I would like a native instrument too - stringed or not.
No, seriously, joking apart - it's great to get instruments from the places you have visited.
You won't believe this, but my daughter bought and had shipped back to UK a great big didgeridoo from OZ.
We all have a go on it when we meet up - the sound is awesome!
JR bought a magnificent Spanish acoustic guitar when we were on holiday many years ago, and our friend bought a mandolin!
Like many others, we eagerly await the pics of bro's travels - so enjoyed the last ones!
Do wish him bon voyage from your eBid pals!