Traveling
is exciting, but is dependent
on a multitude of details. You
have a thousand things to remember.
Overlooking even one thing can
mean hassles and frustrations.
If you are leaving your home
to go on vacation, here is a
checklist to help you get ready:
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)
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.
Traveling
is exciting, but is dependent
on a multitude of details. You
have a thousand things to remember.
Overlooking even one thing can
mean hassles and frustrations.
If you are leaving your home
to go on vacation, here is a
checklist to help you get ready:
