What should I pack for a winter vacation?

What to pack for winter vacation?

• I am visiting my family in America (Illinois) for my winter break. I was wondering what to pack, so that I pack as lightly as I can.

• Answer:

  WellI would suggest looking up the average weather right now in the part of Illinois you are going to: http://www.weather.com/weather/today/Chicago+IL+USIL0225?from=enhsearch_didyoumean For winter in the Midwest, think layers. T-Shirts ~ you may want them if it suddenly turns out to be a little warmer or to sleep in Long sleeve shirts ~ to wear daily or to sleep in Sweaters or a cardigans (works well over a t-shirt) ~ nothing too bulky because you will get too hot inside Sweatshirts Pants ~ jeans will be still be a staple. if you are planing to be outside a lot then look into leggings (for girls, they fit under skinny jeans) or long underwear (there are silk pairs that feel less bulky) Winter jacket Gloves Scarf ~ don't under estimate how nice they are when it is windy A hat or ear muffs Proper socks ~ if you plan to be out a lot, look into a little thicker sock or a wool pair A travel umbrella Shoes ~ Regular tennis shoes, flats or boots are fine as long as you wear proper socks. if there will be snow or a lot of rain you may want winter boots or galoshes If you need to dress up (and are female) then take leggings or warm tights for under your dress or skirt.