This is
helpful in case there is a delay before we can exchange money upon
arrival.
Money-changing
facilities at
airports and hotels almost always have poor rates and/or high fees
Precautionary
measure in case luggage is lost. Keep
packing list in your carry-on.
For use in airports during
Travelers Checks.
There is often a fee for cashing them, the exchange rate is not
good,
and many
small shops and street
markets do not
accept Travelers
Checks.
As
a
general guideline, ACIS recommends participants bring with them
approximately
$30 per day. Allocate for
lunches,
beverages, and public transportation, in addition to shopping. You should record your card numbers and
keep
them in a separate, safe place in case of loss.
ATM users will need to know their PIN password in number form
because
international machines often do not have letters on keys.
On Sept. 26,
2006 the TSA lifted the ban on liquids with a catch. Each liquid must
be in a
container that holds no
more than three ounces, and all of a
passenger's
containers must fit into a single quart-sized, transparent zip-top (not
fold-over) bag. So DON'T bring bottled
water, etc.
A money
belt or security wallet is invaluable for keeping your money, passport,
and
airline tickets secure. It can be
worn
discreetly inside clothes. Never
pack valuables (money, camera, passport,
credit card, etc.) in luggage!
Because of
the numerous randezvous times that will be
set
throughout the day, it is essential to wear a wrist watch at
ALL times.
Each day
students are asked to write a one page entry in their travel journal
reflecting
on the sites visited, memorable
experiences of
the day, unusual
customs, places they want to return to
someday, the restaurants in which they ate,
and
interesting people they met.
This journal must beturned into the faculty
sponsor the first week of classes after
mini-term.
You
will be
given an ACIS luggage tag for easy identification. Mark
your luggage in at least two places. A
small
luggage lock
is useful for the hotel
room while out site seeing.
These make
identification much easier in crowed baggage claims, etc.
Bring
important contact numbers along. Telephone calls
abroad are generally very costly, particularly if made
from a
hotel. In addition to
time
differences, it sometimes makes it difficult to contact home. Any calls to home should be
dialed
collect,
or made with a calling card. Generally,
likely to
phone the
and has
dialing instructions
particular to
tree.
It
is used for emergencies and to communicate change of plans. We will activate
our telephone chain upon
arrival to say
we've arrived safely. Students may also
elect
to call home directly
when they arrive.
You
should
pack as lightly as possible, including only essential items for the
tour. You may check up to 2 bags.
All
participants are responsible for loading
their own luggage on and off busses and trains, through airports and
into
hotels
(which often don't have elevators).
Every bag should have a personal identification tag attached to
it, and
the
name of the
traveler should be clearly written inside.
No more than 40 total pounds
for all 3 bags.
Electrical
current in most European countries is 220V, as opposed to 110V in the
appliances. Charge cordless appliances
before departing. Plugs for 220 volt have two round pins.
Hair dryers are
supplied by
the hotel.
Great
for
storing wet face cloths, snacks, wet wipes, antibacterial hand
gel/cleaner
Some
European hotels may not offer face cloths.
Avoid
caffeine but drink plenty of water and juice to ward off dehydration. Get plenty of sleep on the
overnight flight to
help conquer
jet lag faster once we
arrive.
Regardless
of season, these are essential.
Especially for cool mornings and evenings.
Our
tour
will include extensive walking at a fast pace.
If bringing sneakers, also bring a pair of regular shoes
in case
we go where
sneakers are not
permissible.
Pack
all
toiletries, a change of clothes, prescriptions/vitamins, camera, and
essentials
in your carry-on bag. Be sure to
include all
document photocopies
in your carry-on. Each liquid must
be in a container that holds no more
than three
ounces, and
all of a passenger's containers must fit
into a single quart-sized,
transparent zip-top (not fold-over) bag.
Participants
who require prescription medicine should bring copies along. Students should give the sponsor a copy
for
safekeeping and leave a copy at home.
Travelers who wear contact lenses or glasses should bring a
backup pair
and a copy of
their prescription.
Customs officials may want to
verify that a medicine container's contents match its
label. Therefore, every
medication (whether it is a
prescription, over-the counter, or even vitamins) should be carried in
its
original container, not consolidated.
Film
is
MUCH more expensive abroad than at home.
Be sure to have a adaptor for you
digital camera.
If you are
bringing jeans, please bring along a pair of slacks as well.
Jewelry, etc.