I'm going, with a youth group, on a two week trip to New Orleans in a few days. I have no idea how much to pack. We will be volunteering during the day, then sightseeing during the night. Should I bring enough clothes for one week and do the laundry, or enough for two weeks?(remember, I need workout clothes, volunteer clothes, hanging around clothes, and dinner clothes for every day) Also, is there a good chance my suitcase will get lost? Because most of my clothes are designer and expensive, so I wouldn't want to lose them!
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Thank you for volunteering! Pack one week of clothes. Choose things that mix & match and that can be hand-washed if necessary. There will be a sink/bathroom if machines aren't available. Use shampoo + conditioner if you don't have regular laundry detergent. New Orleans is hot and humid during summer. Wear lightweight, light-color, all-cotton clothing and try to take it easy in the afternoons. A hat that gives sun protection but allows your head to "breathe" and sunglasses are important. Shorts are good, as are comfortable walking shoes. Take insect repellent with Deet. You shouldn't need it unless you will be outside the city in undeveloped areas (such as visiting a swamp), but having it just-in-case is a really good idea. Check with the group organizer about clothing to wear while you are "volunteering". They may have requirements, such as long trousers + closed-toe shoes. Most restaurants in New Orleans are very casual, especially in summer. You will be OK with the equivalent of a polo shirt & khaki trousers everywhere for supper except at the famous restaurants (Antoine's, Commanders Palace, etc.). Note that everywhere is air-conditioned, and many restaurants are VERY sir-conditioned. Bags are very rarely lost. Use a regular suitcase that is in good condition and keep it to 50 pounds or less. Do something to your bag to make it more distinctive, such as tying a colored ribbon to the handle (there are millions of black suitcases). Tag all of your bags (inside and outside) with your name, e-mail address (but not your home address) and a complete phone number someone will answer. The free tags from the check-in counter are fine. If you are going to your home airport on your own, get there 2 full hours before your flight is scheduled to depart. Really. Also pack one complete chaneg of clothes + basic toiletries in your carry-on. There are some restrictions: http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/prohibited/permitted-prohibited-items.shtm Hope you have a good trip!
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