Suggested packing list - Europe - Summer

Last Updated: Dec. 01, 2008

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1. Hey everyone!!

   is anyone doing the London to Athens + Greek Island Hopping tour Departing on 5 July 2009!

   Is anyone else doing the tour?

   =sim-sim= posted 16 days ago Flag as Inappropriate

2. Departing Nov 17, 2008 in European Inspiration.

   Visit forums for more info.

   Thanks,

   Luis César posted 28 days ago Flag as Inappropriate

3. Another brilliant article! Thanks heaps

   Tazzy posted 29 days ago Flag as Inappropriate

4. This is incredibly helpful!! I am horrible with packing. I always forget stuff and never know what I should take and what I NEED to take. I’m hoping to take a summer 2009 Europe tour so this article is perfect for me.

   tjgrz11 posted on Oct. 16, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

5. Hi…Im leaving this Friday Oct 17 for European Discovery and I am thrilled!!! I started packing days ago..can’t wait!

   abexplorer14 posted on Oct. 14, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

6. Hey my name is Jared from chicago im 20 going on the European Discovery leaving london dec 5 ill be there a day early, im suppose to go with my friend but probably going to go solo so i was just seeing who was going

   scoot posted on Oct. 04, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

7. hello, I am going on the European Vista (winter) tour starting January 10, 2009. I will probably be doing it solo so if anyone wants to chat to me to make me feel a little more self assured that I will not be a loner :)feel free to drop me a line..if you would like to adopt me as your friend haha Is there anyone else taking the plunge of going it alone, or has done it before? cheers guys:)

   Alicia posted on Sep. 28, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

8. My husband and I and another couple are also leaving Oct 17 for this tour! 3 more weeks, WOW

   Explorer1113541 posted on Sep. 26, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

9. WOW i cant wait! Ill be leaving to Europe Oct 17th. SWEET!

   DiSS3NT posted on Sep. 22, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

10. I am planning on doing the Winter Wanderer Tour from October to November. Any suggestions on what and how to pack? What type of clothes are appropriate for the season?

    Lholt posted on Sep. 17, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

11. for ski tour , perhaps ski clothes ….

    elMika posted on Sep. 08, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

12. Departing November 16, 2008 on the European Discovery Tour…anyone going?

    StaceyBrady posted on Sep. 05, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

13. Hey…is anyone Else going on the European Encounter Starting October 11???? Let me know!!!

    Explorer1101913 posted on Sep. 05, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

14. I’m going on the European Discovery Tour (winter) starting Oct 19. I have heard it won’t be snowing at that time of year but can someone tell me how cold it will be getting and what type of clothes i might need?? Thanks heaps hope to see some of you on the trip

    Sam posted on Sep. 03, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

15. For those of you going to the European Discovery (Winter) starting October 17 then I guess we will be on the same tour. :) I’m going with my sister (21) and brother (23) so if anyone wants to party with us just hit us up.
    I’m So Excited!!!!!

    Explorer1111206 posted on Aug. 27, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

16. Hey! anyone going on the winter wanderer tour starting oct 18th??

    Explorer1111014 posted on Aug. 26, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

17. Hey Guys,

    Anyone considering the European Magic Trip (winter) for 19th October? Let me know!
    Cheers

    Explorer1110753 posted on Aug. 23, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

18. for those of you looking to meet your tour mates, youll have an easier time if you go to the forums page and find your trip on the meeting place section.

    melaniet posted on Aug. 19, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

19. Hey, my name is Samantha 29, I’m going on the European Discovery leaving 22nd Dec 2008. I’m going by myself, so it would be great to chat to anyone else who’s doing this tour.

    sam_adelaide@hotmail.com posted on Aug. 17, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

20. I’m planning on traveling to Europe either in March or April of 2009 however I don’t know what the weather will be like. Please help! What should I pack for spring months!

    Adventurous Explorer k5f2 posted on Aug. 13, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

21. Hey

    I am going on the European Horizon Tour on the 14th Sept. It would be nice to meet anyone going there as well as I’m going alone. Anyone?????

