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Dress for Weather / to Impress Las Vegas

37 Reviews That Is why I prefer the Samsonite Brand in travelling as my main travelling Bags are samsonite since they have the lightest hard cases and hybrid soft sided hard cases of luggage of any luggage...

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Shoes New Orleans

7 Reviews The luggage you bring will depend on your mode of transportation. By air, travel as light as you can. Never go anywhere, especially someplace where there is as much walking involved as in New Orleans...

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Clothes For Layering San Francisco

55 Reviews Backpacks are excellent for putting your camera as well as some of the souvenirs you buy along your visits to the shops. Make sure you bring a beanie, scarf, sweatshirt, sweater and a nice warm...

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What To Wear Los Angeles

18 Reviews If you are coming during the winter, be prepared for generally, sunny days and cool evenings. The best way to dress is in layers. When it does rain, it is chilly. So be prepared and do bring a warm...

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Casual / Light Key West

15 Reviews Ladies: Sundress Shorts Light Jacket (it cools off when the sun goes down) Sandals Guys: Shorts Button down camp shirts sandals (but please - no socks) hat Sunscreen! Aspirin (for when you have been...

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rain gear Vancouver

31 Reviews I walked out of the airport terminal and into a light rain. As we got downtown the rain was getting heavier, but the locals weren't even hurrying to get out of it. Most of them hadn't even broken out...

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Warm clothes Montreal

23 Reviews Many people think about keeping their "core" warm, but what about the lower half? There are some really great fitting and comfortable jeans available that keep you warm. They are called Winter Blues...

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Pack For Weather Boston

20 Reviews Our last visit to Boston was during the MLK Jr. Holiday weekend in January 2010. We took a small rollaboard for our stay. We anticipated the weather to be chilly especially by the water so I wore a...

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Cool / Casual San Diego

6 Reviews On the VT Gear website the question is asked, "Ever wonder who you're standing next to?" Well, that is one reason to wear VT gear, but I have another reason. To easily keep track of my grandkids...

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Travel Light / Layers Seattle

20 Reviews Comfortable Shoes, Sweatshirt/Blazer, and lightweight pants/shorts. We always travel in August or September, which in all reality is truly the perfect time. It's a bit warm still but there is...

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Beachwear & Sunscreen! Honolulu

20 Reviews Bring flip-flops with you or plan to buy some when you arrive. See my Local Customs tip. Pack clothing suitable for tropical weather. The young women in this photo, with their black stockings and...

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Packing Lists Philadelphia

14 Reviews Comfortable walking shoes. It's best to explore this great old town on foot. Wide angle is great for shots of buildings but a zoom is fun for sneaky people shots. Thanks to D for getting me to...

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Bathing Suits Miami

6 Reviews bring your swim suits people , Miami's South Beach is hot . Tan in the daylight hours and by night - dance till you drop ! Like I said - the city that doesn't quit . lots of great pics to take so...

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Weather Related Clothing Houston

6 Reviews It's hot. It rains. That's just Houston. There are two seasons: Summer and Spring. Spring is about January-April. After April, until December, it's hot. Make sure you bring plenty of sun screen. Let...

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Clothing/Luggage Puerto Vallarta

14 Reviews OK....you've planned a family vacation to Puerto Vallarta. The tickets were reasonable, the weather is perfect, now what to bring? First let me say check with your airline regarding your baggage...

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Clothes Miami Beach

6 Reviews Take whatever you need for the duration of your stay. Remember, if you're down here for shopping, you might buy the clothes you wear out while you're here. Nice sandals and some shorts are a must, if...

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Clothing Mexico City

39 Reviews I brought a very small carry on travel backpack for my trip. If you are planning on taking the subway to and from your hotel this is all you will want to take because there are TONS of stairs and...

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Winter, summer & rain gear Quebec

20 Reviews Quebec City is one of Canada's snowiest cities. On average, we receive 3 m of snow every year but the 2007-2008 winter was our snowiest ever, with about 5.6 m of snow!! It is not rare to see the first...

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Beach Attire Fort Lauderdale

10 Reviews You'll need layers during the Spring. It was warm to downright hot and sunny during the day...so Swimming Suits and shorts will do. However, a sweater or the appropriate coverage is needed for night....

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Comfortable Clothes Atlanta

4 Reviews During my trip this year, the temperature remained in the 70s, although this seemed a little warm than I would expect for Atlanta at this time of year. I would probably recommend bringing warmer...

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Weather Ottawa

15 Reviews Waterproof shoes, don't forget weatherproof paste. Waterproof coat etc; you will have make your car ice/snow-free more than once. Anti-flu, anti-cold stuff (I prefer Fisherman's Friend). Some...

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Weather Related Clothing Dallas

4 Reviews Although you can probably leave out your snow boots, I would suggest being prepared for almost any other kind of weather (especially in spring)! You can never tell what the weather is going to be...

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What to pack Cabo San Lucas

11 Reviews The baggage handling at the airport in Cabo leaves a lot to be desired. If you are bringing something delicate (like wine for example) pack it well. Very well. It seems I have been packing lighter...

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Clothes Tampa

8 Reviews I like to travel light, but this is up to you. You don't need any heavy winter clothes in Tampa, that's for sure! During the summer, make sure you have light clothes and flip-flops! It rains a lot...

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Clothing/Shoes/Weather Gear Richmond

3 Reviews If you go to Richmond, or anywhere else in the world, by plane be prepared for loss of your luggage by the airlines. It happened to us thanks to KLM. So, Urszula and I were separated from our...

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by Heleyna

Rain gear is always a good idea. Athletic shoes will do for most activities. We are becoming a more casual place everyday. We are fanatical about personal hygiene. You will offend the natives if you are not fanatical about it too. Deodorant is a must! There is camping in everywhere in North America, including Alaska! Find out if there are bear problems where you plan to camp. And watch for snakes in the outdoors. A good insect repellant is absolutely necessary for Spring and Summer. Don't forget the sunscreen!

