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When packing to go to Tahiti keep this in mind.  The tropics are usually very warm and humid so cotton is always
 better than polyester because cotton breathes.   Since you are going to an island anything imported is very
 expensive so bring as many products that you might use while you are gone (batteries, film, medicines).
  Also keep in mind that Tahiti is very, very casual.  Traveling on the plane might be a bit chilly so bring something
 to keep you warm if you are sensitive to the cold and then put it away once you get to Tahiti!
 You won't use it until you head home.   There is a more extensive packing list at About Us on the website which covers all destinations.  Get out your suitcase, print this out and start packing!  You are going to Tahiti!    

__  Shorts and pants.
__  Tops – lots – it will be humid.
__  Evening Resort clothes or Sarongs.
      
You can buy pareos - (Tahiti's version of a sarong) and
         wear it as a skirt or dress.  Didi will show you how
to
          tie them.

__  Underwear. 
__  Pajamas, nightgowns.
__  Swim suit.
     
( I usually bring two so one can be drying while I wear
         the other one).

__   Bathing suit cover-up.
__   Several t-shirts to wear while snorkeling.
__   Hat.
__   Sandals, tennis shoes or water shoes (reef
        walkers) to wear while snorkeling or
        walking in the lagoons.
__   Light sweater, light jacket.
__   Umbrella.
       November to March is the rainy season so you
          might get a little bit more rain.

__   Sunglasses (bring several pairs just in
        case you loose one).
__   Zip-lock bags.  
__   Socks but you don't have to wear nylons
        unless you want to!
__   Credit cards.
      
I always bring two.  I also call my credit card
         company and ask if they charge a surcharge for
         charges.  I try to take a card that does not charge
         a surcharge but if  yours does, then just be
         aware of that.   Also, it's  a good idea to notify
         your credit company that you are going to Tahiti.
         That way your credit card company won't get alarmed
         when they see the charges coming in.  Also make a
         copy of the credit cards that you are taking along
         (front and back) and leave a copy at home along with
         a copy of your name page from your passport with your
         emergency contact. 
__
    Locks for your suitcases.
      
There are now TSA-approved locks available and you
         can use them to lock your suitcases.   I always keep
         my suitcases locked in the hotel.   The hotels have
         a mini-safe in each room which you should use for your
         valuables.
__   Snacks
        I always bring along breakfast bars, little cans of juice, tea
           bags, coffee packets. There is a coffee maker in your room and
           if I don't feel like going down for breakfast, I just eat in my
           room.

__  Sunscreen.
__  Insect repellent.
__  Camera and disposable underwater
       camera plus lots of film and extra
       batteries.
      
Carry your film in your carry-on.
__  Medicines, first aid kit, solarcaine,
       anything you  might need.
__  Safety pins.
       Very important to use to pin your pareo closed.
__   Snorkel and mask.
      
The InterContinental has fins and towels
          you can use.  They even have  snorkels and masks.
          I just like to have my own.
__
   Passport & Driver's License.
      
Leave a copy of the  name page with
         someone at home.  Make sure that you have 6 months
         left before your passport expires.

__   Reading materials.
__   Notebook, tape recorder, pens and pencils.
__   Makeup and toiletries.
__   Money.
      
Your Travel Source sells foreign currency or you can                           exchange money at the hotel or you can go to a
         Currency Exchange at LAX and buy money before you
         leave.   You can charge any of your extra hotel incidentals
         on your credit card.   Most of the larger shops, restaurants
         take credit cards but I also like to  have  on hand a little
         Tahitian currency for  shopping in the Marche, riding Le
         Truck and eating at the roulettes. Some vendors will take
          US dollars.
__
    A converter. 
      
The hotel has a hair dryer and an 110  outlet for shavers
          but if you need to charge anything else, you will want to
          bring along a converter for the South Pacific (220 volts).
__
    Packing Cubes.
  
     If you are looking for a great way to organize your
          clothes, then check out Eagle Creek's Packing Cubes.
          These are net bags and they are great for keeping you
          organized!  I put my underwear in one, socks in another,
          tops in one, shorts and pants in another.  I always know
          where everything is and I no longer rummage through my
          suitcase looking for things!  They also have a cube that is
          plastic on one side and net on the other.  Perfect for that
          last minute swim in Tahiti before you leave for the airport.

__  Sewing materials.
         The Class Supply List has a list of what you need to bring     
          for Didi's classes.   
 

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