What to Pack
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General Rule of Thumb : Take twice the money and half the clothes
You are our Ambassador
As you embark on this opportunity to enhance cross-cultural attitudes
Luggage
- 2 checked bags (first bag = $25, 2nd = $40)
- Maximum of 50 lbs each
- Maximum L+W+H is 62 inches
- Hefty fines if other weight ($100)
- Do not lock – can use zip ties
- 1 carry on (must fit overhead or under your seat)
- Maximum L+W+H is 62 inches
- Prohibited Items (if in doubt pack in Checked Baggage)
- 3-1-1 Liquids Rule
- 1 change of clothes
- Medicines
- 1 Personal Item (purse, briefcase, laptop Or camera)
- Be sure to all bags (checked and carry-on) have your name/address/phone number both inside and out.
Clothes – Comfortable / Conservative
- Layers
- Polo Shirts
- T-Shirts
- Long sleeve shirt or jacket
- Long Pants (4 pairs)
- Conservative Shorts (2 pairs)
- Rain Gear (Umbrella, Jacket)
- Sun Hat
- Shoes that can be worn in wet places
- Hiking Boots
- Rubber Boots
- Bathing Suit (one piece or tankini)
Money
- 1 Credit Card (Master Card, or Visa)
- 1 Debit Card
- NO Travelers Checks
- Notify your bank that you will be traveling in Costa Rica so they do not put a stop on your card when charges show up that are outside your normal range.
- Save $40 cash export tax you will pay when you leave.
Documents
- Passport
- Leave a copy with a roommate or with family
- Email a copy to Patricia Holoman, CALS International Programs Office (plholoma[at]ncsu[dot]edu)
- Bring your passport and a xerox copy of your passport
- Proof of Health Insurance
- Consider Travel Insurance
Miscellaneous
- Day Pack (to carry rain gear, water, snacks, camera, etc.)
- Waterproof sleeve for phone and/or camera
- Duplicates (eyeglasses, contacts, prescription other essential items)
- Flashlight or Headlamp
- Refillable water bottle
- Medicine (In the original labeled container, know the generic name)
- Prescription as well as medication
- Over the county medicine for headache, cold, diarrhea
- Sunscreen
- Mosquito Repellent
- Hand Sanitizer
- Lip Balm
- Women should pack monthly sanitary items if needed
- Shammy Towel – small portable
- Photos of home, family, pets, etc. to help you share your story.
- Small gifts from North Carolina for hosts
- Fabric scraps, yarn, ribbon, buttons, etc. for People First Tourism Artists.
What to Leave Home
- Jewelry
- Valuables