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Post by randibeth on Feb 26, 2006 18:05:56 GMT -5
I already have a pack. It has 2250 cubic inches. But how many liters is that and is that enough for a month or so? I am a light packer. For 3 months I can pack all I need for church clothes, summer clothes, and clothes to go out for special nights all in a medium to large duffle bag with all my toiletries and blow drier and flat iron and other things that any teenager would bring with them...
Hope someone can answer my question.
Randi
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Post by me on Feb 26, 2006 18:57:28 GMT -5
Randi, electrical stuff may be a problem. there is a difference in what comes out of an electrical socket in US vs. Europe: 110v, 60cyc. in europe they use 220v, 50cyc. the plugs themselves are different, as well. can you live without electrical stuff? blow drier and flat iron and other |
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Post by Eagle on Feb 26, 2006 19:16:01 GMT -5
randi, 2250 cubic inches? I believe that's less than 40 liters, more of a "large Daypack" size? You must be an incredibly efficient packer! You'll have to decide whether it will be big enough. Try out a "test" by packing it with all the kit you'll be taking for your one month trip. If your gear fits, then the pack is big enough. I suspect you're going to find that it's too small.
As David mentioned, you might have a problem with the electrics. I'll wait to see your reply to his questions before commenting further.
Cheers!!!
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Post by randibeth on Feb 27, 2006 12:34:01 GMT -5
David,
I am not traveling with any electrical except for my travel phone charger. I was mentioning that because that is everything that I pack for 3 months. I was giving everyone something they could base on how much I pack for a 3 month trip in a medium duffel bag.
Eagle,
Thanks. That is a great idea. I think I will try that too see if it is just right for me.
About the electrics, my phone charger says 100-240V - 50/60Hz 150-100mA.
1. What does that tell me?
2. Will I need a voltage converter?
3. And if so, could you recommend the best in your own opinion?
Randi
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Post by me on Feb 27, 2006 12:43:07 GMT -5
About the electrics, my phone charger says 100-240V - 50/60Hz 150-100mA. that seems to be the right charger, but you'll still need a plug adapter, unless it comes with a plug that fits European plugs. also, watch out on cell phone charges! they can eat you alive. [make sure it's a GSM phone!] Ken knows this stuff much better than i. |
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Post by randibeth on Feb 27, 2006 13:47:45 GMT -5
David,
Yea it's a GSM phone and I am gonna call my company to activate International Roaming charges and it will be less than if i went w/o calling them first.
Thanks. I knew i needed to buy an adapter. I am planning on going to Italy, France, Germany, Austria, and Maybe Switzerland (havent made uo my mind yet about all of these but I wont add any more countries). Would I need 5 different adapters or do some use the same plugs?
Randi
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Post by Eagle on Feb 27, 2006 14:00:43 GMT -5
randi, As David mentioned, the Cell Phone Charger you have should work just fine in Europe, as it's a "world charger". With respect to the Plug Adapters, you should be fine with just the two round pin "Euro" Adapter (I normally carry two Euro Adapters and two UK Adapters, so that I can charge more than one device at a time; I also keep them in separate places in case one gets lost / stolen).
However, one thing I'm wondering about. Although you have a GSM Phone, whether it will work in Europe will depend on which model phone you're using, and whether it has the necessary frequency bands! It's great that you'll be calling your cell carrier to activate international roaming, as that's necessary if you're going to be travelling. Which cell company are you with?
Make sure you check with your cell carrier to determine the charges for using your phone in Europe. They will probably be much the same in all the countries you plan on visiting this trip (some countries, especially eastern Europe can be VERY expensive). The rate for "outgoing calls in country" will probably be about half the cost of "incoming calls".
BTW, what's the verdict on your Pack? Will it be large enough for your trip?
Cheers!!!
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Post by me on Feb 27, 2006 14:47:16 GMT -5
all those places use the same kind of plug. UK is the odd place. all the other places i've been in Europe, even Hungary, use the standard euro-plug. I am planning on going to Italy, France, Germany, Austria, and Maybe Switzerland Would I need 5 different adapters or do some use the same plugs? |
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Post by randibeth on Feb 27, 2006 16:17:39 GMT -5
Eagle,
My cell is through Cingular. I have an LG C1300 but I dont know how to tell if it is within the frequency bands. How do I know what my phone runs on?
David,
Thanks about the plug adapters. That was all very helpful.
And about my pack, I havent done a "trial" pack but I think it will wokr out and still have room left over. I am a very light packer for a girl.
Randi
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Post by Eagle on Feb 27, 2006 21:02:33 GMT -5
Randi, sorry to be the "bearer of bad news", but it appears your phone won't work in Europe, as it's only a dual-band having the two North American frequencies. I believe www.phonescoop.com/phones/phone.php?p=485 this is your Phone? If you still intend to take a phone with you, I would suggest talking to your local Cingular rep. and seeing if you can do a "hardware upgrade" (a common practise with cell carriers, I believe). You are ideally looking for a quad-band phone, such as the Motorola V-551. If it's an upgrade and you won't be making any change to your contract, then they hopefully will be able to accomodate you. I would have to do some checking to find out if LG has an tri-band or quad-band models. Good luck!!!
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Post by commie on Feb 28, 2006 15:37:23 GMT -5
About the electrics, my phone charger says 100-240V - 50/60Hz 150-100mA. its 230V/50Hz now in europe - it was 220V 10 or 20 years ago. your cellphone charger can handle it, but you kill your blow drier and flat iron @ 230V. are you serios about the blow drier and flat iron? i have seen travellers with 4 suitcases and 5 pairs of shoes, but not with flat irons yet... |
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Post by randibeth on Feb 28, 2006 15:46:16 GMT -5
Eagle,Yes that is my phone. I might be able to borrow my best friends and he can keep mine for the trip all we have to do is change SIM cards. I will see if his will work over there. If not IDK what I am going to do about that.
Commie, No I am not taking the blow drier and flat iron. I mentioned it to give people an estimate of what all I can pack for a 3 month trip in a medium to large duffle bag. I can live without all of that kinda of stuff.
Thanks.
Randi
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Post by me on Feb 28, 2006 16:54:00 GMT -5
it seems odd that they would change the electric current coming out of plugs. is it like that all over Europe? also, does anyone know what prompted this change? [it's been a while since i studied in Germany, the only time i paid attention.] its 230V/50Hz now in europe - it was 220V 10 or 20 years ago. |
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Post by randibeth on Feb 28, 2006 17:47:07 GMT -5
About my pack, 2400 cubic inches is the same as a 40L so my pack is a little smaller than a 40L and a 50L is 3000 cubic inches. Just thought everyone should now. And I will be able to pack all that I need with extra room.
Randi
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Post by commie on Mar 1, 2006 8:55:20 GMT -5
i have to much time, so i checked a few devices and the counter and took this picture:  it was 220v, but im not sure which year they changed to 230v - maybe it was just a typo at the power plant blueprints all the time or maybe they just lost 10v because of corruption somewhere between power plant and customer, and some guys sold the missing 10v private to make some extra cash  however, you can transport more energy at the same cables if you use a higher voltage. |
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