Trip Tips

Clothes

1. Don't take many clothes. Make sure each outfit fits very well. Take clothes you feel 
good in and look good in as you will be wearing them over and over.

2. Take durable shoes that will handle water and rain. Shoes worn on the work site will probably get ruined.

Luggage

1. Pack clothes by folding them in thirds, and do not pack things too tightly. You will 
want to leave room for souvenirs.

2. Pack only one suitcase and one carry-on. Some take extra items for the 
missionaries.

3. Label your luggage with your name and address as well as the colored tape.

Security & Finances

1. People in many other countries are not as wealthy as Americans. Guard your 
possessions carefully.

2. Keep track of souvenirs bought so they can be declared for customs in U.S. 
currency. Plan to take cash, not traveler's checks. The return for cash is greater than  
for checks.

Miscellaneous

1. A transformer for electrical devices is needed for certain countries. (Check with the missionaries)

Packing List

Clothing Personal Needs Miscellaneus

__ Shoes (Casual) __ Soap __ Money __ Film__ Socks __ Hair Care __ Camera __ Pillow__ Work Clothes (gloves, pants, shirts, shorts) __ Razor__ Aftershave /Cologne __ Watch __Tissues__ Address List __ Pen__ Casual Clothes __ Towels __ Chapstick __ Bible__ Sunday Clothes (extra shirt or blouse, tie) __ Deodorant  __Toothbrush / Toothpaste __ Medicines __ Book __ Suntan lotion __Candy __Immodium AD __ Dirty Clothes Bag __ Roll of TP

Packing Tips

1. Include a change of clothes, all necessary medications, and a second pair of 
glasses or contact lenses (with solution) in your carry-on bag (luggage can get 
temporarily misplaced). Put your toiletries in your carry-on bag.

2. Put all liquids in zip-lock bags.

3. If you have extra room, bring along a current newspaper or magazine.

4. Don't pack anything in your suitcase that you can't afford to lose (tickets, travel 
documents, phone numbers, itinerary, currency, glasses, medicines, and jewelry).

Preparation Checklist

6 - 9 Months Ahead

1. Apply for passport (follow directions on short term travel tips).
2. Check immunization requirements.
3. Receive required immunizations
- Time may need to be allowed between multiple shots.
- A record of immunizations may be required for obtaining visas.
4. Consult with your doctor on recommended shots.
- Tetanus
- Gamma Globulin (for hepatitis A)
- Typhoid fever pills

3 - 6 Months

1. Begin visa application (if necessary).
2. Check insurance policies.
- Overseas coverage
- Evacuation services - in case of illness or injury
- Sickness, travel accident (suggested?)

2 - 3 Months

Research baggage regulations.
-Travel agent or airline will have necessary information.

2 Weeks

Make sure you have . . .
- Passport
- Vaccinations
- Insurance

1 Week

Pack your luggage.  When packing, do not seal anything.  It is likely that boxes will have to be opened and unpacked at check-in.

Departure Day

Have your . . .
- Passport and airline ticket