Definitely research Dr. Ortiz!!! He is amazing.. You can actually call and talk to a patient coordinator and they can tell you all about pricing.. WAY CHEAPER with Dr. Ortiz.. here is the # 866-376-7849... Hope this helps!! Keep using this forum.. it will help you a ton! Good Luck!
It depends on what carrier you have.. I had T-Mobile and had no service at all as soon as I crossed the border..
One thing to add to your checklist is slippers.. I LOVED having my slippers.. just a thought!
If I were you, I would schedule my fill for the 11th, so you don't have to be on the liquid diet during the rest of your vacation.. just a thought...LOL