The time to prepare for this has gone by way too fast. Not only do I need to prepare for leaving the country for about 3 months but I must also pack up my house to move while I'm abroad. It has been a very daunting task! I am powering through it and checking one thing off at a time! I purchased new luggage....in the hopes that I will be able to fit everything I need for three months but I just dont think that is possible. I over pack no matter where I go, but overpacking is not really an option for this trip because checking an overweight bag is just NOT in the budget. I am rolling my clothes, so I will be able to fit more into the suitcase. I have a large tote that I will use for a purse, so that will allow me to have one more carry-on bag (possibly my backpack?). I plan to wear my big, chunky clothes and shoes to the airport and on the plane to save luggage room.
I am a shopaholic so I plan to leave room in the suitcase. I know I will make many, many, MANY purchases during my trip so I will plan ahead for that. I am also unsure of the dress code in Costa Rica-especially at my private school. Even thought it is 70-80 degress down there, teachers might be required to wear pants, and pants only. Definitely something to look into and consider my options.
Any packing suggestions that you have, please share! I have never traveled outside the United States before so any advice is good advice :)
The official countdown has started!!!!!
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| Crazy mess of packing has begun! |
