1Here's my list of things you should bring with you on your trip to Africa, in no particular order:
Frye Artisan Fold Over Cross Body Bag:
Without a doubt, the best decision I ever made when packing for Africa. Okay so maybe there is some order to this list. This is very, very good if you will be spending any time in a large city. The style is understated and the leather is luxurious and durable. My Jenny cross body will make many more trips around Africa and the globe with me. Worth.Every.Penny.
Available at: Amazon.com or The Frye Company
L’Occitane Almond Supple Skin Oil & L'Occitane Shea Butter Ultra Rich Body Lotion
Fabulous for the skin. Smells soft and sweet, but not "loud". In a pinch I have also used this light lubricant on a few sticky locks since I can't find a can of WD-40. Expensive, yes, but multipurpose. Works well with Shea Butter Ultra Rich Body Lotion.
Available from: Sephora.com
Simply the best after bath lotion that stands up to African dry heat. I've tried cheaper, but none works better than this at keeping dry skin away. L'Occitane also makes very good hand and foot creams as well. Again, expensive, but darned well worth it.
Available from: Sephora.com
Austrailian Sun Block
During my time in Uganda, my friends Carolyn and Phillip from Sydney visited. At that time, I was burned to a crisp by the sun, so I asked her to bring me sunblock. This sunblock is the best I have ever used. I know, I know -- I'm saying that about everything in this post, but, hey, when the stuff works like it advertises, you can't help bug brag about it.
Available from: Carolyn and Phillip, Sydney, Austrailia
LL Bean backpack
A truly wonderful backpack at a good price. Rugged as hell. Ergonomic too.
Available from: L.L. Bean
More posts later about great stuff to pack for your trip to Africa.
L.G.
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