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A mini packaged plastic rain slicker ($.99 - pitch it after you wear it!)
Band Aid healing blister pads, a mini eyeglass repair kit - better than taping your glasses.
A small flashlight with extra batteries, some compact binoculars (helpful when viewing the Sistine Chapel), a cheap magnifying glass (some of the print on maps is miniscule, especially for older eyes), a small compass. (Ours could be attached to a key ring, and also had a tiny thermometer - $2.99 at K-Mart. Invaluable for navigating.)
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Bring a rolling suitcase. I know, it's not really backpacking if you don't bring a backpack, but you don't need it for city travel, at least not Rome, and it will be much easier on your back and more comfortable.
If you don't want to stand out as a tourist, be prepared by bringing your nicest clothes. Romans wear stilettos to the grocery store and fix their hair to take a walk down the street. Especially the young people, they all look as if they've dropped off the cover of next month's Vogue. Good luck keeping up.
Bring disposable cameras! I only brought my really good camera and I did not want to bring it out at night, but oh the fun I never captured! Good thing my travel companion had brought a couple with her! Leave a Comment
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Sunglasses! (The Roman sun can get very bright. Also, there's a lot of dust flying around in the air and you can use them to save your eyes)
I can't emphasize good shoes enough (no stilletos, please!) The cobblestones are the worst I've ever seen! And to get to the really cute shops, you need to check out the smaller alleyways, which are filled with the bumpiest and rockiest cobblestones ever!
Many European hotels and B&Bs do not carry wash cloths, so bring your own.
Also, if you're staying in a B&B where you have to share a bathroom (in the hallway or between rooms) which is common in several European B&Bs, bring flip flops to wear in the shower! You don't know what's been down there!
If you bring a digital camera, don't forget you might need an electrical transformer for the battery charger. If you use disposable batteries, make sure you bring some. European stores don't carry all types of digital camera batteries and you may have a difficult time locating a store that has it. Leave a Comment
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For our 7-month-old, we brought with us a Snugli carrier, seen here, and a Sit-n-Stroll stroller/carseat. We got more mileage out of the Snugli because you cannot go very far with a baby in a stroller in a city with unexpected staircases, ruins, cobblestones, etc. The stroller was helpful in the airports and taxis, but the Snugli was a must-have for sightseeing. Leave a Comment
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Unless you are planning to cut your own hair or are married to a barber/stylist, you should check out this place, and its barber Antonio Burdino. First, the he is a famous, white-haired gentleman that was on the front of a Roman magazine that was at most of the monuments I saw. Second, it is the coolest haircut I have ever recieved. I have my hair short, always. He uses no clippers, just his very sharp and pointy scissors clipping at a rate that you think not possible and he gets it just as short and straight as any clipper. I was so impressed by his skills, well, that I had to write a tip on it!
Take my word for it, if you need a haircut, GO HERE!!
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Anything's fine really! Up to you! Depends on how you like to travel.
Me? I had my faithful hardcase suitcase! I love that suitcase -- it's purple and I've got stickers on it! :)
Utmost necessity -- A very very good pair of walking shoes. I brought a pair of TEVA sandals, but these did not provide enough support. Also, a pair of flat shoes which provided NO SUPPORT! The horrible consequence?
I couldn't walk when I got back! Really! I had injured my feet soooo bad that it was painful standing!
Rome has cobbled streets, so it's vital to wear walking shoes with support!
Other than that, light clothing is alright as summer gets really hot and all you need is a good windbreaker and a light sweatshirt for layering if it gets cold... quite unlikely though... but just in case!
The usual recommendations -- plasters, lip balm and medication for a queasy stomach.
Now, Rome is sooo beautiful you'd want to take lots of photos (so is the rest of Italy!), so -- bring your own film!
It's really expensive buying film over there.
Add 5 more rolls to what you initially planned to bring! :) That should be a good estimate! Really!
Eat gelato, you can drink from the water fountains -- so bring your own bottle for free water refills, and drink lots of wine! :) Leave a Comment
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Good luggage with wheels for the cobblestone. And extra compact bag for bringing home souveniers.
Shoes! Good Shoes. There is lots of cobblestone in Rome. Fabulous scarf for those chilly nights. Pay attention to how the locals wear them. So chic.
Sunscreen, Hat
Good camera batteries and film. So much cheaper and easier to find at home.
Washcloth. The hotels in Italy don't have them. In fact they only have one large bath towel then several hand towels that are made out of the same type of cloth that I would compare to cloth napkins. This was the case for the three hotels where we stayed in Italy. Also, bring a good language guide. Leave a Comment
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I would travel very light in Rome but that doesn't mean forgetting the essentials. The essentials (from my perspective) are one suitcase to carry everything that you will need for your stay. One bag for throwing over your shoulder on a daily basis.......i.e. for your important papers, money, camera, medication etc. And I would have enough money to purchase another bag big enough to hold all of my 'wanna take that home with me' stuff.
For summer, I would only bring my best and most comfortable walking shoes, a pair of dressy go passagiatta shoes (or better buy a pair there), mix and match really light clothing plus a light woolen jacket or jumper and an all weather jacket. A wide brimmed hat.
30+ sun screen -- but you can buy everything you need there anyway. Your medication and scripts.
Your best camera, extra lens and tripod although you may be stopped from using that at times.
30+, squeaky record, wide brimmed hat, all weather jacket (with hood), a decent pair of swimming attire............they might be skimpy in Italy, but people do wear them.
Look, I always find it useful to have a little sew kit and safety pins. The safety pins on occasion have gotten me out of some embarrassing situations actually. Leave a Comment
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cases on wheels for the long trek down Termini station to the exit
Really comfy shoes are needed for all the walking around the historical sights.
Take an empty bottle with you - there are so many water fountains around where you can refill with ice cold water.
Sun block......even in March the sun is strong and can burn!!
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A big bag because you will back home with new cloth, souvenirs, books, paints, etc................
Good shoes if is possible trainers, very confortable clothe to be walking all whole day.
Pills if you are suffering for headache or medicine for general illness.
First thing on your hand luggage a camera, and if it is a digital one, get all many cards believe me you will not stop taking photos. Leave a Comment
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