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xXLivingLi
Ok im going to england for a couple of days and my mom and I are going shopping so i only need one other pair of clothes! what else will i need. I have the basics in my head but, i want things I could forget
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Hello Dear!
1. Bring along your own washcloth (assuming you normally use one) -- most places I've stayed in UK don't supply them. Put it in a zip-lock bag so you can carry it "wet."
2. Why long-sleeve dress shirts? How about one nice long-sleeve pullover sweater or turtleneck that would go on top of anything to provide both warmth and nicer appearance.
3. Chargers for electronics: Remember (at the least) a high-quality "transformer" type electrical adapter, because UK uses 220V and a much different plug than US. I've had poor luck with adapters personally but perhaps another reader has a tested recommendation. Ditto your electric razor! Probably better off with disposables for that.
4. I assume you have enough memory cards for the camera that you won't have any download issues along the way. I took 800+ digital snaps on my last 3-week tour of UK, took along a freestanding digital storage device so I could dump cards as needed.
5. Also assuming you are sure your cell phone will work in UK -- even if it's theoretically capable, I'd contact cell provider ahead to time to make sure there's nothing extra to be done.
6. I also like to contact my credit card company ahead of time, tell them to expect charges from UK during the time period.
I've never traveled on an organized tour so I'll hold my thoughts on underwear washing ) Above all, have a great time! And wear your sunscreen LOL
Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Accept that the UK has unpredictable weather and pack clothes which you wear in layers. That way, you won't get caught out when the temparature suddenly plummets or (occasionally) soars! Waterproofs are vital whenever you visit, of course.
Toiletries & Medical Supplies: You can buy most toiletries easily, at chemists or supermarkets, so there's no need to carry extra supplies.
Photo Equipment: Memory cards are easy to find in electrical/photography shops and larger supermarkets. Buy films from chemists and some newsagents, but they are much cheaper from supermarkets, who also sell discounted packs of 3 or more. Supermarkets are also cheaper for toiletries and basic medicines (e.g. paracetamol, cough medicine etc).
Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: Make sure your tent is fully waterproof......and that your sleeping bag is a warm one!
Miscellaneous: The major supermarkets ... Tesco, Sainsbury's, Safeway, Asda, Morrisons........have their own websites so you can google for your nearest branches and opening times.
Good Luck!
Hello Dear!
1. Bring along your own washcloth (assuming you normally use one) -- most places I've stayed in UK don't supply them. Put it in a zip-lock bag so you can carry it "wet."
2. Why long-sleeve dress shirts? How about one nice long-sleeve pullover sweater or turtleneck that would go on top of anything to provide both warmth and nicer appearance.
3. Chargers for electronics: Remember (at the least) a high-quality "transformer" type electrical adapter, because UK uses 220V and a much different plug than US. I've had poor luck with adapters personally but perhaps another reader has a tested recommendation. Ditto your electric razor! Probably better off with disposables for that.
4. I assume you have enough memory cards for the camera that you won't have any download issues along the way. I took 800+ digital snaps on my last 3-week tour of UK, took along a freestanding digital storage device so I could dump cards as needed.
5. Also assuming you are sure your cell phone will work in UK -- even if it's theoretically capable, I'd contact cell provider ahead to time to make sure there's nothing extra to be done.
6. I also like to contact my credit card company ahead of time, tell them to expect charges from UK during the time period.
I've never traveled on an organized tour so I'll hold my thoughts on underwear washing ) Above all, have a great time! And wear your sunscreen LOL
Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear: Accept that the UK has unpredictable weather and pack clothes which you wear in layers. That way, you won't get caught out when the temparature suddenly plummets or (occasionally) soars! Waterproofs are vital whenever you visit, of course.
Toiletries & Medical Supplies: You can buy most toiletries easily, at chemists or supermarkets, so there's no need to carry extra supplies.
Photo Equipment: Memory cards are easy to find in electrical/photography shops and larger supermarkets. Buy films from chemists and some newsagents, but they are much cheaper from supermarkets, who also sell discounted packs of 3 or more. Supermarkets are also cheaper for toiletries and basic medicines (e.g. paracetamol, cough medicine etc).
Camping/Beach/Outdoor Gear: Make sure your tent is fully waterproof......and that your sleeping bag is a warm one!
Miscellaneous: The major supermarkets ... Tesco, Sainsbury's, Safeway, Asda, Morrisons........have their own websites so you can google for your nearest branches and opening times.
Good Luck!
Vagabonding in Europe?
Kayla C
Anyone ever do this or have some tips and suggestions on how to do this? Easy ways to make some money while over there? cheap ways to travel? Is it safe to bring a tent and just camp out where we end up if we find a nice scluded area? Any animals over there that we run the risk of getting eating by? Buying cheap bikes there? Anyhting that could be of value to our trip?
Some general info: It will be me, 19, and my buddy, 21, on the trip. We will be gone for 6 months. We will land in Ireland and then go to Scotland, England, Amsterdam, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Greece, Thailand, and Egypt. We already have rounded up all travel expenses including passports and visas and have that money saved and stored away. We will probably bring about $3,000-$5,000 with us for the trip and we are not afraid to rough it.
Don't be rude and tell us we are wasting time and money, I don't see travelling and gaining life experience as wasteful. We are going, we are just asking for a little advice.
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You can bring a tent if you find a place, a camping area to stay in advance. I dont think youd want to end up sleeping in a tent at Tescos parking lot! :p
You might want to consider some cheap hotels, and I would definitely recommend finding some in sdvance in case there arent any camping areas around.
Most of the bigger cities are... well... big and you ma not be able to find a nice camping place.
There are cheap bikes to buy, but you should maybe check on-line to see the general prices.
The countries that you are going to visit dont have large unemployment rates as far as I know, but Im not so sure about people wanting to hire some traveller theyve never seen before. However, you might get lucky. Actually, its very probable that in 6 months youll find 2-3 jobs at least. that is, if you try a bit harder to find them.
Just a tip: if you want to buy anything, from souvenirs to samdwiches, do not do it in the city centres because its usually more expensive there.
Enjoy your trip!
p.s. and definitely get those travellers dictionaries, with the main phrases in more than one language. Especially Spain and France! Not mny people speak English there.
You can bring a tent if you find a place, a camping area to stay in advance. I dont think youd want to end up sleeping in a tent at Tescos parking lot! :p
You might want to consider some cheap hotels, and I would definitely recommend finding some in sdvance in case there arent any camping areas around.
Most of the bigger cities are... well... big and you ma not be able to find a nice camping place.
There are cheap bikes to buy, but you should maybe check on-line to see the general prices.
The countries that you are going to visit dont have large unemployment rates as far as I know, but Im not so sure about people wanting to hire some traveller theyve never seen before. However, you might get lucky. Actually, its very probable that in 6 months youll find 2-3 jobs at least. that is, if you try a bit harder to find them.
Just a tip: if you want to buy anything, from souvenirs to samdwiches, do not do it in the city centres because its usually more expensive there.
Enjoy your trip!
p.s. and definitely get those travellers dictionaries, with the main phrases in more than one language. Especially Spain and France! Not mny people speak English there.
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