    Norma22 posted on Aug. 08, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

22. Hi,

    Is anyone going on the European adventure trip which starts on 6th september?

    natalie posted on Aug. 07, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

23. Hey all….. Anyone doing 32 day Camping starting 9th of September??? Is going to be one filthy Adventure!!!!!

    Andrew posted on Aug. 06, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

24. Hi all! Just wanted to see if anyone was heading on the European Horizon Tour (Sept. 3-13th) or will anyone be in London Aug. 30- Sept.2nd? I’m traveling alone & it would be great to meet up w/fellow travelers.

    Enjoy your trips!

    Kelly posted on Aug. 04, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

25. Hey, Anyone doing European Magic staring September 1st??? Hit me up.

    travel_rose posted on Aug. 04, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

26. Hey, anyone going on the European Highlights Tour – 21 Aug? I’m from SA, 24 years old … first time I’ll be leaving the African continent – very excited!

    Amanda-SA posted on Aug. 01, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

27. Hey. Anyone doing the European encounter on 8th of Sept? Would love to hear from anyone who is. Tara

    Explorer1108611 posted on Aug. 01, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

28. Hi Sarah85Australia and Explorer 1108040. There is a forum with the participants of European Panorama September 1st 08 departure, come join us we’d love to get to know you guys!

    Tarjah posted on Jul. 31, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

29. Anyone going on the European Contrast in August?

    Explorer1108506 posted on Jul. 30, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

30. Who’s going on the European-Barcelona Tour on August 28th? =)

    LENALEX =) posted on Jul. 30, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

31. Myself and two friends from Australia are going on the Road to Athens on September 2. Is anyone else going on this trip?

    Explorer1108342 posted on Jul. 29, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

32. Hi, my boyfriend and I are going on the Mediterranean Highlights tour (starting Madrid) in Sep. I would love to hear from you if you are also on this trip.

    Not long to go now…I’m so excited!

    Ali

    Explorer1108271 posted on Jul. 28, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

33. Hey,

    My boyfriend Simon and I are going on the “EUROPEAN PANORAMA” 1st Sept08…
    would be nice to talk to same of our fellow tourist!

    Sarah.

    Sarah85Australia posted on Jul. 27, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

34. Going on the European Escapade, leaving on aug 12th, anyone else heading on that? love to hear from you x

    Explorer1108115 posted on Jul. 27, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

35. Hello I am leaving on the European Panorama on Sept.1/08. I am from British Coloumbia, Canada…. anyone else leaving on the same trip?

    Explorer1108040 posted on Jul. 26, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

36. Hey pixie G,

    I’m also going on the European Whirl leaving Sept 11 travelling alone and having 3 days in London before hand. If you want to meet a friendly face before the trip I’m willing my email is pwwilson69@hotmail.com if you want to get in contact.

    Paulimus_Prime posted on Jul. 23, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

37. Heyy!!
    im a 19yos girl from nz going on european whirl leaving London on the 11th Sep, i am traveling alone, did be nice to meet someone before hand. I am also going to be in London a few days before the trip.

    pixie G posted on Jul. 21, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

38. Hi guys!
    24 yr old female Australian heading off on the 30 July on European Whirl- anyone else headed my way?? ;-) x

    Explorer1107195 posted on Jul. 17, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

39. Hey there My name is vicky wondering if anybody out there doing Europe 32 day camping trip leaving london, 19th Aug??

    Explorer1104724 posted on Jul. 15, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

40. Hi my name is Teryn im from California and I’m going to Mediterranean Highlights (Start Rome) Sept 14-27th. Is anyone else going? I going by myself and I’m looking forward to hanging out with some fun people! Hit me up so we can chat before we start the fiesta!

    Explorer1106965 posted on Jul. 15, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

41. anyone for italian espresso August 2nd?

    ghama posted on Jul. 14, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

42. hi.. this is my first time with contiki… im goin on the italian espresso july 25th?? anyone else??