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by spicy_apple

I suggest that you pack light. My rental car did not have too much space so I packed only essential things. Don't forget the camera! During the summer months it is hot in the Southwest. I recommend shorts, t-shirts, running shoes, and a hat of some sort because of the sun. Be sure to have sunglasses and sunscreen because the sun and heat can be brutal. Summer storms did occur during my trip, so have a light sweater/coat handy.

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by margrose

Big suitcase to take home souvenirs always have a light sweater or scarf, since most places have air conditioning. And change of shoes for bad weather time or good weather, you will find that after all that sightseeing your comfortable sneakers are pinching, tight or just hot for your feet. Take some open shoes or nice sandals. small bag with band aids and antibiotic ointment. good land camera or water camera and best of all a camcorder Sunscreen, Sunscreen, and more Sunscreen and good eyewear, a hat. overnight bag, with one change of clothes to go from day to night. Take some baby wipes to wipe face for a refreshing pickup and some alcohol germ killer to clean hands for eating all those finger foods.

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by casperblack

bring all the basics but also tones of film boston is known for its sightseeing, and if you get to the suburbs where i grew up like concord mass this is were it gets really beautiful from the houses (3million $) to the tree covered roads. just breathtaking winters cold as canada but summer is perfect bring it all and there is no worries when it comes to stealing its quite a safe town but do be careful. there are great beaches in mass i would say that the south of boston the water is warmer but the north beaches are much more beautiful!

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by Probot

Rolling luggage is always nice and saves your arms and back from wear and tear at all stages of your trip. You might want to get a fanny pack or some other type of small daypack for your daily jaunts. Tennis shoes are great for general sightseeing in America. If you plan on going to the beach then sandals are the way to go. Our weather is so diverse here in the U.S. that you should check Fodors or Frommers to get a better idea of whether you will need an umbrella or not. There are great drug stores and grocery stores that are plentiful throughout the U.S. Some are even open 24 hours a day. It would be better to buy those things you will need there than at a hotel lobby shop or airport store. All grocery stores and drug stores in the U.S. will carry film and batteries for cameras. Prices on film are pretty good here. You can generally get a four pack of 100 exposure film for around $7...

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by forensics1

Camping: Backpacks or duffle bagsHotels: suitcases big enough for anything you want to add when you go home shorts;pants;sandels;sneakers;light coat (south) winter coat (north); bathing suits, tee-shirts. long sleeve shirts etc. SOAP, tooth paste, asprin, band-aids zoom lenses and wide angle tents, flashlights, sandels, bathing suit. mesh shorts, sunscreen, towels, sneakers, water bottles SUNGLASSES and SUNSCREEN

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by hansash

Keep it under 50 pounds! Try carrying it for 1 day in hometown,and then just think of how long you'll be gone! Wear most of it all the time! Check out the local weather on the internet...It may be hot during the day but,freezing at night! Buy clothing at a local thrift store when you get to 'wear' you're going! Sinus pills...Elevation changes can be a pain. Bandaids! BabyPowder for between showers! If you're roughing it forget Hair Supplies;shampoo maybe but,gel,hairspray and krap....NOT!!!! Disposable camera with flash! works for me...Purchase postcards...but,don't send them! Keep them for yourself! They make a nice album. Have someone take a few pics of Y-O-U!!!! Be careful if you got an expensive camera,It could get stolen. It happened to me in Washington D.C. !!! two pairs of shoes: a pair of boots and some light pair of converse 'chuck Taylor' all-stars tennis shoes...their...

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by venusdmoon72

Don't carry so much stuff, there is sufficient shopping to do there! Try to travel there as light as possible, but bring enough bags, but you could buy a suitcase or two from there! Kill two birds with one stone.If worst comes to worst, just ship the extra stuff back home. You may opt for them to come by ship, and it takes longer, but it's worth it! If it's around summer, light clothes, nothing too heavy or even too dressy. Smart casual is the way to go. Again, just the essentials. Carry loads of deodorant though, all the walking can really bring up a sweat. Camera, digital camera (with enough fild and batteries, in case not digital) Small compact type camera, you don't want to flash it around too much. Comfortable shoes and your bathing suit and spare towel should be handy. You never know if you drive through one of Cali's beautiful beach spots and there are lots of those!

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by carbon

pack for everything immaginable the weather is unpredictable and the culture requires all types of dress prepare to walk stand and drive advil is a must auto focus is great the bugs will annoy you and watch out for the jelly fish jeans will protect you legs if you like to hike

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by MargotB

I don't carry any luggage because then I would be delayed at the airport and border interminably. Take a sweater anytime you go the desert area of California, because in the hot season [most of the year] everything is air-conditioned and cold. Have medical insurance because if you should have a prolonged stay in a hospital, your bill could run to over a million dollars.

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Casablanca Hotel New York City

1 Review and 1901 Opinions This is a Hotel /Bed and Breakfast. It is a oasis in the middle of Times Square. It is quiet inside...

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Argonaut Hotel - A Kimpton Hotel San Francisco

4 Reviews and 1844 Opinions There's no doubt this hotel, provides a level of luxury and convenience, that many travellers will...

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Four Seasons Las Vegas Las Vegas

8 Reviews and 1181 Opinions Definitely one of the best hotels in Las Vegas where I found everything what I want. The hotel is at...

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Q: Are there, like in many European countries, limits for the amount of cash you can legally bring with you in and out of the...

A: For Canada, if you bring in more than $10,000 CAD (or equivalent in other currency) you will need to declare it to customs but there is no limit. There is a box on the...

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