I am embarking on my study abroad journey at the end of May and my excitement is through the roof. In fact, I am already making my packing list. I chatted with some of my friends who have already studied abroad and they gave me some advice on what I must bring. But of course, I wouldn’t be me if I didn’t alter that advice to fit my personal preferences. Â
Passport Holder Wallet Â
I am the type of person who always needs all my ducks in a row. Because I will be in another country and traveling as much as possible, I can’t have too many things on me at once. I don’t want to lose these important items — my passport, cards, and any further identification I may need. I found a green wallet on Amazon for less than $10 that will fit in my purse or bag. Keeping myself organized when traveling is one of my top priorities because I don’t want to lose my passport in a different country.Â
Amazon Weekender Bag (Dupe)Â Â
Friends of mine who have gone abroad told me that they travel somewhere new almost every weekend. Most of the time, they fly or take a train, so having luggage is not ideal. Having a duffle bag with lots of room and compartments for toiletries and shoes that goes over your shoulder for a weekend trip away is essential. The Weekender Bag by Beis is not at all in my price range. Luckily for me, Amazon has a dupe! The Beis Weekender Bag is $108 on their website and on Amazon for $40. Â
Long Skirts Â
The long-skirt renaissance is upon us. More importantly, they are cute and comfy. You can dress down a long skirt or dress it up. Last summer, I went on Instagram and it seemed like everyone was in Italy or Spain posing in a vineyard with the cutest fits on. I would see long skirts and long dresses all whilst wishing that was me. I came up with the idea that long skirts can be multi-purposeful. After many thrifting trips to find most of my abroad wardrobe, I tried on this skirt that was too long for me but was so cute that I couldn’t leave the shop without it. Think strapless dress. I tried it on as a dress and it worked! My whole concept is a plain black skirt with your choice of color tee or tank by day, then a mid-length strapless dress with heels (or if you’re like me, air force ones always) by night. Â
Summer cannot come quickly enough! I am so eager for all the new places I will see, along with all the new experiences and memories I will make. I can’t wait to embrace all the new cultures and learn new things. These essentials are ways I am going to decrease the stress from my life and stay organized in new places. Being able to be spontaneous and pick up and go on a new adventure at the drop of a hat is what I am looking forward to the most. Â
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