Packing

I've had requests for the packing list. It was my topic for today anyway, I was going to wait until my bag was packed so I could show everyone but I still have some laundry to do first. Here is a copy of the packing list so you can access it online when you need. Remember to pack LIGHT! Do not waste your energy hauling around lots of extra stuff.  Space on the bus is limited, many hotels are located inside cities where we cannot park a bus, and many don't have elevators so you will be lifting that suitcase up multiple flights of narrow stairs! Our recommendation is one 24-27" suitcase and a backpack/carry on that can double as a day bag.

Packing Checklist

NECK POUCH OR MONEY BELT with:

• PASSPORT!!!
• CREDIT/ATM CARD
• MONEY YOU EXCHANGED & SOME US DOLLARS

TRAVELER JOURNAL

NAME TAGS ON ALL LUGGAGE: Use the one EF provided or make them bright & easy to spot

CARRY ON TO INCLUDE: Anything you can’t live without for a day or two

• TOILETRIES – All liquids 3 oz. or less in a small baggie - soap, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, lotion, shampoo, hand sanitizer, contact stuff, your beauty stuff
• MEDICATIONS – prescriptions (in original container), pain reliever, allergy medicine, motion sickness medicine, antibiotic, etc. 
• CAMERA – Extra memory card, charger or batteries
• STUFF – glasses, sunglasses, MP3/headphones, chargers, books, cards (for layovers), etc.
• ALL VALUABLES – don’t pack anything in your suitcase that might be stolen – bring it with you! (Cash especially)
• ONE CHANGE OF CLOTHES – including underwear (just in case your suitcase is delayed or lost)
• MUNCHIES – water bottle, snacks, gum….

       SUITCASE – Label inside and out. Tuck a copy of the itinerary inside. (Itinerary is on the EF site)

• CLOTHING FOR HOT & COOL WEATHER: long pants (1-2), long sleeved shirt (1), shorts (2), short sleeved shirts (6), jacket (1).  Choose lightweight & fast drying!  Remember you must have modest, cathedral appropriate clothes!
• COMFORTABLE SHOES: with socks - break in well before we leave!!!
• UNDERWEAR: at least 6 pair
• ONE SEMI-DRESSY OUTFIT: for the theatre (shoes to match?)
• BELT, SWIMMING SUIT, HAT 
• TOILETRIES: This time 18 days worth - soap, deodorant, toothbrush & toothpaste, lotion, shampoo, contact stuff (bring an extra set of contact lenses), your beauty stuff, hand sanitizer. Hotels on this trip will not have courtesy mini bottles in the shower for you. 
• CONVERTER/ADAPTER & CHARGERS - if you bring any electronics you will need these!
• PLASTIC BAG FOR WET ITEMS (or plasticized section in luggage)
• LAUNDRY KIT - detergent (close securely), clothes line, sink stopper
• GUM & SNACKS
• sometimes food provided for the tour seems a little sparse, especially for growing boys with big appetites. Pack granola/protein bars to carry for a quick pick me up. 
• FANNY PACK/BACK PACK: purses & wallets are easier to snatch. You could make your carry-on your back pack… just transfer everything to your suitcase once you get to the hotel then put your day items in the pack.
• RAIN GEAR: Jacket/windbreaker w/hood, poncho, or umbrella

PACK LIGHT! You must carry what you take & be sure to leave room for trinkets!