Episode Notes:

Printable Packing List (PDF)

Carryon Essentials

• Passport
• Drivers License
• Tickets or Printed Confirmation
• Accommodation & Car Rental Details/Confirmations
• Medications (original packaging recommended)
• Glasses or Contact Lenses
• Money (credit card, ATM card, travelers checks, dollars, euros or pounds)
• Any item that would be difficult to replace

Gear (Optional)

• Camera
• Extra Memory or Film
• Batteries or Battery Charger (charger will require an adaptor or currency converter)
• Travel Umbrella
• Earplugs
• Washcloth (not all accommodations provide them in Ireland - towels are provided)
• Moist Towelettes
• Mini Binoculars
• Mini Flashlight
• Ziploc Bags to organize and protect items
• Noise Canceling Headphones
• Travel Journal & Pen
• Bag for dirty laundry
• Toiletries (most products are available in Ireland, but they might not have your favorite brand)
  • toothbrush
  • toothpaste
  • floss
  • deodorant
  • hair products
  • soap
  • shampoo
  • shaving products
  • contact solution/eyeglass cleaner
  • toiletry caddy or bag (especially handy if you will be sharing a bathroom)

Clothing

• Two Pairs of Comfortable Walking Shoes (consider waterproofed hiking shoes)
• Waterproof Hooded Windbreaker (may be more effective than an umbrella on windy days)
• Heavy Long Sleeved Shirt (for layering)
• Sweater or Sweatshirt (for layering)
• Light or Medium Jacket depending on season
  
• A Mix of Long Sleeved and Short Sleeved Shirts (heavier versions might be preferred in winter)
• Pants
• Shorts (a summer option)
• Socks
• Underwear
• Pajamas

Other

• Copies of your passport, tickets, accommodation confirmations, credit cards (especially the numbers to call if your card is lost or stolen) - these items should be kept separate from the originals.

Tips

• Try to leave excess gadgets and electronic devices at home... maybe there’s a blow-dryer and curling iron-free hairstyle out there for you
• Limit the amount of jewelry and accessories you bring
  Pack clothes that are “interchangeable” so you easily mix and match and save room on accessories
• Check with your airline for luggage restrictions
• Check requirements regarding liquids in your carryon luggage (currently, liquids cannot be in containers larger than 3 ounces and all liquids must fit in a one-quart clear Ziploc bag.

Don’t Bother Bringing...

• Laptop Computers - there are plenty of inexpensive, convenient internet cafes throughout Ireland to keep you connected
• Galoshes, Wellingtons or other waterproof boots - most visitors don’t find themselves trouncing through a bog on their first trip... and those that do can always swap out with their second pair of shoes
• Fancy Clothes - unless you have 5-star accommodations planned, casual attire is standard in Ireland