PACKING
LIST
Passport or Visa
- If you are visiting another country, check beforehand to make
sure you have proper documentation and that it is current.
Copy of passport or visa
- Copies are handy if the original is lost or stolen. Make a photocopy
or two and be sure to keep the papers in a separate place.
Batteries
- Make sure the batteries you have in cameras and other electrical
devices are fully charged. Take extra batteries. If you use rechargeable
batteries, take a small charger.
Extra eye glasses
- Copies are handy if the original is lost or stolen.
Prescriptions
- If you are on medications, bring prescriptions in case you run
out or lose your meds. Stay
healthy!
ATM Card
- With the growing number of machines, the card gives you a better
exchange rate and less time in the lines at a bank or Casa de
Cambio.
Alarm clock
- Rarely needed except for the early morning departure; make sure
you test it before you leave!
Measuring tape
- Some people like to measure things. This is particularly useful
if you are visiting a country that uses a different system of measurements.
Pocket Knife
- All-purpose practical tool
Insect Repellant/Anti-Itch Gel
- Communing with nature can be pleasant if nature isn't biting.
Hand sanitizer
- Wash your hands!
Antibiotic cream
- Speeds up the recovery of cuts
Sunblock
- You don't have to be heading to the beach to take your suntan
lotion.
Flashlight (torch)
- Flashlights are available in a variety of sizes, including pen
lights and head lamps. Get the wind-up variety and you won't need
batteries.
Camera
- Leave only footprints, take only pictures.
Dental Floss
- A must-have after eating mangos.
Travel Guidebooks
- Guidebooks offer an insider's view of the place you're visiting.
And if you have comments for the guidebook author, most books provide
an address where you can send your suggestions.
More Books
- Bring something you want to read. Consider bringing books you
can leave behind at a library or book exchange.
Dictionary
- Learn a foreign language one word at a time! It's actually quite
easy. One recommended English/Spanish title is the American
Heritage Larousse Spanish Dictionary.
Rain gear
- If you are heading into the rain, take an umbrella and rain gear.
Plastic bags
- They can keep your shampoo and other liquids from leaking inside
your luggage.
Gifts
- Depending on who you are visiting, great gifts are local music
you enjoy, videotapes and books.
TIPS
A word of advice - test new gear before your trip.
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