John Bermont's
I've been packing my suitcase and speeding to the local airport since 1965, and connecting to the nearest international airport since 1975. Over the years I have developed a get-ready drill for the forgetable last-minute guy that I am. It is shared on my primary website at Last Call: Travel Prep and Pack Lists for Europe.
To assemble everything you might possibly need I have created this catalog of things that I pack for Europe and/or that I see many other people bringing with them. It is divided into 11 departments at which you will find links to specific products at Amazon.com, a pretty good source for just about anything these days. My site is an Amazon Associate and receives a commission when you make a purchase. Your patronage keeps this site on line. TIA.
Electrical hardware. Plug adapters, power surge strips, transformers, no converters.
Appliances. Hair blowers, hair curlers, straighteners, sleep aids.
Photography. Cameras, lenses, filters, tripods.
Luggage. Rolling luggage, day tote bags, packing cubes, wire ties.
Clothes. Scarf, rain coat, pullovers, hats, shoes, umbrellas.
Guide books. A selection of the best travel guide books.
Classics for Europhiles. A book and a film.
Travel gear. Wash cloth, compass, flashlight, calculator, travel journal.
Home security. Electric timers, LED bulbs, door stoppers.
Language. Dictionaries, phrase books.
Maps. City maps, regional maps, national maps.
Home page Enjoy-Europe.com.
Questions and contact
Plug it in.
This "Schuko" plug adapter is the standard for France, Germany, and most of continental northern Europe. It does not fit in many outlets of Italy and Switzerland, and none at all in Britain and Ireland. See below.
3 Pack, Grounded Universal 2 in 1 European Schuko plug adapter.
4.8 mm prongs.
Equivalent to type E and F.
You can use this ungrounded Euro plug in some European countries.
Universal 2 in 1 Plug Adapter
Euro Plug
4.0 mm prongs.
Equivalent to type C.
This is a universal plug adapter for the UK and Ireland.
AC Adapter Plug for use in England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland
Equivalent to type G.
Here is the Swiss version.
Grounded Universal 2 in 1 Plug Adapter
Type J for Switzerland
Here is the grounded Italian model.
3-Pack. Grounded Universal Travel Plug Adapter for Italy.
Type L for Italy
This 110-250 volt power surge strip has three universal outlets and an American grounded plug so it needs a plug adapter for the countries you are visiting. Make sure that all your gizmos are rated for 110-240 volts.
SM-60 Universal 3 Outlet Power Strip Surge Protector for Worldwide Travel. 110V-250V with Overload Protection.
For charging up to six gizmos at a time use this 250 volt universal power strip. It comes with a grounded Continental plug.
Surge ProtectorPower Strip
6 Universal Outlets
220/240 Volt 50/60Hz
Most gizmos charge their battery through a USB port so this car charger can keep you going as you drive. European cars have the same nominal 12 volt system as American cars. The LED display on this charger shows the voltage, among other things.
MONKA@4in1 Dual USB Car Charger
This 50 watt transformer changes 220 V electricity to 110 V. It works for small devices up to 35 watts continuous service, if they can operate on 50 Hz which is true for many battery chargers. Check your electrical nameplates and refer to chapter 11 for further information.
50-Watt International Transformer.
Travel Smart by Conair.
For small appliances this transformer will suffice in many cases. It is rated at 200 watts. However, in continuous service it would be best to use it on appliances needing no more than about 100 watts.
Step Up/Down Transformer
120/240 volt 200 Watt
by Power Bright
Absolutely the best battery for digital cameras which use AA batteries.
EnergizerAA Lithium Batteries
4 Pack
Travel Gear
This will come in very handy very often.
Fenix LD15High Performance
LED Flashlight
This is my favorite pocket size travel journal.
It is 5½"x3½"x½".
Markings by C.R. Gibson Brown Ruled Paper Bonded Leather Journal, Small (MJ3-4792)
To help find your way on the winding and poorly posted roads of Europe. It works for civilian travelers also.
Lensatic Military Marching Compass
Your negotiating assistant will save you cash, as described in chapter 6.
8-Digit Display Hand-Held Calculator by Sharp
Turn it on.
Make sure that your electrical appliances are 110-220 dual voltage so they will work in Europe. Each of these appliances requires a plug adapter, NOT a converter, for the countries you are visiting.
Vagabond Compact StylerConair's Dual-Voltage Ionic Hair Dryer
Conair Flat Iron 2" Ceramic StraightenerDual Voltage
Travel Hair SetterDual Voltage
Remington H-1015
SteamFast SF-717 Home-and-Away Mini Steam Iron (dual voltage)
Braun Series 1 150 Men's Shaver with Automatic Worldwide Voltage Adjustment
For light sleepers here is an international "white noise" machine. Includes a Continental plug adapter.
Marsona TSCi-330 White Noise Travel Sound Conditioner For USA and International
For coffee or tea in your room, without waiting or paying for room service.
Lewis N. Clark Immersion Heater 120/240V
Shoot it.
Bring home the memories.
Olympus FE360 8MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Dual Zoom (Silver)
It is getting old and battered but I taped it back together and still use this camera,
Nikon D60 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)
with this amazing zoom lens,
![Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED-IF AF-S VR [Vibration Reduction] DX Lens](http://www.enjoy-europe.com/images/B000BY52NU.jpg)
Nikon 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 G ED-IF AF-S VR [Vibration Reduction] DX Lens
and this filter to reduce reflections and enhance colors.
