Home Checklist

* ________Arrange for pet and plant care
* ________Stop routine deliveries
* ________Make your home seem lived-in while away by putting lights and a radio on timers
* ________Turn down thermostat
* ________Leave keys and itinerary with a friend
* ________Lock windows, garage, and doors

Before Leaving

* ________Guide books and maps
* ________Passport and visa(s)
* ________Foreign currency of your destination country
* ________Credit cards
* ________Travelers checks or ATM card
* ________Insurance: Trip Cancellation/Medical
* ________Personal Identification
* ________Photocopies of documentation
* ________Birth Certificate (if necessary)
* ________Marriage License (if necessary)

Basic Essentials

* ________Appropriate Luggage
* ________Luggage Locks & ID Tags
* ________Appropriate Clothing
* ________Comfortable Footwear
* ________Rain Protection
* ________Camera and Film (Place film in carry-on baggage)
* ________Telephone Plugs for Modem
* ________Small Flashlight
* ________Travel Alarm Clock
* ________Small Binoculars
* ________Brimmed Hat or Visor
* ________Reading Materials
* ________Playing Cards/Games
* ________Address Book


Maintenance Items

* ________Batteries for camera and flashlight
* ________Mini Sewing Kit (place in checked baggage)
* ________Travel Iron or Steamer
* ________Sink Stopper
* ________Folding Scissors (place in checked baggage)
* ________Laundry Soap Packets
* ________Laundry Bag
* ________Ziplock Plastic Bags

Medication

* ________First Aid Kit
* ________Aspirin/Pain Reliever
* ________Cold/Sinus Medication
* ________Diarrhea Medicine
* ________Laxative
* ________Insect Repellent
* ________Contact Lens Preparations
* ________Antibiotic Ointment
* ________Alcohol Wipes
* ________Sunscreen
* ________Motion Sickness Medicine
* ________Personal Hygiene Items
* ________Personal Prescriptions

Toiletries

* ________Comb/Brush
* ________Toothbrush/Paste
* ________Dental Floss
* ________Shampoo
* ________Blow Dryer
* ________Deodorant
* ________Lotions/Creams
* ________Cologne
* ________Lipbalm
* ________Towelettes
* ________Shaving Cream
* ________Towel/Washcloth
* ________Earplugs