How to pack
They say that the best thing to do when packing is to lay out everything and cut
it in half.
Take one bag with a shoulder strap and maybe a small carry-on for the plane (I
use a little rucksack for this). Take some medium toned to dark clothing so it
doesn't show dirt and stains and a pair of dress slacks or skirt (for the ladies)
and a nice medium to dark-colored shirt or blouse.
A good pair of shoes is of utmost importance.
The best universal good looking shoes are the Rockport Pro Walkers. These
are by far the best shoes I have ever owned. I have a pair that are over 10
years old and are still in decent condition despite the fact that I wore them
almost everyday for about 8 of those years. I bought another pair last year.
If you are going to be teaching ESL for a few months or more in a foreign
country you can always buy what you need there. (Unless of course you are tall
or extra big, which might pose a problem.)
You probably will go back home with more than you brought so you want to
leave room in your suitcase anyway. Heck, you might even have to buy a new
suitcase to carry back all that stuff you bought!
