What to bring and not to bring

What you should Bring

Clothing for temperatures ranging from 50 to 90 degrees F (15 to 35 degrees Celsius) and umbrella. Be prepared! The weather in the summer can be rainy and unpredictable.
A cell phone and charger
Wifi is available free of charge at the campus, however, it's recommended that students travel with roaming or a sim card.
Laptop + charger: please bring a computer for your academic course. Please note that Eduexplora is not responsible for lost or damaged devices.
US Powerlet Adapter (110V)
Backpack or Messenger bag
Personal health, toiletry items, and a container or little bag to carry your items to the communal bathroom
Bug spray – if you are especially susceptible to bites!
If needed, Contact Lens Solution & enough Lenses
Medications/ Specialty vitamins informed on the health form – enough for the 2-week program (unexpired and in their original, labeled packaging).
Supportive footwear for activities and excursions. Bring shoes that are comfortable. We will be walking around campus, touring town, and local areas.
If desired, extra spending money and/or credit card (Eduexplora covers the cost of meals, transportation, and entry fees related to program-sponsored field trips and activities)
If desired, musical instruments, books, and board games.
If desired, a hair dryer, a small portable fan, a face towel, and shower shoes
If desired, Outfit for the Final Night: we will be celebrating to mark the end of the program. It’s a chance to dress up and have some fun! Please don’t pack formal dance attire.
Souvenirs from your home country: A flag/postcards/pins/sports jersey/candies, or anything you can think of from your home country to share with your colleagues, instructors, or staff if desired, and for a multicultural exhibition.

What you must not bring

No sheets, blankets, or bath towels are necessary; bedding and towels are provided as part of a weekly cleaning service.
No valuable personal items (the program takes no responsibility for lost or stolen items)
The dorms are fully furnished, so please don’t bring any furniture! No cooking or kitchen appliances, such as refrigerators, microwaves or toaster ovens, or hot plates.
No pets of any kind
No personal transportation, including a car, bicycle, skates, or skateboard
No flammable materials, including candles, incense, matches, lighters, explosive devices, and fireworks
No alcohol, tobacco products, or any unauthorized drugs or unlabeled medications – violators of this policy will be subject to immediate dismissal
No weapons of any kind, including knives, firearms, paintball guns, laser pointers, and other dangerous items