Mission Zambia Tips fo Success

Prepare for Good Health in Zambia
The following packing recommendations should help you prepare your traveling essentials.

Recommended Packing List
These are just suggestions. Your particular trip may require other items. Remember that when packing for overseas, less is better.
Clothing
Please keep in mind that the weather may differ from the weather where you live. See http://www.wunderground.com/global/ZB.html.
Toiletries
Medicines	Prescription and over-the-counter, including anti-diarrhea medication, laxatives, and motion-sickness medicines. Bring adequate amounts of all essential medications and pack them in your carry-on bag; some medications may not be available at your destination
Minor first-aid items, such as Band-Aids, etc	See also the "Items to Bring With You" section of http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/destinationZambia.aspx.
Small towel and wash cloth
Bath toiletries	Toilet paper (remove cardboard center before packing), Kleenex packets, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.
Wet wipes
Anti-bacterial soap
Sunscreen / lip balm
Feminine products
Other
Small Ziploc bags	Pack your lotions, creams, and other liquid items in bags in case they rupture on the plane
Space-Saver bags	Vacuum bags that can reduce the bulk of clothing
Adapters and converter for electronic equipment	(advise against bringing electrical devices)
Camera, film, video camera, extra batteries
Bible/Journal/pen, or small note book
Small flashlight/penlight
Family photos, maybe extra to give away	Please be sure they are modest and do not show wealth.
Money belt or travel pouch, if you have one	One that can easily hold important documents
Address list for postcards or possible e-mails home
Photocopy of I.D./passport	Keep in different place than I.D./passport
Emergency contact information for USA	Give these to other members of the team
Driver's license or alternative form of ID
Trip itinerary and contact information
Extra eye glasses	Especially if you wear contacts
Accessible Items
Keep these items in your money belt or pocket at all times during travel.
Copy of I.D./passport
Airline tickets and all airline receipts (ticket stubs)	Never throw anything away
Cash
Carry-On Items
All Accessible Items	See above list
Clean change of clothes	In case of misplaced luggage
Basic toiletries
All valuables	Camera, jewelry, money, I.D./passport, etc.
Watch	Leave valuable jewelry at home
Reading material for travel time
MP3 or music player with extra batteries
Journal, pens or pencils	Bring extra pens in a Ziploc as some explode at high altitudes

Packing Considerations

Smart packing
To more easily identify your luggage, attach a bright-colored ribbon or luggage tag. What you wear overseas does make a difference. Make sure your clothing is neat and modest in all circumstances. Be sure to pack comfortable shoes, as many places require a great deal of walking.

Pack extras
Luggage is occasionally lost in overseas travel. It is a good idea to have an extra set of clothing (including underwear) and essential medications in your carry-on bag.
Leave valuables at home. Expensive and sentimental or favorite items should be left at home unless you are willing to part with them.

Pack lightly
Remember when packing for overseas, less is better. Keep in mind the airline baggage allowance as you pack. Extra weight or extra bags cost you money. Also remember you are limited to the bags you can personally carry; in most cases you will be carrying your own luggage.
Empty your pockets. Bring with you only the necessary ID and credit/debit cards. Also remember to have enough money on hand for "tipping" those who help you along your travel route.

Make copies
Make copies of credit cards and the phone numbers to cancel them if they are lost or stolen. Bring the copies with you and keep them in a safe place, separate from your cards. Make three copies of your I.D./passport. Give one copy to your team leader, keep one in your suitcase, and leave the other at home with a family member or trusted friend.