This site is featured in the Electricity section of the Fodor's Online Resource Center. This is a guide to some important issues when deciding to use your electrical appliances in another country. It includes a table describing electrical systems worldwide, illustrations of electrical plugs you may run across, advice on using your computer and other general advice that you may find helpful. Finally, there is a list of sources for electrical travel accessories . If you are going to use electrical appliances in another country, you need to know what type of electrical voltage is used in the country you're traveling to and what type of adapter might be needed to plug your appliances into the outlet.
Converters are available to change line voltage from one amount to another.
However, there are different types of converters for different types of appliances. You can also purchase combination converters for both types. Check the label on your electrical appliance to find its wattage. Some places that supply adapters and converters are listed on the sources page . Even if you have the right converter, you run the risk of blowing a fuse in your hotel or burning out your electrical appliances.