by Mark | Jul 8, 2020 | Field, Travel Tips, Visa requirements
In Congo, Brazzaville, I was expected to have a transit visa, but did not. They allowed me to buy one there — $40, if I’m not mistaken. However, they then connected me with one of their “baggage handlers” who shook me down for more money. My advice...
by Mark | Jun 2, 2020 | Mozambique, Travel Tips
Check with the CDC (link) for immunizations and anti-malarial prophylaxis (medicine to keep you from getting malaria). I used Doxycycline which is cheap, but has to be taken every day and makes one more sensitive to the sun. It was simple to get my visa at the...
by Mark | Jun 2, 2020 | Austrialia, Travel Tips
If passing through Australia, (even for a short time) don’t forget to get your Australian visa. Chuck US citizens, and many others, can get an electronic visa from https://www.eta.immi.gov.au/ETAS3/etas. It costs $20AUS and takes only a few seconds (if you have...
by Mark | Jun 2, 2020 | packing, Travel Tips
Tools to bring – A multi-purpose tool such as a Leatherman Skeletool or the REV Multi-Tool. Chris Jarka https://www.leatherman.com/skeletool-18.html ~$60US. It has a bit driver, but you’ll probably need your own selection of bits. John Wood A...
by Mark | Jan 6, 2020 | DOT, Field, hardware, kits
Here is an example of a normal DOT Kit DOT...