HOYA 72mm Circularizing Polarizing Filter
What a dandy of a camera! It includes a GPS that automatically sets the internal clock depending on which time zone you are in. You'll always know where and when you took the shot.
Panasonic Lumix ZS20 14.1 MP High Sensitivity MOS Digital Camera with 20x Optical Zoom
This tripod clamp is a handy accessory.
CLAMP-POD Adorama SMALL 4001
Defend the house.
Old fashined home burglary continues to thrive. Make your place look lived in while you are away.
Grounded Timer Intermatic TN311 15 Amp Heavy Duty
This portable combo door stopper and alarm will give you additional security at home or in your hotel room. I use one on the back door at night. It SCREAMS!!
GE 50246 Smart HomeDoor Stop Alarm
Find it.
This little booklet is my favorite map of Paris.
Michelin Paris Pocket Atlas (by Arrondissements) Map No. 16
A pocket map of Amsterdam that won't get soggy in the drizzle.
Streetwise Amsterdam Map - Laminated City Center Street Map of Amsterdam, Netherlands
Here is the heart of London, a very big city.
Lonely Planet London City Map
Pack it up.
Rolling luggage sure beats lugging a pack on your back.
Travelpro Luggage Maxlite3 International Carry-On Rollaboard
A shoulder bag for your daily walk-about.
Travelpro Maxlite 4 Tote
Keep your stuff organized.
eBags Medium Packing Cubes 3pc Set 13¾"x9¾"x3"
Assorted Packing CubeseBags 3pc Set
The two gallon size is excellent for packing your clothes.
Two gallon plastic bags13"x15½" ZipLoc
Inconspicuously lock your zippered luggage with a black wire tie.
Cables to Go 43036 Cable Ties 100 Pack (Black)
A Swiss Army Knife is unquestionably the handiest item a traveler can carry, except not on a plane.
Victorinox Swiss Army Huntsman II Knife
This dental chewing gum can help keep your choppers in good order when you travel.
Spry Chewing Gum 100 ea
Wash in your room basin and save time, trouble, and money.
Woolite Laundry Soap20 packs, ¼ ounce each
Inflatable clothes hangars help with drip dry clothes washed in your room.
Inflatable Travel & Laundry Hangers Set Of 4 by Whitney Design
Wear a money belt under your shirt to protect your passport and valuables, especially if you are staying in hostels or dorms.
Lewis N. Clark RFID Blocking Waist Stash
An RFID blocking wallet protects your passport and credit cards from identity theft in public places.
Travelon RFID Blocking Passport Case
Europe classics
One of my favorite books - Hemingway in Paris. I lived in his neighborhood and drank at his cafes.
A Moveable Feast by Ernest Hemingway
Before you go to France watch this movie. It's an amusing romantic tale with spot-on scenarios and beautiful background. Really great acting all around by Kevin Kline, Meg Ryan, Jean Reno, Timothy Hutton. Kevin Kline sings 'La Mer' like the pro that he is.
French Kiss, DVD
Speak it.
This is one of the best language courses you can invest in.
Learn French: Rosetta Stone French - Level 1
The Pimsleur Language Program is an econmical way to get started.
Pimsleur German Conversational CourseLevel 1. Lessons 1-16 CD
Available in 5 languages the Larousse Mini Dictionaries are packed with information.
Larousse Mini Dictionary : Spanish-English / English-Spanish
Berlitz is one of the premier publishers of dictionaries and phrase books for travelers.
Berlitz Italian Phrase Book & Dictionary
Put it on.
Wear a scarf for comfort and style. Nobody will ever suspect that you are an American.
Very soft houndstooth neck scarf. Various colors available
You know it's going to rain. Be ready.
Happy Rainy Days
Women's Jacket
Hot Chillys Women's Peach Skins Solid T-Neck Shirt
Clarks Women's Wave.Run Slip-On
Tilley Endurables TH9 Women's Hemp Hat
For leg comfort on the plane.
Arriva Travel-Tec Travel Legwear with Smart Compression Technology
My favorite T-shirt/undershirt has a pocket for securely carrying passport, cash, and credit cards under my outer shirt.
Hanes Tagless Short Sleeve Tee with Pocket
New Casual Grey Herringbone Wool Cap
Read it.
This is my book. The last "tree" edition was published way back in 2003 but it is still available at Amazon.com. Critical up-dates are continuously being posted on my web site.
How To EuropeThe Complete
Travelers Handbook
by John Bermont
The best travel guide to all of Europe.
Europe on a ShoestringLonely Planet
A comprehensive guide to 3,000 hotels and restaurants in 44 major cities throughout Europe, in English. Separate books in the Michelin Red series cover individual countries in greater detail. This is a must have for frequent travelers.
Main Cities of Europe 2015Michelin Guide
The Marling Menu Master series is the best for interpreting restaurant offerings in France, Germany, Spain, and Italy.
Marling Menu MasterFrance
Marling Menu MasterItaly
Marling Menu MasterGermany
Marling Menu MasterSpain
Further choices for menu readers:
Berlitz EuropeanMenu Reader
For Eating Out in over 25 Countries
My book for train travel.
European Rail Timetable: December 2014 - June 2015
Free to use but not to abuse.
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