Do I need a voltage converter for my dorm abroad?
No. Modern laptops, phones and tablets are dual-voltage (100-240V) — you only need the plug shape to fit, which the universal adapter handles. A voltage converter is the wrong tool. The one thing that IS voltage-specific is a power strip: buy that locally if you're not studying in the US.
Does this replace my university's health insurance?
No — and this matters. Most universities require their own student health plan and won't accept a travel policy to waive it. Heymondo covers your travel and arrival window (medical, evacuation, theft, interruption); keep it alongside, not instead of, your school's required plan. Check your school's waiver rules.
Why isn't the power strip in 'Add all to cart'?
Because a power strip is voltage-specific. The one here is US 120V — great for US and Canadian dorms, useless on EU/UK/AU 230V power. We keep it single-buy so non-US students don't end up with a strip they can't use; buy a local one on arrival instead.
What should I NOT pack for a semester abroad?
Bulky things that are cheap locally — bedding, storage bins, kitchenware, a hair dryer. Buy those on arrival. This pack is the power, carry and arrival gear that's genuinely hard to source in your first jet-lagged week.
Does 'Add all to cart' add everything else?
Yes — all the universal items load in one click to review and edit. The US power strip is single-buy (see above), and insurance is a separate Heymondo quote.