    KS3 posted on Jul. 12, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

43. Any one doing the European Panorama, leaving London September 1st?

    Clint from Tassie posted on Jul. 12, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

44. hey, anybody going on the european discover tour leaving london on the 18th sep??

    trystan posted on Jul. 10, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

45. hey anyone going on the european vista starting on july 21st? not long to go! so excited, we’ll be comin from nz, escaping the winter over to the european summer

    Novi posted on Jul. 10, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

46. My husband and I are doing the European Discovery Tour leaving London Aug. 3 (I tihnk). We can’t wait!!

    Explorer1106390 posted on Jul. 09, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

47. Hi there,

    I have been reading some tour guide books about what to pack. The Rick Steve’s book says that most women in Europe don’t wear shorts/shorter skirts. Because he is older, I am not sure how outdated this statement is.

    Does anyone have any advice who has been to Europe recently? Do younger women wear shorts/shorter skirts?

    Thanks!

    LindsSoCal posted on Jul. 07, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

48. Hey! Anyone going on the European Highlights on August 4th?

    Explorer1105561 posted on Jul. 06, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

49. This list in great! Usually I just “wing it”, but I always end up leaving something at home :p. This nice thing about traveling in Europe is if you forget something and/or the airline loses your luggage, there is always a store where you can buy what you need :)

    Emily posted on Jul. 02, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

50. anyone going on italian espresso july 18-26?

    Explorer1105172 posted on Jun. 30, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

51. just a reply to Catalina Islander yeah i am booked on that tour too were are you all from i am from aus (perth)

    dale(girl) posted on Jun. 30, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

52. Hi
    This is a reply to Hannah’s message – I am also going to be on the 2nd September European camping trip, will my first big trip all on my own, so exciting and scary all at the same time! Would love to hear from you before we go, my email is stacey.orton@gmail.com if you want to drop me a line :)

    Explorer1104963 posted on Jun. 29, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

53. Hey, im 18 from Aus, im going on the ultimate european leaving august 24. im going by myself, with a few days in london before! anyone else going on the tour!!!!!!

    53 days!!! woo!!!

    Explorer1090848 posted on Jun. 29, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

54. Anyone going on the 32 day camping trip that leaves on the 2nd of sep from london???

    Hannah

    HanFan posted on Jun. 28, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

55. Hey, 22 yr old from BC. Anyone going on the Europe Experience on July 16th?

    Explorer1102270 posted on Jun. 27, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

56. Myself and 2 friends all 3 NZ chicks 27-28 are all doing the 46 day camping round Europe leaving 23rd July….is there anyone who is also doing this tour?? :)

    KiwiGirl posted on Jun. 26, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

57. Hey everyone, I’m doing the European Encounter departing on Sept 14th, is anyone else doing it, would be cool to chat!!! Leah

    Leah posted on Jun. 26, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

58. Hey guys this is Scotti here, i’m heading off on the Euro Discovery tour on the 12th july. i’m keen to get in touch with others travelling at the same time to the same place.If you are let me know…

    Scotti posted on Jun. 25, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

59. I’m a 24 year old girl from Alberta. Is anyone else going on the European Encounters tour starting on July 18th? If so message me!

    Melissa posted on Jun. 24, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

60. hey im a 24 male from Aus goin on the ultimate european experiance leavin Aug 27. Im goin on my own and have a couple of days in London before hand anyone else doin this tour

    Matt posted on Jun. 24, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

61. I’m a 22 year old girl from Toronto. Is anyone else going on the European Horizons tour starting on August 28? If so message me!

    Explorer1104442 posted on Jun. 24, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

62. I am 27 year old female from Boston. I’m going on the Med Highlights starting in Rome on July 6. Anyone else going? If you have gone on this tour do you have any suggestions about things to do?

    Debi posted on Jun. 23, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

63. Hey everyone im a west aussie boy (20yrs) just wondering if anyone is going on the european contrasts tour leaving on the 6th of august from london. good to meet some ppl b4 hand cheers

    Explorer1104197 posted on Jun. 22, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

64. Hi!

    My name is Larissa. I am booked for the Spanish Spree tour July 12th. I will be arriving alone at Barcelona early in the morning on July 13th. For those going on this tour do you want to share a taxi as I heard they are expensive.

