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A trip to Italy is always a cause for excitement, but it can also be a bit confusing when it comes down to the best items to actually pack in your suitcase \u2013 after all, you don\u2019t know what you\u2019ll be able to buy in the stores in Italy, especially if you have a favorite brand. But that need for everything is coupled with a very realistic limit on how much you can bring with you on the plane and along the road. A Hanging Toiletry Bag and Washcloth<\/strong> \u2013 The counters in most hotels in Italy are small and complementary items are smaller. If you\u2019re one for toiletries and cosmetics, having a hanging bag that can fasten onto the hook over the door or the door knob lets you stay organized and efficient with your toiletries. Be sure to pack your own washcloth or mesh sponge as well since most European hotels don\u2019t provide washcloths. A trip to Italy is always a cause for excitement, but it can also be a bit confusing when it comes down to the best items to actually pack in your suitcase \u2013 after all, you don\u2019t know what you\u2019ll be able to buy in the stores in Italy, especially if you have a favorite […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rop_custom_images_group":[],"rop_custom_messages_group":[],"rop_publish_now":"initial","rop_publish_now_accounts":[],"rop_publish_now_history":[],"rop_publish_now_status":"pending","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[1009,1007,1008,1010],"class_list":["post-1699","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-italy","tag-italy-packing-tips","tag-packing-for-italy","tag-packing-italy","tag-tips-for-italy-packing"],"yoast_head":"\n
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\nA Money Belt <\/strong>\u2013 Unfortunately, pick-pockets are a big problem in many areas of large European cities. Ladies, consider leaving purses at home or putting just a minimal amount of cash in your purse and keeping all important documents including your passport and airline tickets and your credit and debit cards on your person in a lightweight, beige moneybelt. Wear the belt everyday and keep it closed and safe under your clothing to enjoy the peace of mind while you travel.<\/p>\n
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\nA Clothesline <\/strong>\u2013 A small clothesline that you can tie across the end of your hotel room while you sleep will let you rinse out clothing that gets wet or hand wash items such as underwear and socks as necessary. There are times of the year that you can expect to get a bit wet with seasonal showers in Italy, and having somewhere to dry clothes completely before putting them back into your suitcase will make the experience more comfortable for everyone.
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\nA Daypack or Travel Bag<\/strong> \u2013 You don\u2019t want to lug everything with you every day, but you want to have an easy way to carry items you pick up and things like a sweater, water bottle and camera while you visit sights during the day. Consider a backpack or a travel bag that fits across your body like a messenger bag. One that can be yanked of your arm or that you have to hold all day isn\u2019t as good as one that is easy to wear and always available to hold a new brochure or souvenir.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"