{"id":8709,"date":"2019-10-28T12:30:32","date_gmt":"2019-10-28T16:30:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/?p=8709"},"modified":"2020-07-14T16:17:13","modified_gmt":"2020-07-14T20:17:13","slug":"what-to-bring-a-study-abroad-packing-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/2019\/10\/what-to-bring-a-study-abroad-packing-list\/","title":{"rendered":"What to bring: A study abroad packing list"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019re preparing to fly across an ocean to study abroad, trying to figure out what to put into your limited luggage can be daunting, so we\u2019ve put together a packing list to help think through some of the important things. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"810\" height=\"486\" src=\"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/carry-on-bags-810x486.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/11\/carry-on-bags-810x486.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/11\/carry-on-bags-350x210.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/11\/carry-on-bags-730x438.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/11\/carry-on-bags-768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/11\/carry-on-bags-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/11\/carry-on-bags.jpg 951w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><figcaption><em>For more information on carry-on sizes, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripsavvy.com\/carrry-on-bags-size-weight-limits-1861874\">visit this link<\/a>. <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Know your limits<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p> First of all, make sure to check the website of the airline you\u2019re traveling with so you know what your baggage restrictions are. Generally speaking, 50 pounds for a checked bag is a good rule of thumb, but some international airlines may have different regulations. Be sure to check if a personal item and a carry-on are included. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Think carefully about location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to do a little Googling about the time of year and typical weather of the city in which you\u2019ll be studying, and focus on bringing clothing you can layer if the weather will change while you\u2019re there. A light, waterproof jacket is a good staple for most places. Also, be sure to consider if the city to which you\u2019re headed has any cultural norms about modesty that might make your typical American clothing stand out. You don\u2019t have to give up your personal style, but you also should consider how to be culturally respectful and careful about avoiding unwanted attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Don\u2019t fry your devices<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many places in the world use electrical outlets that operate on a different plug and\/or voltage system, and that means that if your device isn\u2019t equipped for dual-voltage, trying to plug it in might cause it to stop working. Most phone chargers and laptop charges today are equipped for this, but items like hair dryers may not be. Make sure to bring voltage converters if necessary and physical adapters so that your plugs will fit into the country\u2019s standard outlets, or be prepared to buy a new dryer in-country. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"710\" height=\"770\" src=\"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/world-plug-type-map.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8712\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/11\/world-plug-type-map.jpg 710w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/11\/world-plug-type-map-323x350.jpg 323w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/11\/world-plug-type-map-673x730.jpg 673w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/11\/world-plug-type-map-277x300.jpg 277w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 710px) 100vw, 710px\" \/><figcaption><em>For more information, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/community.fs.com\/blog\/small-power-cord-big-difference.html\"><em>visit this link<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Travel documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This seems like a no brainer, but it\u2019s surprisingly easy to leave them out at the last minute in the chaos of packing. Depending on your program location and length, you\u2019ll definitely need your passport, but you may also need a visa (the Study Abroad office can help figure out if this is the case for you). Once you arrive, I don\u2019t recommend keeping your passport on you daily because of the odds that you might lose it, but it\u2019s a good idea to keep a scanned copy of it saved on your phone or printed in the event of an emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Plan ahead on prescriptions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the length of your experience abroad, you might need to talk to your doctor about getting any important prescriptions in advance. It\u2019s important to remember that shipping medication abroad is generally illegal, but you can take prescriptions with you when you fly over. Make sure to figure this out well in advance so that you can maintain your health in a new environment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"810\" height=\"435\" src=\"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/expertise_3-1-1_liquids_rule-810x435.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8713\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/11\/expertise_3-1-1_liquids_rule-810x435.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/11\/expertise_3-1-1_liquids_rule-350x188.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/11\/expertise_3-1-1_liquids_rule-730x392.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/11\/expertise_3-1-1_liquids_rule-768x412.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/11\/expertise_3-1-1_liquids_rule-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/1780\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/11\/expertise_3-1-1_liquids_rule.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><figcaption><em>Regulations for carry-on bags (exceptions apply for prescriptions and medical necessities). Larger bottles can be packed in checked luggage. For more information on traveling light, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/learn\/expert-advice\/traveling-light.html\"><em>click here<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Comfortable shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Shoes take up way more luggage weight and space than we often realize, and if you\u2019re anything like me, there\u2019s a tendency to pack way more than necessary. Most students find that they do much more walking abroad than they typically would in the United States where they have cars, so it\u2019s probably best to stick to a couple basic, comfortable pairs that match most things. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Basic clothing you won\u2019t get sick of<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Obviously, you can\u2019t bring your entire wardrobe, so it\u2019s important to think about bringing clothing items that are versatile. Think about neutral items that you can mix and match to make multiple outfits or that can be easily layered as weather changes. A light jacket or cardigan depending on the location climate might help extend the life of your clothing too! Most students also report that they end up purchasing items during their time abroad, so be sure to factor that into your luggage space assessment. Ultimately, it\u2019s super tempting to try to bring as much as you can, but you\u2019re just going to make it harder on yourself when you try to pack-up at the end of your program. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><em>To Broadway and Beyond is a student-managed blog from the Transylvania Study Abroad program. 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