MUST BE MY LUCK: Riots and Protests where we've gone!!

[Aloha_Shooter]

If you're flying, a mini-go bag would be hard to put together, I'm interested in what you do. Do you pick up a knife in country or just check it (and hope it isn't stolen in your luggage), etc?

Unlike in Good ol USA, checked in luggage is very safe in most international port/airport. Pocket knife is a must.. But in many countries it's limited to 2.25".

Depending on the country, I will pack a good sturdy pocket knife in my checked baggage or purchase a kitchen knife "for cutting fruit, cheese, and sausage" in country.

Monkey's been in different airports than I have. You don't see many US airports where it's considered normal to completely cover your bag in plastic wrap to prevent thieves from getting into your luggage whereas you will see those plastic wrap kiosks in the main lobby of many European and Asian airports.

Could you provide us a schedule Ken so we can all avoid your itinerary?

This. My international trips tend to be expeditions of one kind or another so I usually pack first aid kits, water filter, paracord, etc. but I'd like to avoid trouble if possible so knowing his itinerary would be very helpful.