What we considered first in packing.We are taking a lot of older clothes so we don’t have to bring back as much and that leaves room for souvenirs. For the kid we are taking three year old clothes that again we can leave behind since he is turning four while we’re in Europe.
WHAT EACH OF US BROUGHT
- 3 long sleeve shirts
- 4 short sleeve shirts
- 2 pairs of pants
- 3 pairs of shorts
- 7 pairs of underwear and socks
- Swim wear
- Sleepwear
- 5 sets of pajamas for the kid
- Money – mix of debit cards and credit cards and we will purchase foreign money along the way
- Passport
- Driver’s license
- Airline ticket
- Insurance information
- Ipad and travel books
- Daypack
- Deodorant
- Razors
- Toothpaste
- Medicines
- Glasses
- IPhone
- Camera
- Ipad
- Laptop
- Headphones or ear buds
- Earplugs
- Chargers for electronics
- Plug adapters
Remember that you can only have 3.4 ounce or small containers in carry on luggage that fits in a single quart-size sealable baggie. More details at www.tsa.gov/travelers
Why We Chose the Pictured Backpack For the Kid
The superheroes backpack pictured at the top was a choice to help him be included in the packing and made the trip less scary for him since superheroes were going with him. The backpack has a big front zipper which makes it easy for him to reach his toys. It was also not very heavy and small in size so he can easily wear it around.
How about you, what did you bring? Feel free to leave in comments.
MORE INFORMATION
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ELECTRICITY: ADAPTING YOUR PLUG-INS IN EUROPE
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