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Reflections from 2018

Packing: Less is Best

6/11/2018

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Our trip is quickly approaching! As you are packing, there is one very important thing you should keep in mind: less is best. Make sure that you are only packing what you need--that everything that you are placing in your suitcase has a purpose. To ensure this, review our itinerary and remind yourself of the different things we will be doing, then tailor your wardrobe to these activities. Comfort is key. I suggest making a list of everything you want to bring, then go through the list a few times, weaning out any unnecessary items. Every inch of space counts, so try not to pack what you can buy when we get to our destination. Remember that there is a grocery store near the Centre where you can purchase toiletries and other needs. To help you get started on a list, here are some things you should know:
  • Make sure you have three copies of your passport (2 with you and 1 with your emergency contact) and a passport holder that can be placed around your neck.
  • Try to have some Euros with you. (Note that we will have plenty of time during our layover in Dublin to exchange!)
  • Ensure that you have any prescriptions that you need and an extra pair of glasses if you wear them.
  • Walking shoes are a must! Bring TWO pairs. From our itinerary, you can see that our trip involves a lot of walking, so bring shoes that are comfortable and don’t leave blisters.
  • Layers. Bring clothes that you can layer and clothes that you can mix and match. Try to have every piece you pack be able to work with multiple outfits. It’s okay to wear something twice, or even three times! (We will have access to a washing machine at the Centre).
  • Try to pack airy and breathable clothing since we will be in warmer weather, but be prepared for cool nights. A lightweight scarf can have many uses such as a blanket or a good pillow for the plane.  
  • Shorts and tank tops used to be frowned on, especially in churches which we will be visiting. It is still a good idea to be a tad conservative, avoiding very short shorts, etc—you get the picture.
  • We suggest bringing either a hooded windbreaker or inexpensive rain poncho. Rain is unpredictable, so you want to make sure you are prepared!
  • Try to bring something with your school logo
  • A portable phone charger
  • A reusable water bottle and a few snacks for the airplane ride.
  • Pack along a few zip lock bags (maybe 2 gallon and 2 quart ones). These come in handy for keeping items organized, storing wet items and many other purposes.
  • Leave valuable jewelry and other valuables at home.
  • If you anticipate having more things coming home than you do traveling there, pack an empty bag in your carry-on.
  • To maximize space in your suitcase, roll your clothes instead of folding them.
  • Wear your heaviest clothing to the airport so less room is taken up in your suitcase. ​
Lastly, review the student handbook this week to ensure that you have everything else in order. For some more packing tips, you can visit these links:
https://www.ricksteves.com/travel-tips/packing-light/ricks-packing-list
https://happytowander.com/packing-summer-europe-ultimate-female-packing-list/

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    Hello everyone! I’m so happy you’re here. My name is Tatiana Belanich and I’m the writer for the Le Puy Pilgrimage blog. I’m a junior at St. Joseph’s College Long Island campus and a double major in Journalism and Religious Studies. I am also an intern with ACSSJ and will be participating in the pilgrimage this June. I hope my articles will be fun and informative, but most importantly a reminder of the mission of this trip. St. Augustine once said, "The world is a great book, of which they that never stir from home read only a page." There is so much beauty to be explored and so much goodness to be experienced if only we would step out of our comfort zone. I hope you will follow us on our journey as we take these steps to respond to the stirrings of our hearts and attempt to read the many chapters the world has to offer. ​

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