so in terms of departures I always HAVE to have two things with me. one being a black towel. not just any towel I suppose, just one ive had for a while, and I think Ive been infected by the Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy in knowing that if I have a towel everything will be ok. item two is a massive coffee mug which ive also had for many years. its blue and handmade ceramic and most importantly holds 3/4 of a bodum which is usually sufficient to get me going in the morning. so long as I have these two items all is well in my travels.