Packing Essentials: The Pen

It's inevitable that whenever you pack, you'll end up forgetting something. I always end up leaving and feeling like I've left something essential, even if I haven't. We're going to attempt to help keep you from forgetting those little things that can make an impact on your trip, large or small. Today, the subject of our attention is the small, but mighty, pen.
Ok, so forgetting a pen won't keep you clothed when you use your last pair of underwear, find you some place to eat, or make your luggage magically appear. But when you're crammed into a plane and need to fill out that customs form, you'll be glad you have it.