is this hair dryer good for international travel?
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It depends where you are going. You can get an adaptor kit that contains converters for different countries. It is lightweight, but it is a full-size hair dryer. Brookstone used to have a travel dryer.
1311167
This dryer has a little switch on the handle (the circular black disc below the dryer switch) which will allow you to choose 125V or 220V. The setting I received it at is 125V (in USA). You will need a travel adapter, but other than that, it is meant for dual voltage, so it should work. I usually use the dryers the hotels have, haven't bothered to carry one with me. Hope this helps.
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I used mine in Germany two weeks ago. Operated/charged a MacBook (the white brick plugs into it with the standard 2 prong plug), an iPad, and an iPhone at the same time. It plugs right into the Euro wall boxes. I also use it the same way here in the states. Am not sure why it wouldn't work for a hair dryer. It will not work for anything that has a 3 prong plug, only 2 prong plugs.
1273679
If you are asking if you can use the hair dryer in the states, the answer is yes. Just plug into the outlet and that is it. Have been using them for the last 20+ years.
242335
I'm not sure. It's a regular sized blow dryer so if you're looking to put it in the suitcase it can consume a good amount of space. Hope this helps.
349031
I used this dryer in chile and Argentina in my last trip and will be taking to Europe. Haven't had any issues to date
1295585
Yes, it's great for domestic travel; though I can't speak for international travel. I have short hair and use it daily. It is wonderfully light weight and effective at drying.
554950
No. I bought this dryer and difuser to take to Italy for 2 weeks last May 2014. I love it so much I have yet to go back to my very expensive hair dryer!
592326
Yes, it does work perfectlly on standard U.S. Outlets. It has two heat levels medium and high. I'm totally in love with this hair dryer.
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You could, but remember it is only good for small devises i. e. electric razor, tooth brush. Do not try to plug in a curling iron or hair dryer. Hair dryers are 800 watts this transformer is capable of only 150 watts. When going to Europe you cannot use any heating device on their system from the USA. Cell phone and computer chargers will operate in Europe using just an adapter.
737010
I purchased this dryer just for travel in Europe last year. I didn't have to make any adjustments to use it. It adjusts itself. It worked great and now I use it just for regular domestic travel.
518668
Yes. I am international flight attendant. I plug everything ( kindle, phone, music ) into the power strip. All newish electronics can take either voltage . Older hair dryers or flat irons will burn up as they are only 110v. You will need a plug adapter. It is not a converter, but am adapter... You should look for one that has some depth to the pins. Many plugs in Europe are inset, so the depth really pays off. Travel sites, or Amazon I a sure have plug adapters for sale. Mine has plugs for Europe, Shia, etc. All in one.
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Based on my experience it won't work anywhere. It failed the first time we plugged in a hair dryer in South Africa. It never worked, ever. I complained to the vendor and they asked me to send it back (at my own expense). They never replied or acknowledged receipt of the unit or offered to return my money. I would avoid this unit.
952727
YES! This is the hair dryer you want for Europe! I used it in France, no adapter required. It should work in all of Europe. However if you plan a stop in the UK you will need an adapter for there.
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Hi Virginia, This is NOT a dual voltage hair dryer. If you are traveling, the wattage in Europe is 220/125. To change the voltage you would have to purchase a very expensive and heavy voltage converter (which people used to do years ago before dual voltage hair dryers and other appliances). Two choices: one, buy a dual voltage here and then buy the various plugs for each country, or purchase a dryer in Europe which is not dual voltage, but only for European plugs. I purchased one in Paris and another in London many years ago, they work great. Good luck (Conair makes a cheap one that works) Hi Virginia, This is NOT a dual voltage hair dryer. If you are traveling, the wattage in Europe is 220/125. To change the voltage you would have to purchase a very expensive and heavy voltage converter (which people used to do years ago before dual voltage hair dryers and other appliances). Two choices: one, buy a dual voltage here and then buy the various plugs for each country, or purchase a dryer in Europe which is not dual voltage, but only for European plugs. I purchased one in Paris and another in London many years ago, they work great. Good luck (Conair makes a cheap one that works)
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My results with my step up converter have proven to provide exact European voltage which I am using for my computer which I bought in Bulgaria. I have been using it for 3 months with no problems. I think with a hair dryer you might consider buying a US model if you are here in the US. It might cost less to do that, but, I believe this converter to be a solid investment. Hope that helps out...
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Not only is it a simple hair dryer, it is lightweight and I LOVE mine...I can travel with it because it is so light.