For a calm and stress-free trip, preparation is the key. If you are preparing to go on vacation, download our pre-trip checklist to help you take care of the essential tasks before embarking on your getaway. This customizable and editable chart includes everything you probably need to do before going out the door, from organizing pet care to taking care of finances. Download the list and add any additional preparation you need to complete, and you'll be on the right track to a carefree adventure. NEW: Download a mobile version of the pre-trip checklist.
Checklist Before The Trip for Home/Pets
Turn off AC / fans
Take out the trash
Clean the fridge/throw the old food
Return any library books
Close/block your windows
Unplug any electronics
Turn off the lights/set a timer for the lights
Notify your home security corporation about your travel.
Organize the caretaker of the house
Place a stop order in the newspaper
Place a stop order in the mail
Stock up on pet food and trash
Organize pet sitter or kennel
Obtain documentation for all required pet vaccines
Checklist Before The Trip for Finances/Health
Visit a travel clinic if you travel to a foreign country
Program the ICE number ("in case of emergency") on your phone
Consult medical coverage abroad.
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Obtain the necessary immunizations.
Make passport / identification copies
Notify your bank about your travel
Pay the necessary bills in advance.
Investigate the costs of the entrance fee
Create a traveling budget
Take out cash at an ATM
Obtain foreign currency
Get small bills for tips
Visit a travel clinic if you travel to a foreign country
Program the ICE number ("in case of emergency") on your phone
Consult medical coverage abroad.
Replacement recipes
Obtain the necessary immunizations.
Make passport / identification copies
Notify your bank about your travel
Pay the necessary bills in advance.
Investigate the costs of the entrance fee
Create a traveling budget
Take out cash at an ATM
Obtain foreign currency
Get small bills for tips
Checklist Before The Trip for Itinerary/Flight
Check airline baggage fees.
Add new luggage tags to your suitcase
Download travel apps / e-books
Set the distance message
Configure flight alerts through text.
Weigh packed baggage
Establish a travel plan for your cell phone.
Load all the electronics
Remove luggage tags from the previous airline
Check online / print boarding passes
Confirm car rental reservations
Confirm reservations for flights, trains, buses.
Confirm hotel reservations
Create / print itinerary
See the weather
Pack everything
Notify friends / family about your travel
Check the expiration date of your passport.
Schedule phone numbers on the cell phone.
Organize transportation to the airport.
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