before you go

∆ Passport 

∆ Visa 

∆ Health Documentation 

∆ Frequent Flyer Cards

∆ Emergency Information 

∆ Hotel Reservations 

∆ Traveler’s Cheques

∆ Currency 

∆ Credit Cards 

∆ Guide Books and Maps 

∆ Travel Insurance 

∆ Personal Identification 

∆ Copy of Tickets/Passport, etc. 

∆ Special Event Reservations 

Travel Gear

∆ Main Travel Bag 

∆ Daypack/Duffel/Carry-On 

∆ Packing Accessories 

∆ Money Belt 

∆ Security Pouch 

∆ Document Organizer 

∆ Everyday Bag 

EVERYDAY BASICS 

∆ Travel Clothing 

∆ Raincoat/Umbrella 

∆ Travel Footwear 

∆ Visor or Brimmed Hat 

∆ Camera, Lenses, Film/Memory 

∆ Radiation Shield for Film 

∆ Video Camera, Tapes/Memory 

∆ Binoculars 

∆ CD/DVD/MP3 Player 

∆ Electric/Phone Converters 

∆ Travel Alarm 

∆ Language Books 

∆ Reading Materials 

∆ Address Book 

∆ Travel Journal 

∆ Pens/Pencils 

∆ Scarf/Bandana 

∆ Games/Playing Cards 

∆ Snacks 

∆ Water Bottle 

∆ Hand Sanitizer/Towelettes 

∆ Travel Neck Pillow 

∆ Eye Shade/Ear Plugs 

∆ Tissues/Toilet Paper 

∆ Keys 

∆ Cell Phone 

MAINTENANCE ITEMS

∆ Flashlight Batteries, Bulb 

∆ Camera Batteries 

∆ Matches or Lighter 

∆ Sewing/Repair Kit 

∆ Duct Tape 

∆ Travel Iron or Steamer 

∆ Sink Stopper for Hotel Sinks 

∆ Re-sealable Plastic Bags

TRAVEL HEALTH 

*Please consult the Pre-Travel Health Nurse for help in planning your trip’s vaccination needs. 

∆ Travel Health Booklet 

∆ Pain Reliever 

∆ Cold Medicine 

∆ Diarrhea Medicine 

∆ Laxative 

∆ Insect Protection 

∆ Anti-Itch Cream 

∆ Sun Protection 

∆ Sunburn Relief 

∆ Antibiotic Cream 

∆ Motion Sickness Medication 

∆ Personal Hygiene Items 

∆ Personal Prescriptions 

∆ Water Purification Systems 

∆ Vitamins 

∆ Birth Control

TOILETRIES 

∆ Comb/Brush 

∆ Toothbrush/Paste 

∆ Dental Floss 

∆ Antiperspirant 

∆ Soap – Personal/Laundry 

∆ Skin Care Lotion/Cream 

∆ Throat Lozenges 

∆ Makeup 

∆ Mirror 

∆ Manicure Items 

∆ Hair Care Items 

∆ Razors/Shaving Cream 

∆ Hair Dryer 

∆ Towel/Washcloth 

∆ Travel Bottles (for liquids) 

∆ Eyeglass Prescription 

∆ Eyeglass Case/Cleaner 

HOME CHECKLIST

∆ Advise Bank of future foreign credit card use 

∆ Stop Deliveries 

∆ Have mail picked up or stopped 

∆ Advise home alarm company 

∆ Turn off water 

∆ Arrange for pet and plant care 

∆ Set up a timed lighting system 

∆ Leave house key and itinerary with a neighbour 

∆ Leave itinerary and contact phone numbers with a family member 

∆ Empty refrigerator 

∆ Unplug appliances 

∆ Turn down thermostat (if no pets) 

∆ Turn down hot water heater 

∆ Store valuables in a safe place 

∆ Lock all doors and windows 

∆ Pre-pay bills 

∆ Reconfirm flights with airline