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                                   Budapest: Packing Light

    Packing light is essential to traveling On The Cheap.  Some Metro stations in
Budapest have escalators, but some don't (including stations that might connect to
the bus or airport).  Either way, they are usually crowded, so the less you have on
you the better.  Here are some tips for packing light:


One suitcase! Yes, you can do it.  One case and one carry-on (that  can
double as a day-pack) will make your trip so much more fun.  

Rolling clothes while packing will help you fit more in.

Two pairs of shoes.  Make them comfortable, broken in and
        versatile.

Pick clothing that goes with at least two other items for your trip.

Try to pick lodging with laundry facilities if you'll be staying more than a week

Take travel size toiletries.  These items are expensive in Budapest so be sure
to pack what you need.

Take along a set of silverware (or at the very least, a multifunction tool if you
can pack it in your checked luggage) to facilitate picnics in parks.

Pack a thin "micro-towel". Picking one in a dark color will let you  
       also use it a light blanket, cover-up, etc.  Bandannas also work.

Copies of any prescriptions, emergency numbers, etc.  Email  
       what you can to a web-based address such as Yahoo, Hotmail,
       etc.

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