After mapping out your vacation budget and itinerary for your trip, the next step is packing for England in a way that will keep your comfortable without weighing you down.
Bring Everyday Wear for Your Vacation in England Fashion between England and the United States is relatively the same, so your regular attire will suit your travels in England. You may find that certain areas or venues, such as churches or theaters, require fancier dress.
In general, close-toed shoes are better than sandals, as they can be worn anywhere and protect your feet from wet streets. While sandals are appropriate in spring and summer, the weather doesn't usually get warm enough to make sneakers uncomfortable.
Planning for the Weather In general, England has a particularly rainy climate, more so in some areas than others. Even during summer, several rainy days in a row can carry cool breezes and lower temperatures. A jacket and rain poncho can help you stay comfortable and active when the weather is less than ideal for outdoor attractions.
Umbrellas are bulkier to travel with but are preferred by some travelers, although crowded sidewalks can sometimes make umbrellas difficult to use.
Packing for England: Electronics The United Kingdom doesn't use the same currency or plug as the United States. UK outlets accept a three-prong plug, so you'll most likely need to at least bring an adapter. Some electronics, like many laptops, have built in converters that allow them to accept the different currencies of foreign plugs. If your electronic doesn't, or if you're not sure, bring a US-UK converter. Incorrect voltages can harm your electronic or even blow a fuse.
High-heat electronics are notorious for overheating or blowing a fuse in foreign outlets. If your converter can't handle high-heat electronics, leave the hair dryer or curling iron at home and borrow one from your hotel.
Pack Medication for Your Vacation in England Food and medicine in England are comparable to those in the United States, but bring with you enough of any prescription medications you need.
Any over-the-counter medications can be purchased in England if you forget to bring them or need refills, though the brand names may be different. A pharmacist will help you locate the British equivalents of any medications you take. With the exchange rate, however, you'll likely end up paying more for the same medicine, so bring all the medications you think you'll need.
While packing, don't forget to bring the required documents for travelers.