For convenience, consider bringing a couple of floppy disks with your e-mail address list and Web bookmarks or favorites for use at public internet terminals. Carry your backups separately, if possible in different pieces of luggage. Test your backups. Make sure you have them in a form that will be usable when you need them. If you're bringing a computer, check local dial-up numbers and charges for using them before you go, to avoid long distance calls or unexpected charges.
International travel can pose much more complex Internet connection problems.
Consider using cybercafes or public terminals abroad, even if you take your own laptop computer on domestic trips. If you're taking your computer abroad, prepare carefully. See if a global roaming service would cut your connection costs. All advice and recommendations are the personal opinions of Edward Hasbrouck. No paid advertisements or paid listings whatsoever are accepted on this site.