Preparing for Departure
Here is a simple checklist for what needs to be done before leaving your home for an extended period of time:
- Arrange care for plants, pets, yard, and mail.
- Pay any bills due in advance.
- Empty your perishables from fridge. (Give away to friends/ family, or your local donation center)
- Take out the trash (nothing worse than coming back to a smelly home!)
- Unplug your appliances and electronics.
- Close fireplace flue.
- Lock all doors and windows.
- Set thermostat to a reasonable level for pets and plants left behind.
- Double check that stove and oven are shut off.
- Leave a key and itinerary with a close friend, a trusted neighbor, or your plant/ pet caretaker.
- Leave a light on to deter burglars or set timers if your home is equipped! We use these smart lights that come with an app to your phone.
Sample Packing Lists
Clothing Essentials for Everyone
Flipflops/ sandals, walking shoes, dress shoes
Jackets, sweaters/ sweatshirts
Underwear, socks, pj's, bras
Shirts, tshirts, beach coverups
Shorts, trousers/ pants/ jeans, athletic bottoms
First Aid
Gadgets
Important Documents
Personal Hygiene
Travel Aids
A few product recommendations that I use for travelling:
Apple AirTag - add an AirTag to important items such as your checked luggage, wallet, etc. in the case something gets lost.
Lists by Vacation Type
Beach Vacation
Aloe Vera
Bathing Suits
Beach Chairs
Beach Totes
Beach Toys
Beach Umbrella
Cooler
Flip Flops/ Sandals
Mosquito Net
Rash Guards
Reusable Water Bottle
Sarong/ Beach Cover Up
Sun Hat
Sunglasses
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Wetsuit
Business Trip
Camping Trip
International Trip
Ski Trip
Carry-On Essentials
When it comes to you carry-on bag, pack only those items you will need during the flight or that you can't do without in the event that your checked luggage doesn't arrive. Your carry-on should include cash, jewelry, passport, travel documents (including itineraries), traveler's checks, keys, laptop and power cord, medications, makeup, toothpaste, toothbrush, and a clean pair of underwear.
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