    Explorer1104134 posted on Jun. 21, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

65. Hi my name is Cassidy.I am waitlisted for the London to Athens tour from August 24 to September 15. I am interested
    to find out if anyone from Canada is going,in particular
    from Calgary.

    Explorer1104117 posted on Jun. 21, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

66. Hello, I’ll be going on the european contrast tour on the 16th of July with 4 of my friends…anyone else going on that day.

    Catalina Islander posted on Jun. 21, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

67. hey, im going on the european whirl leaving london july 24th. im going alone and was wondering who else is going?

    kassy posted on Jun. 21, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

68. Me and my friend is going on the London/Paris tour on 30th june, anyone else coming?

    maibuzz posted on Jun. 21, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

69. Anyone doing the Europe Discovery Tour, starting on the 16th August???
    Would love to chat before the tour begins….

    Hayley posted on Jun. 20, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

70. Yo, is anyone going on the european whirl starting july 12? i would love to talk to the ppl going before hand

    Explorer1103976 posted on Jun. 20, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

71. Hi, I’m going to be going on the Egypt & the Nile tour on Sep 19 as well as the Oktoberfest Munich 5 Days on Sep 28th… Anyone elso on those trips?

    Angela posted on Jun. 18, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

72. Hi,

    Explorer1103787 posted on Jun. 18, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

73. Hey, I’m doing the European Explorer starting July 11th on my own…anyone else?

    Explorer1103679 posted on Jun. 17, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

74. i am going on the European Contrasts tour on the 15th july i am doing it alone just wanna know if there are any other girls going solo

    dale(girl) posted on Jun. 16, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

75. Is anyone going to the EUROPEN EXPLORER plus greek island crusing on the 29th June 2008? I’m going alone, and wondering if i can make any friends prior meeting date.

    Thanks
    Ashleigh

    Bella Ashleigh posted on Jun. 16, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

76. HI, My friend and I are going on our very first trip to Europe.. We are going to do the London, Paris + amsterdam on sept. 12.. Just wondering if there are any other newfies or canadians going at this time.. if so lets us know…!!!!! Wooo we cant wait.. yahoo id is ang_f60

    Explorer1103425 posted on Jun. 15, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

77. Hi There! I am taking the Simply Italy Tour in the Beginning of July by myself. Is there anyway out there going on this tour?
    Lisa from San Francisco

    Lisa posted on Jun. 11, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

78. Hey, me and a friend are going on the European Highlights on the 16th July 2008, Is anyone else going on this date?

    Lauren_Miranda posted on Jun. 11, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

79. My boyfriend and I are going on the Italian Espresso and Aegean Classic in July 2008, Our Italian Espresso tour begins on 5/7 and our Aegean Classic is straight after on 13/7, looking forward to meeting a whole lot of new friends! Anyone else going on these tours?

    lgrandja posted on Jun. 06, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

80. I’m doing the London to Athens followed by a cruise of the Greek Islands this week! Can’t wait, anyone else going?! Let’s have a blast!!!

    MarcusFromCalifornia posted on Jun. 02, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

81. Me, my little sister and my husband are doing the European Magic Tour 2 July to 10 July, it’s our first one and we’d love to hear from other people on the same tour.

    Lisa_29 posted on May. 30, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

82. I’m going on the European Magic starting July 19th….Anyone else going?

    MillerTimej9 posted on May. 29, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

83. HI

    I’m going on my first contiki tour starting July 19 to London/Paris.

    Is anyone else going on thi?

    Explorer1101507 posted on May. 29, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

84. My friend and I are doing the Med Highlights starting August 15th, then the Rome to Athens starting August 26th, then the Greek Island hopping starting September 4th.

    Anyone else going on these? Can’t wait!!!!

    LindsSoCal posted on May. 28, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

85. My boyfriend and I are going on the European Horizon tour in September 2008, looking forward to meeting a whole lot of new friends! Anyone else going?

    Chillibg posted on May. 26, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

86. Hi, I am travelling alone on the European Escapade departing london on 25th June? Is anyone else booked on this?

    Vickys posted on May. 21, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

87. Hey all im 24 from Sydney and going on my frist contiki tour from Amsterdam to Barcelona from the 18th july to the 28 july, and im doing it solo. anyone care to join me? i plan on to have lots of fun

    skip posted on May. 20, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

88. Hey myself and 3 other friends are doing the European Highlights tour departing on the 14th of June, is anyone else doing this tour?

