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How to Pack for Europe

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Packing for Europe (or any trip) is often a love/hate relationship. We love it because it signals a new adventure, but loathe it because the stress of forgetting something haunts us. The balance between packing too little and too much is a fine one. To ease the tension, our Founder & CEO, Kylie Chenn, has a few tips on how to pack for your trip to Europe. Watch as she walks us through packing for her trip to Europe - including Iceland, France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Greece.

Get the full list right here:

  • Minimal clothing for different purposes

  • Jeans/lounge pants that go well with the shirts you are bringing

  • ALWAYS bring something fancy!

  • Cardigans to stay warm

  • RAIN JACKET - http://amzn.to/2e24dRl

  • Swimsuit

  • Saltwater Sandals (WE LOVE THEM) - http://www.mysaltwatersandals.com/

  • Socks, Underwear, belts in a bag - Keeps them dry and organized

Toiletries: 

  • Peppermint & Lavender Oil

  • Basic makeup: foundation, mascara, eyeliner and a brush

  • Deodorant

  • Soap

  • Straightener or Curling Iron

  • Lush Dry Shampoo: http://bit.ly/2dANvsN

TECH:

  • Small tripod

  • Headlight (hiking)

  • Converter

  • Extra Batteries/charging equipment

  • iPad, iphone, headphones

  • Camera lens: 10-22mm, 35-50mm and zoom lens

Don't forget your PASSPORT, CREDIT AND DEBIT CARD and extra passport photos!!

Use the hashtag #AcanelaExeditions on Instagram or Twitter - we'd love to see what you're packing for your next trip!

Travel with us to Europe - including Italy, Spain, Greece, Iceland, Finland, and Eastern Europe!

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