This is the travel checklist that we use to plan what we’ll pack to bring on trips and so we don’t forget to lock the doors! Feel free to print out a copy for your own use. Missing something? We’ve linked to various online merchants that offer the best deals on travel gear, apparel and accessories.

Before You Leave…
Passport and Visas	Same Day Passport Expedited Travel Visa Please see our Passport Regulations Web Page if you need up to date info. on passport and visa regulations.
Personal I.D.	Driver’s licence, birth certificate, marriage certificate.
Immunizations and Records	DO get a medical consultation to determine what (if any) protection you may need. Don’t forget to pack your immunization records when you travel. PassportMD introduces ConcierCare™. A personal health concierge every family needs.   This is an invaluable service in keeping all your medical records together and is something every family should have.
Emergency Card	Make a list of your emergency contact numbers, as well as copies of your passport details, insurance policy, travellers cheques, visas and credit card numbers. Carry at least one copy in a separate place to the originals (give it to your travel partner) and leave a copy with a responsible person at home.
Official Documents	Make photocopies of all official documents (see Emergency Card above).
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Rental Car	Reserve well in advance.
Insurance	Consider Trip cancellation and Medical Insurance. Get a free travel insurance quote from Travel Guard.
Money	Traveler’s Checks, Credit Cards & Relevant Currency. Remember to take your air miles and hotel rewards cards.
Guide Books	Destination guides and maps for handy reference on the road.
Pack it up…
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Clothing
Accessories	Take your watch, but keep the jewelry to a minumum!
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Rain Gear	Take a Raincoat or a mini-pocket umbrella.
Headgear	Take a hat and a visor. Think warmth and sun protection.
Scarf or Shawl
Water Bottle	Make sure it is empty as you go through security.Always have safe clean water for that bottle.
Eyewear	Prescription glasses, contact lenses and sunglasses. Need specialized eyewear for golf or swimming?
Special Items	Don’t forget your travel pillow.
For Your Health
Prescriptions	drugstore.com. the uncommon drugstore.
Vitamins
Pain relief medication
Cold medications
Allergy medications
Contact Lens solution
Diarrhea medicine	Travel smart, we trust Immodium.
Laxative
Insect repellant
Sunscreen
Lip balm
Sunburn Relief
Antibiotic cream
Malaria pills
Motion sickness medicine
Water Purifier	Get clean water anywhere using a water purification device.
First Aid Kit	A First Aid Kit is a travel essential.
Personal Hygiene Items
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Blow Dryer
Dental	Toothbrush, paste & dental floss… teeth?
Deodorant
Soap	Take both personal and laundry soap.
Shampoo
Shaving Cream
Moisturizers
Cosmetics
Hand mirror
Towel	For the beach and towellette for quick cleanups.
Recording and Communications…
Camera and film	You may want a camera that is waterproof as well.
Laptop	Use a padded sleeve to protect it.
Video camera	Don’t forget the tapes and/or disks for your camcorder
Batteries	Make a list of electronic equipment
Binoculars	Get that close up view.
Radiation Shield	Still using a film camera. Try using a digital camera
Address and Phone List
Journal and Pen
Cell phone	Roaming charges when traveling can be costly. Learn how to save.
Good to Have…
Reading Materials	Bring books and magazines. Paperbacks that can be left with other travellers are best.
Language Books	Consider using an electronic translator.
Flashlight	We use those 'shaker' no battery flashlights.
Waterproof Matches
Sewing Kit
Travel Iron	For those ‘pressing’ times, a steamer works better.
Travel clothesline	Doing laundry is never fun. A clothesline sure helps
Sink Stopper	Not all hotels supply them.
Laundry Bag
Baggies	Small plastic bags with ziplock closures
Bottles	Bring an array of small bottles and liquid soaps and shampoos. Learn more about the TSA REGULATIOS.
Games	Solitaire,   Scrabble anyone?
To Do at Home…
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Put a hold on your mail
Stop deliveries
Set up lights on timers
Notify credit card companies of your plans
Leave itinerary and key with a friend or neighbor
Empty refrigerator
Unplug appliances to prevent fires
Turn down or program thermostat
Turn off hot water heater
Lock up valuables
Lock doors and windows