What I’m Packing for a Summer in Germany

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In the past month, I’ve probably read dozens of posts just like this one, where people show what they’re bringing for their trip and why they chose those items. I loved reading them, so I thought it would be cool to make my own! Trying to fit my whole life I to two carry-on suitcases is going to be hard, but I’m confident I can make it work :)



For clothes and shoes, I needed items for lots of different occasions. I'll be working in a tunneling lab, so I need jeans and steel toe boots, and we have a research conference in Heidelberg that requires business dress. I’m also traveling to a few different countries on the weekends with very different climates, so here’s what I’m packing!

Clothing


    • 7 bottoqms + 2 pairs of work jeans
  • 2 dresses
  • 7 shirts + 4 polos for work
  • 8 jackets/outerwear
  • 1 scarf
  • Swimsuit
  • Pajamas
  • Exercise clothing


Shoes

I'm bringing 5 pairs of shoes, which doesn't really seem like a lot! I have flip flops for the dorm shower, black heels for my business outfits, tennis shoes for all manner of adventuring, and Birkenstock sandals for being out and about. I'm still trying to decide whether the 5th pair of shoes should be rain boots or suede booties... We'll see!

Personal Item

Surviving the long flight was also a big concern when deciding what to pack, and I think I have a good system to keep myself occupied, rested and healthy! Here are my in-flight must haves:

  • Laptop with charging cable
  • Portable charger for my phone
  • Eye mask
  • Toothbrush + deodorant
  • Neck pillow
  • Bullet journal + supplies
  • Travel sized face spray
  • Mini first aid kit with Advil + Benadryl
  • Lots of snacks!

Other

  • Reusable bags - Germans don't even have plastic grocery bags available at the store!
  • Eye drops for the dry plane air
  • Power adapters + surge protector
  • Collapsible umbrella
There you have it- everything I'm bringing for 2 months in a brand new country, with a different climate, and for a new job I know nothing about! Wish me luck :)


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