An dieser Stelle (in dieser Kategorie “by the way…”) veröffentlichen wir zukünftig Artikel mit wichtigen Hinweisen, die auch von unseren amerikanischen Partnern kommen.

Beth Dunn hat einige entscheidende Artikel geschrieben, die insbesondere bei Schüler-, Studien- und Gruppenreisen Verwendung finden sollten.
Auch wer erstmals privat in die USA reist, findet hier nützliche Anregungen.

PACKING LIST

In deciding what to pack there are three helpful general guidelines.  First, try to pack only what is essential.  Many people tend to bring more than they will need.  Second, you will have to carry whatever you bring along, so if you can’t carry your bags the length of a football field, then you’ve probably packed too much.  Third, if you are concerned about the security of any item you might take along, a good rule to follow is that if you can’t afford to replace it, don’t bring it.

This list is not all-inclusive, nor is it necessary to bring all the items on the list.  It is intended to give you an idea of what items to consider when planning your trip.  Consider packing your most essential items, such as a change of clothing, medication and tooth brush, in your carry-on bag in the event your checked luggage gets lost.

General Items:

⇒  Passport with visa (carry photo copy of passport) – make two copies of your passport, one to leave in a safe place at home and one to place in your checked bag

⇒  International Certificate of Vaccination if required

⇒  1 or 2 pieces of luggage

An International Certificate of Vaccination may be required for entry into the United States of America.  Each traveler’s certificate is examined before they are allowed to leave the immigration and customs area.  You can obtain the Certificate at clinics specializing in international travel.

Suggested Health Related Items

⇒  Extra pair of eye glasses/contact lenses & prescription

⇒  Prescription medicine (in original containers)

⇒  Vitamins

⇒  Diarrhea medicine

⇒  Allergy medicine

⇒  Headache medicine

⇒  Tooth Brush & Tooth Paste

⇒  Personal hygiene products

For any item requiring a prescription (medicine, eyeglasses, etc.) bring a copy of the prescription so it can be replaced if lost.  Ask your doctor for the generic name of your medications.

Clothing

Guys: Pants, collared shirt, tasteful t-shirts, jeans, cargo shorts, sneakers, swim suit, jacket or sweatshirt

Girls: Pants, skirts, t-shirts, sneakers, swim suit, jacket or sweatshirt

You may find the temperatures warmer than in Europe.  Check with your host before events to know what clothing is appropriate for the day.  You will walk a lot, take comfortable shoes.

Miscellaneous:

⇒  Travel alarm clock – optional

⇒  Journal/note book

⇒  Camera, USB cord for downloading photos and charging camera

⇒  Pens

⇒  Reading material

⇒  Pictures, postcards and maps of your home area

⇒  iPod and/or MP3 players

⇒  Emergency contact numbers/ personal information form