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

• 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.

• 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)

• 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.

• 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

• 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.

• Jewelry
• Valuables