) for $19.99 +tax. For more information on plug types used around the world, check out this Wikipedia Page
I will be traveling as light as possible, but I need a laptop, and this old Inspiron 8100 is my only option, since I do not want to have to worry about bring my new laptop. So this 7.9 lb 'notebook' will by the heaviest item I have to bring.
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