Chances are, if you're backpacking in today's modern world, you're going to have a lot of stuff. Clothes, gear, you name it. In the past twenty years, however, travelers have introduced new gadgets that beg to be included on the "must pack" list. If you have a tech travel experience you'd like to share, write it up and send it to us.

The United States of Electronica An introduction to all things electronic and on the road. E.T. Phone Home Having a phone on the road can be a blessing - or a nightmare. GSM Phone Rental How to take a cell phone with you on the road and save money doing it. Pack, Pack, Pack It Up! How technology makes life easier when you're hitting the trails. Don't Even Think About It Why technology is best left on the shelves and not in your pack. Point and Shoot Almost everyone brings a camera to capture their adventures on film (or disk) - and with good reason. Vacation & Business Travel Essentials: Your PDA, GPS, and Translation Software Dave Rogers breaks down the advantages of GPS and some other handheld tech that makes your travels much smoother.

Musica Besides the camera, the other tech item most travelers can't live without - how you can and why you shouldn't. Electronic Brain Computers aren't the easiest things to lug halfway around the world, but for some people, the hassle may be worth it. Where Am I? For all the trekkers and hikers out there, a GPS system may be worth the dough. Although it may be cool, techies not into the outdoor sports should find another toy to play with. Public Displays of Affection (PDAs) The mini-planner/computer/alarm clock and all-around-gadget, a PDA device may be the answer to all your techy orries. Is This Thing On? Lights, Camera, Action! Take a video camera and relive your memories in real-time, over and over and over... How Do You Say? Translation devices sound great in theory - but how do they stack up when put to the test?