Home Preparation

Notify family/neighbors

Leave keys/itineraries/contact info

Stop newspaper and mail delivery

Make arrangements for pets/plants

Pay bills due

Give notice to credit cards for out-of-country travel

Safely store valuables

Set up lawn/yard care

Clean/set refrigerator

Turn off alarm clocks

Unplug electronics/appliances

Clear answering machine

Set thermostat hear/air

Turn off faucets/washer/dishwasher

Check stove/oven

Close/lock windows

Close curtains/blinds

Take out trash

Lock doors/garage

Arm security system

Set timed lighting system

Carry-On

Check current carry-on rules

Passport/Visa

Picture ID/Driver’s license

Transportation tickets

Credit/ATM cards

Cash

Foreign currency

Copies of all important documentation

Emergency contacts and phone numbers

Tour books/area maps

Pain relievers/anti-nausea (no liquids)

Lip balm

Ear plugs/sleeping mask

Neck pillow

Update luggage tags/Don’t use locks

Consider climate for clothing needs

Tops/Bottoms

Underwear/Socks

Sleepwear

Footwear/Comfy shoes

Swimwear/Towels

Sunglasses/Sunhat/Visor

Watch/Jewelry

Packing

Cell phones

Camera/Video/Memory cards

Laptop

Plug adapters/Chargers/Batteries

Toothbrush/Toothpaste/Floss

Shampoo/Conditioner

Hairspray/Gel

Brush/Comb

Hair Styling Tools

Deodorant/Moisturizer

Razor/Shaving Cream

Sunscreen/Insect Repellant

Tweezers/Nail Clippers/File

Cosmetics

Aspirin/Sleep Aid/Diarrhea medicine

Glasses/Contacts/Cleaning supplies

Prescriptions