Europe Trip

[Dnls_mum]

Laura02:

I remember by first trip to Europe ... I brought wollen thermals and found myself dying from the tich indoors!

Fitted cotton shirt is also an excellent idea. :salute:
Otherwise if got itching problem with thermal, I find that putting on body lotion helps to some extend :). Also, I think Jennifer bought Merino which is so very soft and of excellent quality, so hopefully have less of such itching problem unless very sensitive lor :).

[auntieM]

We solved our itching problem with L'Occitane shower oil and body lotion.. .. Can try their Shea butter but I find them too 'thick'..

[NY1969]

Jennifer:

NY1969:

Ok thanks....heard from colleague winter time quality not so good.

Brand of the thermal wear we bou is Thermo Fleece (made in Australia), 100% Merino Fine Wool. The outside is wool, the inside is cotton.

Brand of the sweater is Freezezone.

Thanks a lot. Just hop into \"coldwear\" shop today. Quality is good but also rather ex. So still looking ard for good bargains.

[Jennifer]

Dnls_mum:

Laura02:

I remember by first trip to Europe ... I brought wollen thermals and found myself dying from the tich indoors!

Fitted cotton shirt is also an excellent idea. :salute:
Otherwise if got itching problem with thermal, I find that putting on body lotion helps to some extend :). Also, I think Jennifer bought Merino which is so very soft and of excellent quality, so hopefully have less of such itching problem unless very sensitive lor :).

Merino is for my boy only. I bou a cheaper version from Winter wear ytd. Dh suggested I go get a jab from my usual GP to standby the skin itch.

Have not bou the shoes for myself and my boy.

These few days, my skin rashes came back due to low immunity.

[happymom_aa]

Anyone been to Jungfrau in mid-December before?

Very cold? What kind of temperature roughly?
Heard it’s a beautiful place and should not miss but am worried about the temperature.

[GLORYmum]

If UK is your first stop, go to PRIMARK or ZARA and you will find extremely good quality, wide range and cheaper winter wear for kids.


Kids clothes in UK is a few pounds only coz exempted from local tax, can get really good buy. Just grab with eyes closed.

Cheers.

[isetan]

Our family also travelling to europe in Dec. Just check what sort of footwear is suitable in a cold climate like Europe? Besides wearing a good woollen socks, can we put on normal track shoes will do? Just heard from a colleague better to buy a pair of leather boots plus Heater pads. Any advice as whether necessary to waste money on this boots stuff?

[GLORYmum]

isetan:

Our family also travelling to europe in Dec. Just check what sort of footwear is suitable in a cold climate like Europe? Besides wearing a good woollen socks, can we put on normal track shoes will do? Just heard from a colleague better to buy a pair of leather boots plus Heater pads. Any advice as whether necessary to waste money on this boots stuff?

Track shoes will not weather you from the bitter cold and slippery snowy roads. if time permits, you could go there in track shoes then buy the leather boots in Europe. A decent pair cost anything from euro 50-125. Lots of timberland in Europe and if you get into their outlet it will be even cheaper.

Heat pads can get from daiso, can last about 2 hours. A cashmere scarf and long jone suit maybe the most impt.

[GLORYmum]

Laura02:

I remember by first trip to Europe ... I brought wollen thermals and found myself dying from the tich indoors! Now I bring layers, and wear a long sleve cotton T-shirt under. There's no need to wash as often in the cold weather as you don't sweat as much. But be prepared to peel off the layers indoors, then pile on the layers again before braving the cold outdoors. Its easier if the outer 2/ 3 layers are peeled off together. I generally wear tights under my jeans - the higher the deniez the warmer they are. I also bring a scarf to wind around my head or neck.And bring a windbreake/ raincoat - its the wind that makes the cold colder.

I prefer to DIY Europe trips. They're well used to backpackers and tourist looking lost. What I love most is getting lost, then suddently finding the most scruptious bakery with the most inviting aromatic hot coffee suddenly .... or turning the corner from Carnaby Street, and finding the perfect little pair of boots, on sale , in my size!!! Don't worry, its easy to get \"unlost\" too. Just ask round, or pop into the nearest metro.

Enjoy.

Getting lost is no worries, can navigate by iPhone maps. We navigate from colloseum to Vatican by foot. It was a few hours walk but very rewarding.
Cheers.

[isetan]

Thanks GLORYmum,


I think in that case shld shop in Singapore for a pair in case can’t get any suitable one there.