Chris & Kelly's Travel Adventures

Getting Ready

So many details...things we did not know.

1) You may not stay in Italy more than 90 days for tourism.

2) They have 220 power, so not only do you need new plugs, but also a converter box so they don't blow up your electronics.

3) European airlines weigh your carry on's...17.7 lbs maximum!

4) Most artwork exists in churches and they have modesty dress codes...No shoulders, no mid sections, no knees. Had to modify my wardrobe twice!

5) Washing machines- yes, Dryers- no! You get to hang your unmentionables outside to dry.

Packing for 90 days... Pack light, you have to carry your luggage up/down hills over cobblestone streets and on & off trains.

1 suitcase + 1 backpack each

5 pr. pants

8 shirts

1 week worth of under garments

1 dress outfit

1 bathing suit

1 set pj's

2 pr. shoes (1 every day, 1 dress up pair)

1 slouch outfit for off days

1 rain/warm jacket (as we will be there in Oct/Nov)

Hat

Walking Sticks

Toiletries

Backpacks-

Prescription meds

Electronics

1 outfit (in case they lose your luggage!)

Important docs...passport, vaccination card, drivers license (international one too) flight tickets, printed hotel reservations etc...

Get ready, here we go!!!