Itineraries, tickets and reservation
confirmations
Maps and directions
Camera, film, digital camera memory
cards, batteries
Must
Do:
Pick up trash / Remove
trash from home before departure
Buy travelers checks
Tune-up car, check tires,
battery, major fluids, brakes etc...
Replace expired prescriptions
and medication and replace expired sunblock,
most SPF lotions lose potency over years
time
Replenish Toiletries kit
Hold incoming mail and
newspapers
Notify neighbors of your
vacation and give phone # for emergencies
Mow your lawn just before
you leave
If you're leaving your car,
leave it parked in the driveway
Lock all windows and doors
before you leave
Unplug small appliances
Turn off AC/Heat
Make arrangements for any
pets you have
Packing
Clothes:
Complete change of clothes
for each person per day (think cool, comfortable
clothing) — though if you are renting a
place with laundry facilities, you may be
able to get away with less
Lightweight sweater or jacket and long
pants for cooler evenings
Swimsuits (two per person, so you'll
always have a dry one)
Beach towels (again two per person is
ideal)
Beach cover-ups or roomy T-shirts (to
throw on over swimsuit when you've had enough
sun)
Baseball caps or wide-brim hats (to
protect faces from sun)
Sunglasses with UV protection for adults
Sandals (rubber, plastic or waterproof
are best)
Beach Bag
Family size Beach Blanket
Toiletries:
Bath Soap
Toothbrush/Paste
Deodorant
Mouthwash
Cologne/Perfume
Contact lenses
Razor Kit
Shaving Cream
Tissues
Cotton Swabs
Matches
Mouthwash/Dental Floss
Bottle Opener
Sunscreen
Nail clippers/tweezers
Cosmetics
Cotton Balls/Qtips
Combs, Brushes
First
Aid Kit:
Band Aids
Aspirin
Moist Towelettes
Sunscreen
Gauze
Motion sickness tablets
Birth control
Adhesive strips
Antibacterial handsoap
Cold Medicine
Insect Repellant
Lotion for Insect bites
Thermometers
Aloe Vera Gel
Lip Balm with sunscreen
For
the Baby:
Baby Powder
Teething Ointment
Diaper Rash Lotion
Baby sunscreen
Baby Wipes
Babies:
2 outfits per day, sleeping clothes
Cool clothing
Stroller
Baby formula, Bibs
Diapers
Changing Pad
Zippered plastic bags
Bathing supplies
Baby food and spoon
Pacifiers
Blankets
For
Older Kids:
1 outfit per day, 2 extra tops
2 swimsuits per child
1 nice outfit
1 out-of-season outfit
2 towels per child
Beach toys, Frisbee, paddle ball *usually
available upon arrival
For
Traveling:
Travel Games, Books
Crayon, Clip Board
Cooler with drinks and snacks
Safety
Checks:
Upon arrival to your destination:
Make sure the pull-cord loops on older
window blinds and drapes have been eliminated
or secured. Cut the loop of the pull cord
just above the tassel to result in two cords,
or keep the loop taut with a tie-down device
that fastens the cord to the floor or wall.
Hand-test the hot water temperature.
A child can suffer third-degree burns in
a matter of seconds if exposed to water
above 120 degrees F. Most rental homes do
not have anti-scald devices or renter access
to the water heater thermostat. Hand-test
the water upon arrival to avoid accidental
scalding in the bath or shower.
Examine bunk beds for proper installation
and support of the mattresses. Bunk bed
guardrails, like crib slats, need to be
close enough together to avoid head entrapment.
Avoid allowing children under the age of
6 to sleep in the top bunk.
Place all household cleaners and other
potentially dangerous chemicals in a locked
cabinet or closet.
Inspect the rental crib to make certain
it is sturdy, properly assembled and in
good condition.