    Explorer1100041 posted on May. 16, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

89. Hey,
    My boyfriend and I are leaving Aus on the 10th of June and doing the Horizons, concept 14 day tour leaving on the 18th of June, anyone else with us? We’re also doing a few dance/music festivals while we’re over there too :)

    Natal_t85 posted on May. 15, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

90. hi im a sunny coast qld girl leaving on the european highlights tour on the 6th of august and im going solo!! just wondering if anyone else on here is on the same tour cuz i would luv to make some new friends!!

    Explorer1099868 posted on May. 14, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

91. Hey, I’m doing the 21 day camping tour on the 4th of June, anyone else?

    Explorer1099827 posted on May. 14, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

92. hey… Im doing the 46 day camping tour through Europe on the 10th June. Any 1 else? got any info on visas?

    Explorer1096251 posted on May. 13, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

93. Hey!
    I’m interested in booking a tour for this summer, but I’d be doing it alllll on my own! Do a majority of the people on Contiki Tours travel solo?

    Explorer1099671 posted on May. 12, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

94. hi there, my boyfriend and myself are leaving Australia on the 26th May to join the 5 day tour of London. We are also staying at The Royal National Hotel!

    Explorer1099183 posted on May. 08, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

95. Hi everyone,

    I am also travelling alone for the first time and im quite nervous. I will be using the royal national hotel any other girls doing the 5 day tour in london. Oh is ther anyone leaving from montreal may 26 or dates naer that to uk. IF so let me know as soon as possible. Lisa email me at t_tt_ttt@live.com and i shall respond.

    Explorer1098986 posted on May. 06, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

96. Hey everybody.
    Im 13! and already saving up for an exceptionally great tour around Europe. Im going with my best friend Rikki. We cant wait till our 18th birthdays. We spent all night till 3 in the morning making plans to save up money and how were going to do it. We have organised how much spending money we will need and we have converted it into euro. we are SO excited. Also my parents rekon its a GREAT! idea. Well if theres anyone out there in my situation i would love to have a chat and maybe if we get to know each other and meet up in Europe in 2013, :).
    Morgan
    x

    Explorer1097831 posted on Apr. 25, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

97. I’ve added in some Egypt-specific packing info and linked to it from the top of this page…you don’t have to cover up in Egypt if you don’t want to, it’s considered a little culturally insensitive if you run around in mini-skirts and mid-rifts though. Long, light, airy clothes like long skirts, sarongs, capri’s etc that cover at least your knees are a good start….see the packing list for more info as well as some pics of people on tour in Egypt.

    mattyvcontiki posted on Apr. 21, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

98. Going to Eygpt in May. Any recommendations on what to bring? How much do you need to cover up as a female in the cities?
    Gemma

    Gemma posted on Apr. 21, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

99. Ya, check out http://contiki.com/contikipedia/articles/how-much-spending-money-should-i-bring-europe for a better idea…

    mattyvcontiki posted on Apr. 11, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

100. I want to echo the question the last person asked because it’s a really good question. How much (range) money should you bring on 2,3,4 week tours?

     Explorer posted on Apr. 11, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

101. hey,
     i know that its really up to the person but can anyone sugesst a good price range of spending money to take?

     Explorer1090995 posted on Apr. 01, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

102. Hey PPL….im 18 and going on to Europe in December 2008…as a loner but hoping to meet some exceptional people! This will be my first ever time on a plane…and my first ever holiday so i’m totally looking forward to it…but question…HOW MANY OF YOU PEOPLE ARE ACTUALLY GOING and is it a good idea to be going on my own…or is it better to bring a friend?

     Explorer1094780 posted on Mar. 29, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

103. This is a reply to what AllieGenius wrote about Contiki being one long party, with no real culture.

     I just wanted to say that with Contiki you get to choose the amount of cultural experiences you want, and if all you want to do is party, then you can do that too. With loads of free time, and optional excursions, you get to do it all.

