should I bring my laptop to europe trip?
Should I bring my laptop there on my trip? can I recharge it there? I should say: can I bring laptop when I head to other countires, such as Egypt and Turkey. I am going on a trip with my family but I didnt have my homework complete yet. I know the voltage is different from there. I am planning to do my work on the airplane or while we are waiting for the next flight.. Can I recharge my laptop on airplane and the airport? camera and ipod would be able to recharge there too? Thanks!!!
Packing & Preparation - 4 Answers
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Answer 1 :
yes just bring your adapter :)
Answer 2 :
WHY? Are you going all the way to Europe to play on your computer? They have internet cafes. You can use them to keep in touch.
Answer 3 :
Every time I have gone abroad I have brought my laptop thinking I would do homework or use it when I got bored, but that never happened. I recommend not bringing your laptop and doing your homework when you get back home, or going to an internet cafe and doing it there. It's a hassle to carry an expensive object around, and you'll always be worrying about it. Unless you're first class, you're not going to be able to charge your pc on the flight. Keep in mind not all airports have free wireless, and outlets are usually limited. Every time I have been at the airport in Beijing, Hong Kong and Madrid all the outlets were already taken by other people. Sometimes you have to fight for them! As for your iPod and camera, I wouldn't worry about the voltage, just the plug in. You should buy a converter before you leave to be safe. Overall not worth the hassle. Enjoy sightseeing and the company of your family!
Answer 4 :
I have travelled with my laptop and found it both an inconvenience and a god send. Firstly, chargers. Because phones, cameras and computers are designed to used where you go, they adapters can handle different voltage inputs, basically US 110v and British 220 v. The problem is plugging them into the wall. Make sure you read up about what sort of power plug adapter you will need. Many hotels can supply one for you. Now the problem with laptops is 1. They can be heavy. Mine is larger, wasn't bought to be portable. I am jealous of friends with little netbooks on the road. The advantage 1. Be able to surf local information, eg weather, bus routes etc whereever you are. 2. Sure you are travelling, but you will have time by yourself, check your email, chat with friends. 3. Put your photos in your computer and upload them. Basically if your computer is small and portable it is worth brining.
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