Originally Posted by besttravelgear

Hi there, I'm about to buy a Macbook Air (128 GB). Air users--do you recommend an external hard drive too? I'd use it mainly for word docs and photos. (I've been backing up photos on iPad while traveling). I know it's a good idea to use an external hd at home for back-up regardless, but those of you using an Air--do you travel with an external hard drive as well? Thanks!