My wife and I took a short vacation earlier this month, and I decided to take my DE and my VDH soap and brush (a set from a drug store or walmart that also comes with a bowl). I took the VDH stuff because it face lathers pretty well and the brush is cheap so I didn't feel like I had to take a brush stand or otherwise worry about it getting messed up. I went with the DE mainly because it took up less space in the packing (not as much extra stuff), which is the primary concern when traveling with SWMBO. DE shaving does save a little time as well (stropping, etc), so it might be a good option for you too.