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Post by cindyupnorth on Dec 6, 2014 23:53:20 GMT
this Feb for spring break with her English writing class. They will be here 10 days, doing England, paris for sure. Not sure of other details. What would be some good cmas presents for her for the trip? she has luggage. She has her passport. Trip would be in Feb. What is the weather like? any ideas appreciated!
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Post by Eddie-n-Harley on Dec 6, 2014 23:54:20 GMT
A fun umbrella, and UK peas please chime in, but voltage adaptors? Maybe a cool passport holder. (I think TJMaxx/Marshalls had some one year-- look by wallets.)
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Post by peabay on Dec 6, 2014 23:55:35 GMT
Adapters, guidebooks, language books.
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Post by cindyupnorth on Dec 6, 2014 23:58:03 GMT
What sort of adapters? I don't think she'll need language books. They are in England a lot, touring authors homes, and the trip is planned out by the professor that goes every yr and knows his way around. , and she took 2 yrs of French.
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Post by gar on Dec 7, 2014 0:00:16 GMT
Maybe a fun printed list of the different words commonly used
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Post by catmom on Dec 7, 2014 0:00:57 GMT
It will be colder than you think and damp that time of year. I remember thinking since I'm from Canada the cold would be no problem and only brought a light jacket. I can't explain how the damp chills right to the bone. So for gifts I would say some layers like a lightweight jacket with sweaters and scarves if she doesn't already have them. Otherwise, an over shoulder bag like maybe a pac safe would be useful and mainly money so she can shop and have fun while she's there. I would have especially appreciated money for the trip when I was her age.
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Post by cindyupnorth on Dec 7, 2014 0:02:50 GMT
Well, we are from MN, so have layers covered! I did wonder if it would be cool. I was hoping it would be warmer for her coming from the tundra of MN in feb. ha.
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Post by quiltz on Dec 7, 2014 0:03:43 GMT
Adaptors for the different electrical plugs.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 7, 2014 0:05:40 GMT
I would make a "gift certificate" for X amount of dollars to be redeemed right before her trip so she has plenty of shopping money while there. She will find so many things that are unique there to bring home with her. For this year I'd let her do her own Christmas shopping in London or Paris or which ever cities she will be in.
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Post by myboysnme on Dec 7, 2014 0:08:08 GMT
How about some euros? You can buy them from AAA, or order them from the bank. She will need euros for most things because so many places don't take US money or even credit cards. Of course you can get euros from a bank ATM over there but you can never have enough!
I think some type of windbreaker/rain gear that wraps up small would be good. She can wear it over whatever else she is wearing if the weather is damp or drizzly.
Does she have a good but small camera? I always took two means of taking pics, and a small camera that can tuck into a fanny pack or even her pocket would be really good. Get one that takes batteries that you can send along extra. Phones take great pics but sometimes there is not a place to charge it available.
Lastly, a pair of walking shoes that are pure comfort. Nothing can ruin a trip like bad shoes. Even some rain boots would come in handy and be cute.
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Post by gar on Dec 7, 2014 0:09:07 GMT
It will be colder than you think and damp that time of year. I remember thinking since I'm from Canada the cold would be no problem and only brought a light jacket. I can't explain how the damp chills right to the bone. So for gifts I would say some layers like a lightweight jacket with sweaters and scarves if she doesn't already have them. Otherwise, an over shoulder bag like maybe a pac safe would be useful and mainly money so she can shop and have fun while she's there. I would have especially appreciated money for the trip when I was her age. Substitute 'could' for 'will' in your first sentence and you'd be correct:smile: There really is nothing definite when it comes to the British weather.
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Post by eleezybeth on Dec 7, 2014 0:09:25 GMT
Order her some pounds!! You can get them from your bank. Do something fun with then like orgami money.
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Post by catmom on Dec 7, 2014 0:15:05 GMT
It will be colder than you think and damp that time of year. I remember thinking since I'm from Canada the cold would be no problem and only brought a light jacket. I can't explain how the damp chills right to the bone. So for gifts I would say some layers like a lightweight jacket with sweaters and scarves if she doesn't already have them. Otherwise, an over shoulder bag like maybe a pac safe would be useful and mainly money so she can shop and have fun while she's there. I would have especially appreciated money for the trip when I was her age. Substitute 'could' for 'will' in your first sentence and you'd be correct:smile: There really is nothing definite when it comes to the British weather. Fair enough .
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Post by oaksong on Dec 7, 2014 0:37:21 GMT
A cross-body purse/bag is nice for hands-free travelling and for keeping ID and money more secure.
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Post by paperaddictedpea on Dec 7, 2014 0:46:06 GMT
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Post by ntsf on Dec 7, 2014 1:12:11 GMT
look at travelsmith...they have some deals this time of year...
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Post by krispin41 on Dec 7, 2014 1:33:34 GMT
Travel Journal
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Post by auntkelly on Dec 7, 2014 1:46:10 GMT
I like the suggestion of adapters and guidebooks. How about some English and French treats for stocking stuffers? World Market always sells a stuff like that. Also The Container Store has a lot of fun travel gadgets.
I wouldn't exchange much money right now. She'll probably get a much better exchange rate from the ATM machines in Europe than you'll get from your bank.
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Post by Basket1lady on Dec 7, 2014 1:52:00 GMT
I agree with the pounds and euros. Europe can be expensive! And they have almost everything that we have, so of you forget something you can just buy it.
It will be warmer than MN, but still cold enough to require a good jacket. Look at the weather before she leaves and choose accordingly.
We were there in April and mostly used adapters, but not converters. I think we had one converter for DH for his Blackberry. I know my iphone was fine--it's says on the charger if it works with dual voltage.
I bought a cross body purse for the trip and was very happy. It balances the weight on your body, which helps your back. It was big enough for a wallet, phone, umbrella, water bottle, a map and a camera. And obviously she will need a really good pair of shoes.
I upgraded my phone for international calls, data and texts. We used it if we needed directions or to look things up. We didn't use it a lot, but it was definitely nice to have. And if something had happened back in the states, we could make calls. The phones would still work, but it would have been expensive.
What about a scarf or two? One thing is to travel light, as there aren't a lot of elevators or escalators. I changed out my scarves a lot and that was about the only difference in my wardrobe. They were VERY popular in both London and Paris and I bought several over there. It helped change up the look a little, especially since I wore the same outer jacket every day. DD (turned 15 in Paris) mostly just wore her black leather jacket. They wear a lot of black over there!
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Post by paigepea on Dec 7, 2014 2:06:16 GMT
Umbrella Fold up rain coat or a good rain shell A kindle A travel hair dryer with built in adaptor iTunes gift card Passport holder Money belt Sunglasses Hat Leggings / cardigans Layering clothes Travel pillow and / or blanket Sunscreen Good walking shoes Socks New PJs (is she sharing a room with someone) Magazine subscription Travel guide
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Post by valleyview on Dec 7, 2014 2:13:01 GMT
Layering clothes, scarves, cross body bag ( I like Bagalini), comfy walking shoes, and packing cubes.
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Post by scrapsuzy on Dec 7, 2014 2:14:59 GMT
A travel pillow. Walmart has some that are memory-foam and have a clip on them. Cost about $10, I think. I have used mine sooooo much, even when not traveling!
For her stocking, travel-size versions of her hair care products or other items. For instance, I use hair products that I can only buy at the salon, so it's not like I can get them travel-sized at Target. For one of them, even though they didn't officially sell that size product at my salon, they let me buy one of their samples that they had.
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Post by Basket1lady on Dec 7, 2014 2:28:20 GMT
ScrapSuzy had a good idea. I love GoTubes. Target sells them in the travel section. They are really squishy and don't pop open with different air pressures in an airplane. They are good for travel sized toiletries.
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Post by cindyupnorth on Dec 7, 2014 2:45:00 GMT
You guys keep saying adaptors...but you need to be more specific..Like WHAT are they called? European adaptors? electricaly adaptors? I mean..I have no idea what I'm looking for. She has a small camera, so that is good, but again, would need to chrg it. For cmas I am getting her a portable chrger, that you can plug your devices in, and chrg them like in your purse, or in the car, etc. But I don't know how long that will last? anyone know? they were a QVC special.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 7, 2014 2:51:56 GMT
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Post by cindyupnorth on Dec 7, 2014 3:03:52 GMT
Thanks volt!! that helps!
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Post by myboysnme on Dec 7, 2014 3:07:36 GMT
I never needed adapters really, as long as she has a way to charge her phone. But I didn't take my phone so that didn't apply to me.
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Post by cindyupnorth on Dec 7, 2014 3:10:29 GMT
Ok, so she would just need these plug adaptors? isn't the voltage different? Or is that not a problem? she would have her camera and iphone to chrge
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Post by newfcathy on Dec 7, 2014 3:13:22 GMT
Ds went to England/France in 2013, Italy 2014. He used a cross body messenger bag from REI that he liked so much he stopped using his backpack for school work. Universal electrical plugs, little neck pillow for the plane & euros & pounds would also be very useful. There wasn't always time to run to the bank.
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Post by The Great Carpezio on Dec 7, 2014 3:14:46 GMT
It's colder in Mn tonight than it will be there, but the dampness in tonight's air (at least around here) is similar. It cuts to the bone. I was there Nov/Dec and there is a very damp chill that permeates (more so than Mn does usually). It's usually drier here.
I'd buy: the adapters A nice quality cross body bag A cute scarf and leg warmers
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