Moving on to the age-old question: “But what do I pack?!”

The following list is a good place to start:

• Comfortable walking shoes! You will be walking everywhere in Italy, and should leave
  heels, etc. at home.
• Layers are great for long days when the weather can change drastically from morning to
  afternoon. Think lightweight shirts, a jacket, 1-2 pairs of pants, shorts, active clothing.
• You should consider packing 1-2 “dress up outfits” for special events/dinners
• Sunscreen, sun hat, and bathing suit. Sunscreen is VERY expensive in Italy.
• BUG SPRAY. Screens are not common in windows in Florence, and you will have your windows
  open all the time.
• Rain Jacket. This is less clunky than an umbrella and you can keep your hands free!
• Scarf (lightweight). To be used when visiting churches, museums, etc. where your shoulders
  must be covered.
• Bath/beach towel. All other linens are provided in your apartments.
• Small bag to pack in for overnight trips. If you have an opportunity to travel independently
  during your program, this may be a backpack you carry on the plane with you as your carry-on
  luggage.
• Shower shoes for shared showers at hostels whether staying in a hostel is part of your
  program or travel plans or not, it’s always good to have a pair of rubber flip-flops just in case!
• Travel size toiletries. You never know where your checked bag may choose to take a side trip
  and meet you in-country later, so be sure you have some basics to get you through 1-2 days in
  case your checked luggage gets delayed.
• Personal laptop. Please remember that you’ll be completing assignments for school.
• PLEASE NOTE: Items like toilet paper, napkins, and cleaning supplies are not provided, so you
  will need to coordinate with your roommates to purchase these once on-site.