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2 WEEK HOLIDAY - WHAT TO PACK?
If you are staying in Gambia for just a couple of weeks along the beach
hotel resorts of Kololi,
Kotu, Bijilo, Brufut etc. then there
are a few suggested travel accessories, medications and items
not to forget to pack before you board your flight to Banjul. Not everyone's
packing list will be the same, as it depends on how long you are staying
and where you are staying. If you run out, or forget anything, most
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Travel Accessories / Holiday Supplies: Anti-deep
vein thrombosis flight socks Bodycare
and hygiene products,
especially baby powder for heat rash Boots for
bush treks and safaris and denims
or thick trousers Combination
luggage padlocks Contact
lens solution
Contraceptives
Cover-ups
/ sarong Earplugs
Electronic
gadgets Finance:
credit / debit cards, traveler's cheques
& money Flashlight
(compact) Hand sanitizer
or antibacterial wipes Hat with
broad brim Insect
and mosquito repellent Lip balm
Lightweight
woollen
jumper / jacket (December to February) Medications:
Analgesic painkillers, anti-inflammatory tablets, antihistamine for
insect bites & stings, travelers' diarrhea treatment, prescriptions,
metoclopramide or prochlorperazine for vomiting & nausea. Neck wallet,
waist bag or money belt Needles
and thread Phone book
with essential numbers in case of loss of mobile phone Photo ID
/ Drivers' license Plastic
bags for waterproofing, dust covering & dirty clothes Power adapter
and/or converter Short sleeve
shirts, shorts, swimwear Slippers
/ flip flops Small backpack
or cloth bag Small first
aid kit Smartphone
with camera Some sunblock
clothing for the beach Surge protector
socket strip Waterproof
sunscreen lotion or spray with minimum spf 30 Women's
sanitary products Travel
documents: air ticket, passport, boarding pass • Travel insurance policy papers UV sunglasses
Wear
bulky
jackets & other clothing when going to your departure airport.  |
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LONG-TERM STAY / RURAL LOCATIONS - WHAT TO PACK? If you are planning to live in The Gambia over the long-term in a remote lodge or are heading up-country or are staying with a local family, then there are additional things to consider putting in your suitcase, which includes much of the above as well as few more items below. |
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Antibiotics Antifungal
powder or cream for fungal skin infections & thrush Antiseptics
and disinfectants Antispasmodic
medicines to treat stomach cramps Bath towel
and washcloth Bed sheets
(at least 4); Pillow covers (at least 2) Cold and
flu tablets, nasal decongestant & throat lozenges Collapsible
hand fan using rechargeable batteries Digital
body thermometer Disposable
syringes in sterile packs Extra underwear
Multi-use
bar of soap for laundry & bathing Multivitamins
and minerals Nalgene
bottles Oral rehydration
therapy Portable
mosquito net Raincoat
if your stay is anytime between June to November Rechargeable
lantern / torch (windup or solar), solar battery charger Rucksack
Scissors
& tweezers (pack in suitcase) Small umbrella
Small shortwave
radio & personal music player Spare mobile
phone with solar charger Tablet
with internet connection via mobile phone companies
Tissue paper in small packs You own
eating and drinking utensils (cup, cutlery, plastic plate) Water sterilization
tablets, compact water filter Wrinkle
and dirt resistant clothing |
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Insurance Disclaimer Note carefully: Always seek the advice of your medical doctor before deciding to take or not to take any medications or health precautions. The above information does not and is not intended to replace or substitute the advice and / or recommendation from your doctor or other authorised medical practitioner. |
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