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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