packing oh what fun

When you plan a trip here’s some advice on what to bring, and the stuff to leave home. It’s important to keep in mind that you’ll be charged an extra fee if you go over the airports baggage/baggage weight limit.
The carry-on bag.
Shampoo, soap other toiletries no more than 3oz size containers either, and make sure to put them into a quart sized sandwich bag. If the liquid/toiletry doesn’t fit into the bag it will probably be confiscated.
• Batteries
• Electronics
• Book
• Medications
• Valuables such as money, and your passport
• One change of clothes in case luggage is delayed.
Suitcase
Pack light if possible, a lot of places in Europe don’t always have the luxuries that we’re used to, i.e. elevators, ramps etc. If you want lift it, lighten the load.
• What to bring:
• Tank tops (layering)
• Underwear
• Clothes
• One dressy outfit
• Pair of walking shoes.
• Electrical transformer and adapter. Most outlets in Europe are 240 volts; your hairdryer will melt like an ice-cream cone if you don’t pick one up. You can get them at radio shack or Wal-Mart. Also get matching outlet adapter too. Different places have different outlet shapes.

Stuff to avoid
• Laptops- unless it’s a business trip you probably won’t need this. There are internet cafes everywhere, and it’s less weight to lug around. (Research your destination first before adhering to this suggestion)
• The 10,000 pairs of shoes
• Fluffy- leave the pets at home if possible.
• Anything that is valuable, such as wedding rings, heirlooms etc
• Anything flammable, corrosive, or something that can be considered a weapon