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Travel Info I'm leaving tomorrow for a 2 week trip to the UK. I've never been, and I'm used to sunny California. Any thoughts on what I should pack? I am a minor, and we're staying in hostels. Any help would be much appriciated. Thanks Travel Tips It will be cooler and wetter in the UK than in California. A small backpack makes a good carryon bag and will be useful in your daily life. You are allowed two carryons so your purse plus the backpack will be OK. Hold your checked luggage to ONE regular-size rolling suitcase (not more than 50 pounds). You don't need 14 changes of clothes for a 14 day trip: Don't worry about wearing the same outfit more than once (just be presentable). If you don't have easy access to laundry facilities, underclothes can be washed in the bathroom sink. You can also wash shirts & trousers in the bathroom sink - there will be a laundry somewhere if you don't want to do that. Shampoo takes out grease stains and a little conditioner (or "conditioning shampoo") reduces wrinkles. 1 Jacket, preferably with a hood and at least semi water resistant 1 Sweater 6 Shirts (3 short-sleeve & 3 long-sleeve) 2 Jeans, 2 Not jeans/skirts 1 Short pants 8 Changes of underclothing 2 Pair of comfortable walking shoes 1 or 2 Swimsuits (+ beach clothing & sandals if going to the seaside) 1 Set of gym clothing & shoes (optional) 1 Tavel-size umbrella Try to choose classics, and items that you can mix and match. Have at least one set of "nicer" clothing. Take a supply of USA toiletries and over-the-counter medications with you. The same items will be available in the UK, but the brands will be unfamiliar and they will cost more. Ditto with prescription meds. Wear one set of clothing on the flight. Pack the jacket, sweater, 1 ss shirt, 1 ls shirt, 1 trousers, a set of underclothing, and basic toiletries in your carry-on. (check the rules at www.tsa.gov). Mark or tag all checked bags with something that makes them more distinct. An example would be to attach a strip of colored tape to each side of the bag. It reduces the chance someone might accidentally pick up your bag by mistake at baggage claim (there are millions of black suitcases). Also clearly tag ALL bags >>> inside and outside <<< with your name and a good phone number + e-mail address (but not your home address). The free tags from the check-in counter are OK. Send an e-mail message to yourself with your passport number & date of issue. Ditto with the numbers of the credit cards you will take with you. That way the info is easily accessible in case something is lost or stolen. Hope you have a good trip! Others About 3 times the amount of money you thought you would need. Everyone is returning this year telling me "It is so expensive". Other than that. Comfy shoes (nikes) for lots of walking. Mine umbrella that fits in purse. Have it with you at all times. A fanny pack is good for under clothes. Keep your money safe while out and about. Your travel agent should have filled you in on all of the safety issues related to travel. a shirt to represent CALI , like i would so rock my NOR CAL shirt on the streets of england, o and some crazyy hyphy music its pretty descent weather here in the UK at the moment as its the beginning of the summer but will most likely seem colder to you californians. Also, dont just go to london, if youre coming to south wales, give me a bell. Well it's been raining everywhere here all week and it's not going to let up for a while, so a thin water proof would be good. It's also quite warm so t-shirts and a couple of thin jumpers for the evening. Plus plenty of money because it is quite expensive over here compared to the USA. But welcome and have fun! if your taking electronices get a conveter, um.. if your used to sunny cali then i seguest pants and a light jacket, deffently lots of money, and a camra... been there done that,... i anit looking back.... j/k.... umm have fun. |
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