Travel Checklist

Home Or Apartment Preparation

  • Secure Windows, Doors, Garages, Sheds
  • Close All Curtains And Blinds
  • Remove Any Valuable Items From Yard
  • Determine Lights To Leave On Or Set Timer
  • Water Plants In Home And Yard
  • Unplug Microwaves, Toaster, Coffee Machines Or Other Small Appliances
  • Mow And Set Up Lawn Care If Necessary
  • Empty Trash Cans And Put Trash Out For Pickup
  • Wash Dishes
  • Consider Emptying Perishables In Refrigerator
  • Turn Off Or Turn Down Thermostat
  • Consider Turning Off Hot Water Heater

Pre-Travel Preparation

  • Make Hotel Reservations
  • Make Airline, Bus Or Train Reservations.
  • Buy Event Tickets (Tour Packages, Sports, Theaters, Plays, Festivals)
  • Set Up Car Rental
  • Make An Itinerary. Leave Itinerary, Lodging And Hotel Information With Friends Or Family
  • Travel Agent Info And Trip Cancellation Info
  • Pay Bills That Will Be Due Before You Get Back
  • Stop Mail, Newspaper, Home Deliveries
  • Setup Email That You Can Access From Any PC.
  • Set Up Child Care For Children Not Coming
  • Consider Getting A Cash Card, Telephone Calling Card And Travelers Checks. Take Credit Cards
  • Get Passport/Visa If International Travel
  • Get Inoculations Necessary For International Travel
  • Exchange Currency If International Travel
  • Set up Caretaker for Pet(s) or Board them at a Kennel.
  • Inform Local Police
  • Inform Neighbors That You Trust
  • Inform Family Members
  • Leave A House Key With Someone You Trust

Automobile Preparation

  • Check Tire Pressure On Tires And Spare
  • Check Oil, Coolant And Windshield Fluid
  • Consider Changing Your Oil For Long Trips
  • Consider CheckUpBy A Professional Mechanic
  • WashAnd Vacuum
  • Make Sure You Have Proof Of Insurance
  • Fill Up The Gas Tank. Bring Extra Fluids

Packing

  • Pack Luggage, But Not More Than You Can Carry
  • Pack Family Pictures, Especially Your Children’s
  • Include Contact Information In Children’s Luggage.
  • Seasonal Clothing Needs: Consider Whether You Need Winter Wear Or Summer Wear
  • Jackets, Coats, Rain GearAnd Umbrellas
  • Swim Suits And Swimming Towels
  • Appropriate Shoes Or Footwear. Sandals, Slippers, Tennis Shoes, Dress Shoes, Boots, Hiking Boots
  • Formal Wear, Belts, Ties
  • Socks, Underwear, Nylons
  • Hats, Caps, Visors, Gloves, Mittens
  • Pajamas, Night Gown, Sweat Pants
  • Baby Items (Diapers, Disposable Bags, Wipes, Powder, Ointments, Creams, Medicines, Bottles, Bottle Cleaners, Formula, Baby Food, Car Seat, Stroller, Blankets, Toys, Pacifiers)
  • Attach Luggage Tags
  • Include Emergency Information
  • First Aid Kit
  • Camera, Camcorder, Film, Tapes, Batteries.
  • Battery Operated Alarm Clock
  • Cell Phone And Cell Phone Charger
  • Laptop Or PDA With Charger And Connectors
  • Personal Identification / Driver’s License
  • Passport/Visa If International Travel
  • Address Books
  • Airline, Train Or Bus Tickets
  • Event Tickets
  • Take Medical Insurance Info Or Insurance Card.
  • Road Maps And Guide Books
  • Language Books For International Travel
  • Books, Magazines, Reading Material, Games, Dice, Playing Cards Or Toys For Children
  • Binoculars For Sightseeing
  • Flashlight, Batteries, Tape
  • Lighter Or Matches
  • Portable Irons, Sewing Kits
  • Laundry Bags, Trash Bags, Small Plastic Bags

Medications/ Lotions / Hygiene

  • Headache Medicine, Pain Relievers, Aspirin
  • Necessary Prescription Pharmaceuticals
  • Cold Medicine, Cough Medicine
  • Glasses, Sun Glasses, Contact Lenses And Solution
  • Indigestion Medications (Tums, Pepto Bismol)
  • Insect Repellent
  • Sunscreen, Skin Burn Lotion, Lip Balm
  • General First Aid Cream
  • Motion Sickness Pills
  • Vitamins
  • Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Dental Floss
  • Combs, Brushes
  • Deodorant, CologneAnd Perfume
  • Bar Soap, Hand Soap, Dish Soap, Laundry Soap
  • Shampoo, Conditioner, Hair Treatment
  • Shaving Cream And Razors
  • Makeup/ Cosmetic Kits, Mirrors
  • Blow Dryers, Curling Irons, Curlers
  • Feminine Hygiene Items
  • Nail Clippers, Tweezers, Scissors
  • Tissues, Toilet Paper, Towels, Towelettes

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