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.
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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.
