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    Addendum

    A typical packing checklist
    § 2 pairs of pants
    § 3-4 shirts
    § A dark-colored sweater that is best to wear en route
    § Clothes for a dressy occasion, for comfort while traveling and suitable to the climate
    § One sport-jacket for men (some restaurants require them)
    § Swimsuit
    § Cover-up for beach or pool
    § Raincoat and galoshes
    § Hat, beret or sun hat
    § 3-5 pairs of underwear
    § 5 pairs of socks – cotton or wool
    § Sleepwear
    § 1 pair of sturdy well-broken in boots or sandals
    § If for winter travel include down jacket, waterproofed boots, gloves and hat and long underwear

    Other suitable items for purse of carry-on luggage:
    Passport Pens and pencils
    Tickets Camera, film, batteries
    Itinerary Multi-media accessories
    Traveler’s checks Zip-lock or plastic bags (seal)
    International certificate of vaccination Dictionary or phrasebook
    Maps Laundry items - detergent
    Money belt of pouch Clothes-brush
    Extra glasses, contact lenses and prescriptions Inflatable hanger or two
    Combination lock Rubber sink stopper
    Address , notebook or journal and small pad of paper First aid kit - bandages
    Daypack Moleskin for blisters
    Pocket flashlight for each traveler Analgesic
    Net shopping bag Antiseptic towelettes
    Travel alarm clock Insect repellent
    Sunglasses Anti-malaria pills
    Thermometer in hard case
    Nail clipper & Tweezers

    Toiletries Optional
    Toothbrush and paste, extra dental floss Ear plugs and eye shade
    Soap and soap dish Binoculars in hard case
    Shampoo Roll of transparent tape
    Moisturizer Adapter
    Lip balm Transistor radio, CD or walkman, MP3player
    Small towel and washcloth Musical instrument ( if appropriate)
    Hairbrush or comb
    Razor, blades and shaving cream

    Checklist when traveling with children: (infants or toddlers)

    Car seat with cloth liner Small packets of tissues
    Disposable diapers Nightlight
    Wet-ones Flashlight
    Change pad Extra juice
    Garbage bags Childs cup with drinking spout
    Diaper rash ointment Collapsible cup
    Fork and spoon Drinking straws
    Familiar foods (cereal, crackers and noodles) Finger foods (cubes of cheese, vegetable sticks)
    Vitamins of fluoride drops Bibs
    Small toys pencils and pads of paper
    Favorite animal or doll Pacifier
    Compass Transparent tape
    Insect repellent Baby shampoo and soap
    Favorite books

    A wise traveler once said: “Take half the clothes and twice the money!”

    Try to resist the urge to pack everything “just in case” and all but the kitchen sink.

    The secrets to selecting and packing well: pack light, adaptable and comfortable clothing, do not buy an all new wardrobe prior to traveling, comfortable shoes, cotton or wool socks as you will be doing a lot of walking, underwear, avoid expensive clothes that you are sorry for, washability, durability and color, mix-and-match, accessorize to bring variety, layer and adjust to the climate.

    Other money considerations when traveling:

    Foreign exchange - Changing money
    Look for the best rate and be aware of banking hours
    Familiarize yourself with how the process and exchange rate actually works
    Clarify any fees associated with the transaction
    Know the local currency and be able to tell them apart
    Bring a small pocket calculator to assist you with quick conversions
    Save all your receipts

    Combine your monetary instruments and travel funds
    Cash, credit cards and traveler’s checks, preferably carried on-person, in a money-belt

    ATM systems
    Available, accessible, convenient and expensive
    Transaction fees for cash withdrawals
    Set Dollar limit daily on what you can withdraw
    Credit card withdrawals will require a PIN code – get this by calling the toll-free # or your local bank prior to your departure
    Bring Visa and Master card – not all machines accept all cards
    You will receive local currency, not dollars. You will be billed accordingly to the exchange rate on the day the charge clears at home, not the rate in effect on the day of the transaction

    Traveler’s checks
    Safest way to have your travel funds with you
    Receive a better exchange rate than cash typically
    Get them early and lock in your rate
    Denominations (small and large preferred)
    Keep a record: city and date or purchase, amount and numbers
    Update your record daily, keep better track of your spending, budget, and cash still in-hand
    You will need a passport to cash your traveler’s checks
    Immediately report any stolen or lost checks




    Credit cards
    Convenient and safe to use
    Postpones immediate payment for transportation, lodgings, purchases and so on
    Can assist you to get access to cash
    Beware of overspending
    Watch the exchange rates
    Credit card acceptance varies
    Different cards have different perks
    Protect your credit cards
    Check and keep all your charge slips – these will be used for budgeting and expense consolidation

    Red Tape and documents you should take on a trip abroad:

    Travel documentation: tickets, passport and visas
    Copy of naturalization certificate
    Birth certificate
    Driver’s license and international driver’s permit
    Travel insurance claims form
    Extra passport photos – at least half a dozen
    Any membership cards, like AAA membership, retired, veteran or student cards
    Basic medical information, blood type, allergies, doctor’s address, prescription refill and extra prescription medications you may require
    Immunization cards

    “IF YOU GO ONLY ONCE AROUND THE ROOM, YOU ARE WISER THAN HE WHO STANDS STILL” Estonian Proverb

    There are numerous popular and well-read, published, copyrighted materials and even out of print sources and books available on travel in general. Some are general and others deal specifically with budgeting for business, leisure or vacation travel. General references are made to some of the sources used in this summary. This is complemented by an increasing amount of quality online publications, sources and travel sites, specifically named and credited here for their contributions to the body of knowledge on travel. Through state-of-the-art, budget travel-sites and dollar-saver clubs, they openly share travel insights and offer money-saving options for travelers to explore in the public domain. This proud tradition will continue.

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