What to Pack

Shirts. Bring up to Four short-sleeved or long-sleeved shirts in a cotton/polyester blend. Arrange mix according to season.

Sweater. Warm and dark is best - for layering and dressing up. It never looks wrinkled and is always dark, no matter how dirty it is.

Pants. Bring two pairs: lightweight cotton or Linen Jeans can be too hot for summer travel. Many like lightweight pants/shorts with zip-off legs. Button-down wallet pockets are safest.

Shorts. Take a pair with pockets - doubles as a swimsuit for men.

Swimsuit. Especially for women.

Underwear and socks. Bring as per stay duration not more than five sets.

One pair of shoes. Take Sturdy, low-profile tennis shoes with a good tread. (Bring along an extra pair of sandals in case the shoes get wet.)

Money. Bring your preferred mix of a credit card, debit card, an emergency stash of hard cash, ATM's are not easily accessible but we do take plastic Money.

Small daypack. This is great for carrying your sweater, camera, literature, and picnic goodies while you leave your large bag at the hotel or train station. Fanny packs (small bags with thief-friendly zippers on a belt) are a popular alternative.

Camera. A digital camera and one high-capacity memory card means no more bulky bags of film. A mini-tripod allows you to take crisp shots in low light with no flash.

Water bottle. The plastic half-liter mineral water bottles sold throughout are reusable and work great.

Medicine and vitamins. Keep medicine in original containers, if possible.

Extra eyeglasses, contact lenses

Sunscreen and sunglasses. Depending on the season .

Toiletries, The hotel Provides all the basic requirements but you are welcome to bring along your favorite.

Sandals or flip-flops.

Slippers. Bring comfy slippers with leather bottoms on winter trips - great for getting cozy in my hotel room.

Radio, Walkman, Ipods, Movies The hotel has a DVD / Music Library and will provide you with a DVD player in the room

Collapsible umbrella. I like one that's small and compact, but still sturdy and well-constructed enough to withstand strong winds.