Please remember that students and chaperones are restricted to ONE suitcase or duffel bag (50 lbs. & 62” limit) and ONE carry-on bag (45” limit). Size is calculated by adding the length, width and height (in inches).
Students assigned to 'carry on' their instrument should - when possible - put the instrument inside the carry on bag. This will be easiest for flutes and some oboe and clarinet cases. When not possible, students may carry their instrument and one reasonably sized carry on bag (i.e. back-pack).
It is critically important that you pre-weigh your checked bag to ensure that it does not exceed the 50 lb. limit. If a bag is found to be over the 50 lb. limit at the time of airport check-in, the tour participant will be responsible for paying all incurred overage fees.
Students who will wear a SHAKO hat in the parade should make certain that it is packed in their suitcase. Leave the box at home. Wrap the shako hat in several plastic grocery bags, and then stuff the inside of the shako with t-shirts, socks, etc. to save space in your suitcase.
Don't forget to pack your DGN London knit beanie hat, long underwear, and layers to be worn under your uniform on parade day.
Band members must pack their MARCHING BAND SHOES in their suitcase, along with the black socks that will be worn with them.
It is critically important that you pre-weigh your checked bag to ensure that it does not exceed the 50 lb. limit. If a bag is found to be over the 50 lb. limit at the time of airport check-in, the tour participant will be responsible for paying all incurred overage fees.
Students who will wear a SHAKO hat in the parade should make certain that it is packed in their suitcase. Leave the box at home. Wrap the shako hat in several plastic grocery bags, and then stuff the inside of the shako with t-shirts, socks, etc. to save space in your suitcase.
Don't forget to pack your DGN London knit beanie hat, long underwear, and layers to be worn under your uniform on parade day.
Band members must pack their MARCHING BAND SHOES in their suitcase, along with the black socks that will be worn with them.
London Tour Shirt: Don't pack this, because you'll be wearing it as we travel on departure day!
London Tour Jacket: You have several ways you could transport your jacket. One idea we would like you to consider: wear it over your tour shirt on departure day! The jacket is light and versatile enough to be quickly folded up and pushed into a carry-on bag if you get too warm. It's also heavy enough that it would provide adequate warmth as we move to and from the airports on coach buses. If you prefer to wear a different coat as we travel, you must remember to pack the Tour Jacket in your suitcase!
The hotel will have shampoo and conditioner for your use. If you need to bring any other liquids, lotions, etc. you should pack them in your suitcase unless they fit into a quart-sized bag and meet size restrictions. HERE IS THE RULE from the TSA about liquids.
Your suitcase should have the official DGN London 2023 travel-tag attached. Make sure you have written your personal contact information on the tag (at least name and phone number). It is also important to make sure that your carry-on bag (and any carry-on instrument case) is clearly labeled with your name and contact information.
Choir and Wind Ensemble musicians:
Students performing in Gala Concerts (Choir and Wind ensemble) are reminded that they must also pack formal 'concert black' attire for these performances.
Pro Tip:
Do not over-pack your suitcase or carry-on. Leave some room in case you would like to bring home a souvenir.
The hotel will have shampoo and conditioner for your use. If you need to bring any other liquids, lotions, etc. you should pack them in your suitcase unless they fit into a quart-sized bag and meet size restrictions. HERE IS THE RULE from the TSA about liquids.
Your suitcase should have the official DGN London 2023 travel-tag attached. Make sure you have written your personal contact information on the tag (at least name and phone number). It is also important to make sure that your carry-on bag (and any carry-on instrument case) is clearly labeled with your name and contact information.
Choir and Wind Ensemble musicians:
Students performing in Gala Concerts (Choir and Wind ensemble) are reminded that they must also pack formal 'concert black' attire for these performances.
DAILY NECESSITIES
Casual Clothes for Sight Seeing
Pajamas
Laundry Bag
Glasses/Contact Supplies
Prescription Medicine
Spending Money (reasonable amount for lunches
and/or snacks, souvenirs, etc.)
Toiletries (deodorant, combs, brushes, shaving
accessories, toothbrush/paste, etc.)
Travel rain poncho / small umbrella
CLOTHES
Participants are
reminded that our appearance, both in and out of performance situations,
reflects on our entire community.
Participants should dress in presentable clothes at all times. In accordance with District policy, clothing
containing advertising of alcohol, tobacco, or that which displays
inappropriate innuendo is not acceptable.
Dress conservatively at all times.
It is suggested
that valuables, especially expensive jewelry, be left at home to avoid loss!
Pro Tip:
Do not over-pack your suitcase or carry-on. Leave some room in case you would like to bring home a souvenir.
