CHINA PACKING LISTS

Pack the following items with your CARRY-ON Luggage:

* PASSPORT - you can not get on the plane without this!
* AIRLINE TICKETS - you can not get on the plane without these either!
* WALLET - with a bit of US money for the trip over. Your allowance account will be available to you as soon as you arrive in China. Most students bring something like $100 on the actual flight in case they need it along the way.
* 2 Photo Copies of your Passport - you will give these to our staff when you arrive in China. You only need to copy the 2-page spread that has your picture, date of birth, passport number, and personal information.
* 1 Spare T-Shirt - you may want to change shirts somewhere during your flight
* Sunglasses
* Toothpaste
* Toothbrush
* Journal and Pens - start the habit of writing in your journal before you leave
* Water bottle - keep yourself hydrated to avoid jet lag
* Snacks – comfort food that won’t melt - granola, dried fruit, etc. You don’t need much, but just in case you don’t like the airplane food. (Note: Singapore Air serves some tasty meals)
* Deck of Cards - fun for the plane and with your friends in China too
* Books – Something to pass the time.
* Cameras - Don't forget to bring your chargers, batteries and memory cards!! You can also bring your USB cords for downloading pics for emails. (For all ipod photo / video users, try and practice putting pictures onto your ipod at home before coming out here)

(TIP: BRING ALL OF YOUR FILM IN YOUR CARRY-ON, AND ASK THE STAFF AT EVERY X-RAY STATION TO WALK THE FILM AND YOUR CAMERA AROUND THE MACHINE. DO NOT PACK YOUR FILM IN YOUR CHECKED LUGGAGE!)

Pack the following items in your CHECKED Luggage:

* Silk Sleeping Sheet- for hostel beds
* Long Pants (1 or 2 pairs - I suggest something lightweight ie. linen or a quick drying material)
* Underwear (between 7 - 10 pair)
* Socks (4 pairs)
* Swimsuit (modest)
* T-Shirts with sleeves (5-7 t-shirts)
* Tank Tops (1-2)- Remember that you want to be culturally sensitive with your dress, so don’t bring anything too tight or revealing
* Long Sleeve T-shirt - one or two - they help keep off the sun and keep in a little warmth in the evenings
* Rainproof, Lightweight Jacket - a small travel one is best
* Shorts (3 or 4 pairs ) - not too short or tight, as this is offensive in Chinese culture.
* Running Shoes - 1 pair (optional)
* Sandals that are strapped (Chaco’s or Teva’s are recommended) - the Chinese live mostly in sandals
* Flip-Flops - 1 pair - really cheap, lightweight ones you can slip on and off easily
* Soap in a Plastic Dish - 1 bar
* Personal First Aid Kit - optional but recommended - a small kit with basic first aid supplies
* Small day bag – for side trips or hikes.
* Sunscreen - we suggest that you bring two completely different types. Alternate between them to avoid having any allergic reactions
* Chapstick- make sure that it has sunscreen in it. Lip balm without sun protection actually attracts the sun. Burt’s Bees has some nice products.
* Sunburn cream or Aloe Lotion - if you are someone who is prone to sunburn, we suggest that you bring a small tube or bottle of sunburn relief cream just in case you get too much sun.
* Insect Repellant - bring one that is heavy in DEET (40% or more) and one that is natural Citronella - 2 cans or bottles minimum. Be sure to switch off between insect repellants since DEET-based repellants can cause allergic reactions.
* Hand Sanitizer- one bottle. Always use this before you eat as many germs are passed from your hands to your mouth and keeping your paws clean helps keep you healthy wherever you are traveling!
* Small packs of Kleenex Tissues - public toilets in most of Asia do not supply toilet paper - you are meant to bring your own. It's always handy to have a few packs of Kleenex tissues with you when you travel in Asia.
* Hat or cap for sun - you may want to bring two hats or visors to keep off the sun, and to trade
* Towel (1 towel - NOT white) - white towels get rather gnarly looking after a while
* Laundry Bag for dirty laundry, or an old pillow case - keeps the clean stuff away from the dirty stuff so you don't have to sniff to find out.
* Medications (must alert staff about these) - bring with you any medications that you will need while you are away. You will need to tell staff what medications you have brought during your orientation period. This is done privately, but it is essential that you disclose to your staff all medications you are carrying.
* Contact lenses and accompanying paraphernalia - if you use contacts, bring all of your chemicals with you