Since summertime Is a popular travel time. Whether you are going away for a week or two or just a long weekend, I have compiled a handy checklist to help you get ready for your trip.

Vacation Checklist

Water plants and mow lawn before leaving home or arrange for a neighbor to care for them while you're away

Unplug any appliances sensitive to power surges, such as computers, microwaves, and television sets

Stop all home-delivery services (mail, newspaper, milk, diapers, and so on) or arrange to have items picked up by a neighbor

Set lights and a radio on timers. Turn up the radio loud enough so it can be heard outside

Store food in your freezer to prevent having to run to the grocery store as soon as you return home

Remove perishable items from your refrigerator

Empty all waste baskets & run the garbage disposal to eliminate the possibility of unpleasant odors

Check your spare tire and jack to ensure they are both in working order

Check oil level, tire pressure, and coolant level, and all other fluid levels

Pack a first-aid kit into the trunk

Pack water, drinks and snacks to bring on your trip, especially if you are driving.

Remember to pack cards, travel games, puzzles, books to keep the children busy while driving.

Bring a travel pillow and blanket for the drive.

Purchase postcard stamps and take with you

Print address labels of people to send postcards to. It’s much lighter to carry a sheet of labels than your address book

Hope these tips help you to have a relaxing, enjoyable vacation.

Thomas J Smith & Amanda Nichols – The Tom Smith Group
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