Hello Loves
As I’m sure you know by now, I have spent much time overseas the past year, as I participated in my university’s study-abroad program in Florence, Italy. It is no secret that it was hands down the best experience of my life, so therefore, I have made it a priority to convince to convince other students to study abroad as well, so they too can have life-changing experiences. The following post has to do with every college kid’s favorite “F word”: FREE! One follower will be selected to receive Alexandra’s Study-Abroad Bundle. The following products are items that you might not think to pack right away, but TRUST ME, you will be glad you have them. Cute pictures and stuff from friends are fabulous as going-away gifts, but the products I am providing in my bundle are ones you will thank me for. Let’s get started:
1. Universal Adapter:
Because electronics are everyday items. This adapter converts a US plug into a European plug, as well as a British plug, Australian, and Asian. Very nifty. Don’t lose it haha.
Because electronics are everyday items. This adapter converts a US plug into a European plug, as well as a British plug, Australian, and Asian. Very nifty. Don’t lose it haha.
2. Coin Purse: Europeans love their coins! And you will use them way more than you think you will.
3. Eye Mask: Perfect for flights, or nights when you want to get a better night’s sleep. Definitely keep this within arm’s reach when you are flying or traveling by bus (you’re thinking bus? Yes, you will travel by bus a lot).
4. Luggage tag: In a bold color, for obvious reasons: you want to know which suitcase is yours. I would recommend writing your abroad address AND your US address on the tag just to be safe. Because I’ll be honest, many European airlines don’t give your luggage as much care as you would like, so not to scare you, but losing luggage is very common. Especially returning home when you will most likely have more baggage
5. Blanket: Perfect for flights and bus trips like SmartTrip. Honestly, if you don’t have a blanket on a 14-hour bus ride, you will be very sorry.
6. Soap: because I’ll be honest here, the soap in some European countries is not the Victoria’s Secret you are used to in the US. Even The Body Shop products are hard to find. So here, I am giving you a bottle (airline-approved of course) of Shower Gel from Soap and Glory: if you are in London, stock up on Soap and Glory products there! Way cheaper and better selection than in the US.
7. The Laundress Laundry Kit: same concept: laundry soap is not the same. This bar from The Laundress will last you a very long time and it is perfect for travel. The Laundress Delicate spray is also good for refreshing because yes, if you take a weekend trip, you will most likely wear the same jeans or leggings 3 days in a row. This spray is perfect for those trips.
8. TokyoMilk Travel Candle: seems like a random item, but I loved having a TokyoMilk travel candle. They have Yankee Candle in Europe but it is more expensive. However, some stores in Europe such as Coin sell Yankee Candles and have scents that are not available in the US! (Champaca Blossom was my Italian favorite)
9. Passport Holder: Often times, your school will collect your passports. With this little sleeve, it makes it easy to identify your passport, and not to mention the fact that it is cute.
10. Grocery Totes: this is a must-have. When grocery shopping in Europe, they will either get mad at you or make fun of you when you check out and did not bring your re-usable tote. And the stores that do have plastic bags will charge you 10 cents a bag. Annoying!
11. Ruler: before you laugh at this item, ask yourself: do I know the metric system?
12. Journal: A travel journal is a must-have. Use it to write down your favorite places, restaurants, even goofy memories. Maybe even the names of weird guys you met out so you can laugh with your friends in later years. I even have pasted Polaroids into mine.
There you have it, the wonderful list that will be offered in my give-away. One winner will win my giveaway, and here’s how you are entered:
Either COMMENT on this post: tell me your name, WHERE you are studying, and WHAT you are most excited for. Plain and simple. OR you can EMAIL your submission to me at alexandradiaries@yahoo.com. I can’t wait to read these.
ALSO: the following are links to previous posts that are about some of my favorite locations abroad, as well as one of my guides for survival in Florence.
Florence Survival Guide: http://www.alexandradiaries.com/blog/travel-diary-when-your-mornings-smell-like-bread
What to Expect your First Week: http://www.alexandradiaries.com/blog/january-18th-2016
European Beauty Products you need to know: http://www.alexandradiaries.com/blog/obsessions-of-the-month-favorite-european-productsso-far
Venice, Italy: http://www.alexandradiaries.com/blog/venezia
Paris, France: http://www.alexandradiaries.com/blog/i-dream-of-paris
For MORE cities I have visited but not yet posted, check out my Flickr here:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/138653241@N06/
Florence Survival Guide: http://www.alexandradiaries.com/blog/travel-diary-when-your-mornings-smell-like-bread
What to Expect your First Week: http://www.alexandradiaries.com/blog/january-18th-2016
European Beauty Products you need to know: http://www.alexandradiaries.com/blog/obsessions-of-the-month-favorite-european-productsso-far
Venice, Italy: http://www.alexandradiaries.com/blog/venezia
Paris, France: http://www.alexandradiaries.com/blog/i-dream-of-paris
For MORE cities I have visited but not yet posted, check out my Flickr here:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/138653241@N06/
from top to bottom, left to right: Amalfi Coast, Fry Shop in Amsterdam,Krka Waterfalls, Croatia, Big Ben, England, Matyas Cave, Hungary, Lennon Wall, Prague, Prague (Charles Bridge), Rome (Trevi Fountain), my current wall of Polaroids I took.
A picture that means a lot to me: Taken in Amsterdam, it was the last picture I ever took in Europe before returning home.
Let the world be your guide
Thank you
xo
-A
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