Reporter's Notebook: In the suitcase

Max Guerra is taking a camera, a phone, a calling card in cases he loses the phone and an alarm clock for waking up early. Other "necessities" include a PSP and an iPod, he said. Mom gave him an address book, so that he can stay in touch with friends that he makes.

Ciera Nunez's suitcase includes a new camera that takes photos and video, as well as a journal.

James Faulkner also will have his camera, iPod and cell phone.