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Study Abroad in China

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Pre-Departure Beijing

Los Angeles, United States


After searching for blogs that would possibly not be blocked by China, I figure this site will do.

With the departure date slowly approaching, I've noticed I'm going through stages of both denial and excitement. One minute I would get super excited and plan out what I'm going to pack, but the next I would dread the physical action of packing. I still don't really believe that I'm going to China. By myself. I guess I just feel a rush of excitement, fear, and anticipation. Although I'm going there for an intensive language program, I know I will learn a lot more about myself and of course China.

Predeparture todos:
Print out all info forms
Pack
Buy backpack
Secure finances
Get traveller's checks
Call bank to make sure I can use my credit card overseas
Get psyched!

Stuff to bring:
Walking shoes
Clothes
Formal outfit
Flip/flops for shower
Toiletries: deodorant, hair stuff, pads, bath stuff, toothbrush/paste, towels
Bug spray and anti-itch cream
Meds: ibuprofen, cold/anti-diarrhea, cough syrup, allergy
Ziploc bags
Flashlight/duct tape
Nalgene bottle
Wet Naps and Antibacterial gel
Converter
Required: ID, passport, flight info, cash, travellers' cheques, credit card, cell phone, loose change

More..
Sunblock!!
Chinese Books+Lonely Planet
Contact lens stuff/glasses
Eyedrops
Laptop
Lockpad
Camera
Snacks?
Nail clippers
Bottle and can opener?
Metric system conversion chart
Swiss army knife (luggage, not carry-on)
small compass




permalink written by  jlu on June 13, 2008 from Los Angeles, United States
from the travel blog: Study Abroad in China
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