Tip of the Week: Travel Check List

As the holidays approach, so does holiday travel.  Use this check list and you will be ready to go without forgetting a thing!

Organized Travel Check- List

 

Preparation

·         Hold mail/newspaper

·         Arrange for pet care

Clothing (# of outfits needed :___)

·         Each outfit- top, bottom, & undergarments

·         PJs

·         Shoes (pack sneakers for any trip!)

·         Hats & sunglasses

·         Swimsuits & cover-ups

·         Outerwear according to weather (rain jacket, heavy coat, ect.)

Medicines

·         Prescriptions medications- For each family member

·         Pain reliever- Adults & kids

·         First aid kit (band-aid, Neosporin)

·         Contacts, contact solution

·         Glasses

Toiletries

·         Shampoo, conditioner, body soap

·         Make-up, blow dryer, curling iron, ect.

·         Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss

·         Lotion

·         Sunscreen

·         Nail clippers, nail files

·         Feminine hygiene products

For the Ride

·         Prepackaged snacks

·         Drinks (unless flying)

·         Crossword puzzles, word searches, coloring books

·         Pencils, pens, crayons

·         Books, magazines, other reading material

·         Bags for garbage

Miscellaneous Items

·         Sports gear, soccer ball, baseballs/mitts, beach toys (for camping, beach, & outdoor trips)

·         Laptop, cell phone, iPods, other electronics

·         Power cords, chargers, batteries

·         Camera

·         Pillows, blankets, sleeping bags

·         Passports, IDs (if needed)

Before You Head Out

·         Turn off all lights, electronics

·         Turn up/down thermostat

·         Empty trash

·         Water indoor/outdoor plants

·         Lock all doors, windows