I’m a preparer. A list-maker, a worrier, a “let me send myself 12 emails and 2 text message drafts just to make sure I remember these things.” When it comes to travel, I really like to be prepared. While I may save the actual packing itself for the day before, I have to have everything in place so I know I’m ready to go.
One website, Travel’s Checklist, has proven undeniably useful in recent trips. Instead of writing a list and worrying if I’ve managed to include everything I could possibly need on it, Travels’ Checklist asks a few simple questions about where you’re going, how long you’ll be staying, and the type of trip it is, in order to determine a basic list of things that you’ll need to bring. From there, you can modify the list, adding your own unique options and removing unnecessary ones. It even gives extra suggestions in many categories.
Travels’ Checklist usefully includes things like travel preparations, from remembering to renew or check your passport to checking in online, getting trip insurance, and checking baggage weights. It can remind you to clean certain parts of your home and turn off your air conditioner, and even warn you of any vaccines you may need. It provides a list of documents you could need, tickets, money, flying and packing tips, and then anything you could ever want or need to pack.
I can’t recommend this resource enough, whether you’re going on an extended vacation or just away for the weekend. It’s helped me stress out much less about travelling and remember the important things!