+ Bring a jacket. Even if one day is 37 C, some evenings might be cool and wet.

+ For trips less than two weeks, rent a bike. Re-building a bike (especially a folder) can be a pain in the butt. If 2+ weeks then full-sized if flying a Cdn airline or the folder otherwise.

+ Double check train trips in case one leg could have been cycled instead of taking the train.

+ Re-reminder to bring the digital camera. More photo flexibility.

+ Alex is physically stronger than me and could easily carry his gear on-bike next time.

+ Travelling with Alex is so amazing. As always, he is calm, collected, witty, wise and fun to be with.

+ Even with the folding bikes, it is important to wrap them in plastic film for the flights, and maybe even capped with cardboard in delicate sections. Plastic wrap is an excellent means of protecting the bikes.