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chordoflife, posting in peacecorpsfolks @ 06:12 pm: Backpacks for in-country travel?
Does one really NEED a Internal Frame backpack for in-country travel/vacation times? They all seem a bit expensive, and I'm wondering if a sturdy non-frame hiking pack or Rucksack might work just as well. If need be I could get an internal frame at Target, but I want to be wise in purchasing..

anonymouseuser, posting in peacecorpsfolks @ 11:43 am: Readjustment allowance questions
How much does the readjustment allowance amount to with taxes? Do you get money for your time during pre-service training?

Also, is there any way to get cash in lieu if you et? How possible is it to return your plane ticket and buy a cheaper one?

If you can't tell, I'm trying to get out of here but would like to maximize the amount of money I can get because I'm afraid the readjustment allowance won't be enough to live off of when I get back. If you have any suggestions, please let me know!