[orbit03]

The original poster's list seems fairly similar to our list. We are actually taking less than they did. We talked with a couple families that went to the same area that we did and they made some maps for us and there is a both a department store and Walmart within walking distance of our hotel in Nanchang. I figure that if we need something we will be able to get it (or something that will work) at one of those two places.

My goal is to pack as light as possible and buy disposable stuff when possible. Disposable may not be as environmentally friendly, but it is less cleaning and easier for us to deal with. Plus, as we use stuff, we clear space in the luggage and that makes room for other stuff to bring home. Right now, we are using two 28" suitcases and I think we will have half of one of them empty.