DRESS CODE--LUGGAGE

to satisfy everyone individual need at the same time. So be prepared to adjust your clothes accordingly. Evening gown will be not necessary at any event unless in your program a "black tie"  is mentioned.

Each guest is allowed to check-in two suitcases (up to 70 pound each) and one carry on smaller luggage (check with the airline for details). We pick up the guests at Detroit Airport and we will provide luggage space accordingly from the airport to Toledo.  Guests may not bring heavier suitcases than they can carry themselves. We can not provide help to each guest at the airport or at some homes (to take a suitcase up the stairs etc.)  Drivers are sometimes women who are not able to carry heavy suitcases from

and to the van or the truck. If you will bring additional items (like boxes with products for display) please let us know in advance, and we try to make the necessary arrangement. Do not send boxes to us in the last minute, because we can not guarantee that it will be available by the time you need it.

Please bring all your important items and some clothes for 2-3 days in your carry-on bag, in case your luggage will be delayed for some days.

You will collect information materials that you need to carry back with you, so bring a little larger suitcase. We are not able to cover or arrange any shipping related to these materials sent back to your home.

Guests are expected to wear business attire for all the training activities, reception and other joint professional program.  During free time and weekend program casual clothes are recommended.  Please consider the different climate if you are coming from a warm country. You need to bring warm winter clothes between October and April, and be prepared for air conditioning during all the other months at all public places and in many  homes.  If you are not used to the air condition, please bring an additional sweater to all occasion.  Traveling jointly in a car might be too cold or too warm for an individual, but will be impossible

LAUNDRY -ELECTRIC APPLIANCES

Guests will have the opportunity to use washer and dryer at almost every host families, so guests do not need to bring a lot of clothes for a short visit.  Please let your host know if you plan to do your laun

dry, so they can help you and show you how to use the machines.  If you bring  any special appliances (such as iron, hair dryer) make sure that it works with the US electric system.  It is possible to buy

an appropriate converter, but it takes time and it is expensive. You may ask your host in advance and they may arrange special appliances that you can use during your visit.

CULTURAL PROGRAMS

Toledo and the surrounding area offer a variety of cultural and entertainment opportunities for the visitors.  During the tourist season there are more opportunities to choose from. Many places are free, others require a ticket. GLC

will offer every delegation different opportunities to choose from.  But when agreed in advance and  the tickets are purchased for the group, guests are asked  to keep the schedule and participate in cultural events. Individual pro

grams are also recommended to plan with the host families.