Be fully prepared to take the best vacation ever with this easy-to-follow travel checklist.

Youve picked your destination, youve booked a hotel, and your plane tickets are in hand.

Now all thats left to do is pack.

Black woman traveling with suitcase down European street

Pavlina Popovska/Getty Images

But what exactly do you should probably bring along on your adventure?

Heres an easy-to-follow travel checklist to help you prepare for your next vacation, starting with packing tips.

find out if your accommodation offers laundry:Staying in a vacation rental?

See if the home has a washer and dryer.

Inquire about laundry services.

Go back and ask yourself, do I really need this?

Dont forget hair styling tools and products if you use those too.

First aid and medications:Takeprescription medicationsand any over-the-counter medicines you may need.

Footwear:Before you travel, think about every situation youll be in during your trip.

This will help you determine your footwear needs.

Walking around a city?

Heading out on the town?

Sturdy boots for sure.

But only bring what you need, as shoes can take up a ton of valuable space.

Socks:Bring a pair for every day of your travels.

Roll or fold them and place them into your packed shoes to save space.

Underwear:venture to avoid the temptation to bring too many just in case underwear.

Pack one pair for every day youre gone.

Pants:Again, situation awareness is key.

Bring a loose pair of slacks.

Jeans are a great option.

Aim to bring one or two pairs oftravel pantsthat will match several tops.

Shorts:If youre going somewhere warm (lucky you!)

double-check to bring at least one pair of shorts so you dont overheat.

T-shirts: For warm-weather getaways, t-shirts are king.

Wear your jacket, gloves, hat, and scarf on the plane to save valuable luggage space.

Sleepwear:Dont forget your jammies.

A single pair (or two) should suffice.

Jewelry:Bring along any jewelry you feel you want to pair with your outfits.

Not comfortable packing your real engagement or wedding ring?

Try swapping it for a cheaper fake that you wont be afraid to lose.

Just dont forget to pack the appropriate chargers.

Confirm your reservations:Double-check check all your reservations are secure to avoid any on-arrival snafus.

That way, you come home to a fresh space.

Bonus if they can pick up your mail, too.

Put your mail on hold:Going for a while?

Ask your mail carrier to pause service so things dont pile up in your absence.

Lock the door and shut the garage:We dont want a Home Alone situation, do we?

Also, if your car is parked outside, consider putting ona car coverto protect it from the elements.