My husband and I just got back from traveling around South America for 6 months. We found there were a few things that we are so glad we brought, and I figured I'd share those things with you guys in hopes it helps your next travel adventure go a little more smoothly!
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25 Things You Should Bring to South America
1. Cell Phone: messaging, games, internet...a necessity
2. Tablet: More messaging, games, and Netflix!
3. Headphones: Netflix in dorms, face-time in airports...must have
4 + 5. Eye-mask and Ear Plugs: Bring on the sleep!
6. Sunglasses: It's gonna be sunny, be prepared.
7. Hand Sanitizer: No soap? No problem!
8. Sunscreen: To burn or not to burn? That is the question.
9. Lip Balm: with sunscreen, no more burns or dry lips!
10. Bug Spray! I had 3 bottles of bug spray...and still ran out
11. After Bite: You know it's gonna happen...
12. Meds: Advil, Pepto Bismol, Benadryl, Tylenol, Halls, bring it all!
13. Sewing Kit: So glad I brought this! I used it at least 6 times!
14. Mini Scissors/Swiss Army Knife: To go with the sewing kit..etc
15. Waterproof bags: So useful! Phones, camera, spare clothes..etc
15. Binoculars: For the bird-nerd in all of us!
16. Headlamp: Night tours and jungle adventuring must-have
17. Quick Dry Travel Towel: Compact + fast drying!
18. Hiking Boots: Going into the jungle? Bring boots.
19. Rain boots: Going deep into the rain forest? Bring rubber boots.
20. Long Sleeve Shirt: Protection from biting insects + sun
21. Long Baggy Pants: Protection from bugs, plants, and sun.
22. Long socks: insects....you need all the protection you can get
23. Running shoes: Walking around town, spare shoes
24. Sandals: beach, showers, casual walking in cities
25. Camera: for capturing memories! Or use your phone
