For those of you who have never been to Europe, their power outlets are not the same. Thus, before you go, you will want to purchase a converter outlet. I bought two at Radioshack and they were about $9.99 each, if I recall correctly. I have heard that if you don't plug things in correctly you can blow up/break your stuff. So be careful. That's another reason I bought two converters. Plus, if something happens to one, everything will be okay.
Another word to the wise: be careful which converter you buy! Some can convert more power than others. So, if you buy the cheapest one there and it only holds so many watts don't plug your hairdryer into it. Hairdryers take up so much energy. In fact, I'm not even bringing mine. I plan on taking a shower at night, sleeping with wet head and/or letting it air dry, then straightening it with my Chi. Less stuff to pack, less to stuff to risk breaking....wala!
I cannot emphasize the importance of buying these before you go!!! When you arrive in Europe they will not sell these. If they do, they know you are screwed. Thus, they will charge you an arm and a leg for them. Don't pay $60 Euros for what you can buy here in the states for $9.99.
You should probably also be aware that your adapters won't work everywhere! For example, I've heard that Italy's adapters are different than the rest of Europes.
Travel Safe,
Some Study Abroad Girl
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