Travel Checklist

Check back here for helpful hints and travel tips straight from the suitcases of travelers themselves!

Travel Check List:

Before you go

Notify family/neighbors

Leave keys/itinerary and contact info

Stop newspaper and mail

Make arrangements for pets and plants

Schedule bills

Alert credit card companies of your travel plans

Safely store valuables

Set up lawn care

Set timed lighting

Uplug all electronics

Set thermostat/heater

Close and lock windows

Take out trash

Arm security system

Lock doors

Carry On Packing List

Passport

Picture ID/Driver's license

International driver's permit if applicable

Travel Insurance info

Transportation tickets

Hotel info

Credit Cards/Cash

Copies of all documents

Emergency contact info

Maps/guide books

Pain reliever (no liquids)

Lip balm

Ear plugs

Neck pillow

Earphones

Books/toys for children

Cross-body purse/backpack

Suitcase

Check airline bag restrictions

Updated luggage tags

Family photo, especially children

Include contact info in children's luggage

Dresses/suits

Jeans

Shorts depending on weather

Sweaters

Shirts that can be layered

Underwear

Socks

Sleepwear/robe

Comfortable footwear

Swimwear

Sunglasses

Raincoat/poncho

Alarm/watch

Sewing kit

Toiletries

Toothbrush/toothpaste/floss

Shampoo/conditioner/hairspray

Hairbrush/hair dryer - check outlet sizes if traveling overseas

Deodorant

Moisturizer

Razor/shaving cream

Sunscreen

Insect repellant

Nail clippers

Q-Tips/Cotton Balls

Perfume

Powder

Cosmetics

First aid

Aspirin

Glasses/Contact lenses and solution

Medicine

Electronics

Cell Phones

Chargers

Battery packs

Laptop