While in school for photography, I learned that CD's are not a long-term archivable medium. I wish I had the documentation in front of me to back up my claim, but unfortunately I don't (Yes, I kept all the information material from every class in college). Since the CD is light sensitive, similar to silver-halide film (don't take this analogy too seriously), the CD will degrade over time.
DVDs are very similar to CDs in that they are 'laminated' layers of CDs and, as a result, will suffer more than CDs. I would never use DVDs to archive my photos.
Kodak USED to make archivable CDs that supposedly lasted a lifetime+.
Buy HDDs and don't look back...especially if the data is something you treasure.
Pelican or Seahorse case. Seahorse is about 1/2 price of pelican w/ approximately the same quality.
Personally, I use a large pelican case for my checked luggage. A giant (12" x 18") emu (not EMO!!!) decal proves I'm a TSA trusted air-traveler.
FedEx (or use preferred parcel delivery service) your tools and equipment ahead of time if possible.
Other tips...
Make sure you take a licensed taxi. Although traveling 105 MPH through Seoul was thrilling, and the selection of 10-year old music videos was humorously satisfying, you may have to explain the $150 charge claimed on your expense report.
If you frequent airport hangars, or similar restricted areas, don't wander far...underpaid soldiers with expensive weapons do not joke around.
Don't exhange currency in airports...they often provide the worst rates. Look to your local banks, as they can provide competitive rates.
Become acquainted with the local customs and make an effort not to be an ignorant. You may be rewarded with an all-night, all-expenses-paid party featuring gorgeous english-students from around the world, soju and gamjatang.
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While in school for photography, I learned that CD's are not a long-term archivable medium. I wish I had the documentation in front of me to back up my claim, but unfortunately I don't (Yes, I kept all the information material from every class in college). Since the CD is light sensitive, similar to silver-halide film (don't take this analogy too seriously), the CD will degrade over time. DVDs are very similar to CDs in that they are 'laminated' layers of CDs and, as a result, will suffer more than CDs. I would never use DVDs to archive my photos. Kodak USED to make archivable CDs that supposedly lasted a lifetime+. Buy HDDs and don't look back...especially if the data is something you treasure.
Pelican or Seahorse case. Seahorse is about 1/2 price of pelican w/ approximately the same quality. Personally, I use a large pelican case for my checked luggage. A giant (12" x 18") emu (not EMO!!!) decal proves I'm a TSA trusted air-traveler. FedEx (or use preferred parcel delivery service) your tools and equipment ahead of time if possible. Other tips... Make sure you take a licensed taxi. Although traveling 105 MPH through Seoul was thrilling, and the selection of 10-year old music videos was humorously satisfying, you may have to explain the $150 charge claimed on your expense report. If you frequent airport hangars, or similar restricted areas, don't wander far...underpaid soldiers with expensive weapons do not joke around. Don't exhange currency in airports...they often provide the worst rates. Look to your local banks, as they can provide competitive rates. Become acquainted with the local customs and make an effort not to be an ignorant. You may be rewarded with an all-night, all-expenses-paid party featuring gorgeous english-students from around the world, soju and gamjatang.