Power Cord or Multiple converters?

You can use a plain power strip, but NOT one with a surge protector. Check to make sure that the chargers for each of your devices say something like "110-240v". If they do, all you need is a PLUG ADAPTER for the power strip.

Most of your devices don't need a converter. The major problem that appears in this frequently-asked question concerns hair curling irons, possibly because they draw a lot of power. Other stuff, if it is relatively up to date, such as cell phones and laptops and hair dryers, either adapt automatically or have a small switch to adjust. Hair dryers from North American will only run on low. Plug adapters, so you can plug into the wall socket, are another matter. The sockets vary from country to country and a simple Google search will turn up lots of sites with diagrams of what fits where. A short extension cord with several receptacles, and a plug adapter attached, will allow you easier recharging for several gizmos at once. It's bulky, though. Older European hotel rooms tend to be short on power receptacles.
I've seen lots of multi-device recharge centres advertized at electronics shops. Again, Google.

The advice I've seen says stay away from power strips that have any kind of circuitry in them - for surge protection, or even the little light that show they are on. I'm taking a power tap plug - the little block of plastic that converts one receptacle into three (usually). It is smaller, has no electronics, and can often be found with space for plugs on two sides so you can charge devices with larger plugs. Do you really need to plug in six things at once? That might blow a fuse anywhere, not just Europe.

Jo, "I am going to be traveling Europe for a great amount of time" How long are you planning to be in Europe? You may want to research the terms of the Schengen Visa. Cheers!

Thank you all!!!! Very helpful!!!! And yes I am aware of the Schengen Laws, thank you! Jo

The others are right, NEVER use any kind of US surge protection power strip in Europe. As suggested, you could bring a socket with multiple outlets on it, but then you run a risk of blowing the circuit if you plug a bunch of things into it at once. If you will be traveling in different parts of Europe, I suggest a universal adapter. Otherwise, individual adapters can be bought pretty cheap, so take 2-3. I never had any issues charging my various electronics and batteries as long as I thought it through.

As Paul referred to (I believe), we just bring one of these if we ever need to charge/use 2+ devices at once. This one has only 2 prongs, and is meant to be used with products having only 2 prongs (not grounded); that grounding prong can really get in the way if not specifically needed. Be sure and bring more than one adaptor (and I'm talking about the $2 adaptors like those sold on this very site for $1; GREAT buy, but plus S&H...). They can fall behind headboards, etc., and you may need to plug two of them into each other to access a deeply-recessed outlet. Make sure your charging plugs will fit into whatever 3-6-way tap you use; you may only get a few of them to fit at a time :-( You can also bring an extension cord from home to reach outlets; this is great for all of those super-short cords on chargers. Those typically have 3 places to plug into, also... Be sure of the electrical requirements for everything you're planning on bringing! 100-240V and 50-60Hz should be on all of your chargers; if not, come back here with exactly what your particular charger says for more advice.

I wonder if something like this will work? It has the correct plug for Europe, anyone have any thoughts on this or has anyone used it before? http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000784H4K/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1SJV7Q7GQM4PE

Ann, this thing weighs 1 1/2 pounds and is 16" long. If you think you really need a surge protector...I guess it's OK. Most people just want some way to plug in more than one thing at a time, and I vote for the $3 way LOL! Read the reviews carefully - some had trouble getting it to fit their outlets, either too small or too large. You'd want to bring along both kinds of round-pronged adaptors to be sure. Also, what you're charging will make a huge difference in what you need to take! A product such as the one you referenced might be the WRONG thing to take. Just my $.02.

Thanks Eileen! We were in Italy for 3 weeks last year and really didn't have any problems with our devices. They were all 110/240. We had 2 iPhones, 1 Macbook Pro, 2 cameras and used the adapters with them without issue.