What+To+Take

Here is a list of suggested things to pack to use as a checklist. Please note the following:
 * Pack as lightly as possible. A good guide is to pack enough so that you could go one week without doing any washing (although there will be plenty of opportunities to wash clothes).
 * The climate will be fairly warm – expect around mid to high 20s some days, so you will need shorts / skirts and t-shirts. You will also need some warm clothing as well. My suggestion would be one pair of jeans and a light coat or jumper, but that’s about it.
 * You should only need to bring two pairs of shoes (three at the MOST) – one closed pair that are comfortable to walk in, and a pair of sandals for warm days.
 * Please remember that you can always buy something there is you have forgotten to bring it, or need extra. A good rule to go by when packing is: IF IN DOUBT, DO WITHOUT. If you aren’t sure you’ll need it, leave it at home. You will want to shop while you are there, so keep that in mind when packing. Leave enough room in your bags to bring extra things home.
 * Students are welcome to bring iPods / mp3 players, knowing though that they take full responsibility for their own.
 * Bringing a book to have on the plane and train trip is a good idea.
 * There is //no need// to bring a towel – they are provided at the hotels.

PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE:
 * A small day-pack / carry bag that can fit a water bottle, your wallet, and camera, hat, sunnies etc. Make sure that it can be zipped up and held in front of you. Having your valuables in a pack on your back that can be unzipped without you noticing is not a good idea.
 * A journal – just a small exercise book will do. The students will be writing in their journals daily and it’s a good place to keep ticket stubs etc.
 * Small packs of tissues – can be purchased in packs of 6 from places like the $2 shop or Go-Lo. Just have a few packs to start with, you don’t need to get enough to last the two weeks as they are easily available in China.