Advice

I've been soliciting advice for the trip from both former ASG and ABC fellows (names in bold), and from some of my other well-traveled friends. Here's what everyone has to say:



1. Bring less clothing than you think you need-Bill.

2. Prepare a few slides about Omaha...the hosts are curious about where you come from-Ross.

(Done..and it was a lot of fun to prepare).

3. Bring less clothing than you think you need-Steve.

4. Use packing cubes- Peggy.










(I had never heard of these before Peg mentioned them, but I bought some, and used them on my recent trip to New Orleans...love them!)





5. Bring less clothing than you think you need-Ross.


6. Be careful about your cell plan...make sure you understand how much the minutes are costing-Bob. (I bought a prepaid phone and am also learning to Skype).


7. If someone asks you what you want to do, ask for free time-Steve.


8. Bring small Nebraska themed gifts for your hosts- Jill. (I never would have thought of this...I'm working on it, but I don't want to carry anything that will take up too much space).


9. Bring less clothing than you think you need-Bob.


10. You can get laundry done, but it might be easier just to throw your underwear out and buy new-Ross. (Interesting theory).


11. Bring only one pair of shoes-Paul. (This is Paul's strategy for all travel).


12. If someone asks what you want to do, ask for free time-Ross.


Have you noticed a theme? I think I'll be able to pare my wardrobe down pretty efficiently (I have a plan involving all black and white pieces), but anyone who knows me will realize that only one pair of shoes is simply out of the question.