     On my European Highlights tour, I did all the touristy things I wanted to, but some of my most memorable moments were just hanging with locals having a beer, or great meal, and swapping stories.

     morgan posted on Mar. 28, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

104. Hey!
     My name is Louise (20yrs) im heading off on the European experience on july 24 with my brother tim (19 yrs)
     Who eles is joining us for a good time?

     Louise posted on Mar. 25, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

105. hey.

     my girlfriend and i are just starting to save some money for the Europe 32 day trip, as an exciting adventure in between our uni semesters.

     does any one have any tips or any ideas to throw at us. we are planning to go in 2010 so we have enough money to have the best time we can?

     anywayz, i cant wait to go ive only been out of queensland once!!!

     cheers,

     adam

     Aussie Adam posted on Mar. 18, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

106. Hi, Ive booked to go on the European Escapade departing London on the 24th of April, what’s the weather like around Europe then?? Trying to figure out what to pack Winter or Summer gears>>>

     Nicson posted on Mar. 09, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

107. I am going on the Ultimate European tour in March- any additional suggestions for things needed (or not needed)? Do i really need to pack toliet paper? What about the overnight bag?

     Britany posted on Feb. 18, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

108. as someone else said in another one of the threads on this site, take what you have packed and then divide it by two. The less you have to carry the better off you are. Hell, i moved to live in England with one rucksack!

     BTW, watch out for the pickpockets at the major tourist traps in France – some of them are unbelievably good!

     Convict posted on Jan. 20, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

109. jeez-louise! – i would never EVER have thought to pack that light… i must say a tad relieved!

     *Jess1989* posted on Jan. 15, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

110. thank you thank you! a little worried about overpacking =) this all helps alot, as I’ve never been to Europe before and need all the help I can get. =)

     lady_o posted on Jan. 12, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

111. When I went to Europe this past summer I had trash bag, the bigger ones, and used them to separate my dirty clothes from my clean clothes in my suitcase and I would also suggest putting some Febreze in a small spray bottle to keep your clothes smelling fresh.

     Explorer1085743 posted on Jan. 12, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

112. the only thing i would have to say to bring that isn’t on the list is sunscreen and locks to lock up your bags while traveling.

     taz posted on Jan. 07, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

113. Allie, it depends on which tour you go on. When I went to Egypt, the people were mid 20’s to 35. I think it’s because of the nature of the tour. However, from what I’ve experienced, going in the summer and doing the ton of countries at once with the long trips tend to be just out of high school kids (younger set).
     As far as one big long party – to each their own. Some of the people stay up all night partying. Others of us are more tempered, came for the culture of the day time – and chose to get some sleep to be ready for the events planned on the tour.

     phoenix-rose posted on Jan. 06, 2008 Flag as Inappropriate

114. I was curious… Someone I know went with contiki recently and said it was just one big long party with not much culture involved… is that true?

     AllieGenius posted on Dec. 28, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

115. I took a quick dry towel, it did dry quick (less of an issue with smelling), but it doesn’t absorb as much water as a regular towel. If you’re picky about a towel, bring an old thin one from home and throw it out at the end of the tour.

     cdm115 posted on Dec. 19, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

116. i’m going next summer and this is extremely helpful.. especially since i’ve never traveled before!

     SamhainChylde posted on Dec. 12, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

117. This is very helpful, since I am traveking in the summer. thanx

     marhaisa posted on Dec. 04, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

118. Yeah, good call. Although I would say no to the suit/blazer/tie idea. Nice pair of pants and a shirt are more then enough. A nice suit might get ruined. The nights you dress up a little tend to be the nights you’ll get drunker then usual.

     Travel_Guy83 posted on Nov. 29, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

119. If you are doing a time out tour (staying in hotels), a travel iron/hairdryer will come in handy as many european hotels do not provide these facilities.

     Vicki - Contiki Staff, Europe posted on Nov. 25, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate

120. haha im the first this has really come in handy im going in summer next year so this is really helpful thank you!

     TrueBlue posted on Nov. 17, 2007 Flag as Inappropriate