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Monday, December 27, 2010

Suggested Packing List from CATO

I came across this suggested packing list from the Cultural & Academic Travel Organisation (CATO) online today. Thought it might be helpful if I reviewed it before traveling to Ghana in 7 days!

Toiletries:

q  Bug Spray
q  Sun Screen
q  Band-Aids
q  Antibacterial Ointment
q  After-Bite
q  Chapstick
q  Shampoo
q  Body Wash
q  Toothpaste/Toothbrush
q  Deodorant
q  Individually Packaged Antibacterial Wipes
q  Individually Packaged Body Wipes
q  Individually Packaged Face Wipes
q  Pads/Tampons (as needed; bring enough!)
q  Mini Toilet Paper Roll

Medications:

q  Prescriptions
q  Anti-Malarial Meds
q  Pain Reliever
q  Anti-Diarrhea Pills
q  Allergy Pills
q  Tums or Other Antacid

Miscellaneous:

q  Towel
q  Sleep Sack
q  Flashlight
q  Money Belt
q  Brush
q  Elastics

Documents:

q  Passport
q  Airline Tickets
q  Itinerary
q  Extra Passport Photos
q  Copies of Passport/Tickets/Credit Cards
q  Customer Service Numbers for Credit Cards


Clothing:

q  (Aside from the basic underwear, socks, shorts, and shirts)
q  Long Sleeved Shirt
q  Long (or Convertible) Pants
q  Cardigan or Light Fleece
q  (All for night protection against bugs)
q  Rain Jacket
q  Hat
q  Bandanna
q  Sneakers
q  Sandals
q  Flip Flops for Bathing

Other:

q  Day Pack
q  Journal
q  Books for Reading
q  Camera
q  Film or Memory Card
q  Recording Device/Mic
q  Blank Discs/Tapes
q  Batteries
q  Gifts for Hosts/New Friends

Important Notes on Currency:

·       ONLY VISA is accepted in most places in Ghana.  Do not bring a Mastercard!
·       Traveler’s Cheques may only be cashed in big cities.
·       You will get a better exchange rate for big bills ($20, $50, or $100).
·       Visa ATMs can be found in larger cities (Accra, Ho, Cape Coast).
·       Traveler’s Cheques can be cashed upon arrival in Accra and a Visa debit/credit card to be used in the cities (in stores or at ATMs).

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