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Originally Posted by Wavytone
I can say from personal experience forget a 4" refractor, 7" Mak or 8" SCT, these are all too big unless you are planning on taking a trailer.
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Short-tube refractors (fast, short focal length) can be a good travel-scope option.
I've got a 90 mm / 500 mm FL refractor, which fits in a padded carry bag which is just 50 cm x 25 cm x 25 cm, complete with tripod and equatorial mount, and room for plenty of eyepieces and other accessories.