Travel Checklist
1. Pre-Trip Appointments
q Manicure/pedicure
q Eyebrow shaping
q Haircut
q Hair color
2. Pre-Trip Personal To Do
q E-mail whereabouts to Kids
q Stop mail at Post Office – for home and office
q Stop newspaper delivery
q Pay Bills
q Reschedule appointments in conflict with vacation days (housekeeper, trainer, dentist, etc.)
q Contact bank/credit cards to alert them activity will be different
q Check on exchange rates if International travel
q Change phone plan to International
q Get any needed documentation: http://www.immi.gov.au/e_visa/eta.htm
q Schedule pet sitter/leave emergency numbers
q Water indoor plants
q Throw out any fresh flowers
q Pull deck plants under the eaves & water
q Clean out fridge
q Check thermostat
q Empty trash
3. Pre-Trip Business To Do
q Change message on machine
q Set up email vacation/trip message
q Give itinerary to VA/assistant
q Leave To-Do list on desk with items that need first attention upon return
4. Bring in Carry-on
In medium-sized coated bag
q Ear plugs/Eye shades
q Aquaphor/La Mer Lip Balm
q Handkerchief
q Jet Lag tablets
q Driver’s License
q Cash
q Credit cards
Long, narrow zipper bag
q Reading glasses, lens cleaners
q Pens, blue & colored
q Lipstick, lip primer
q Toothpicks
q Mini flashlight
For Comfort
q Neck pillow
q Ear buds
q Layering pieces: Socks/Undershirt/Cashmere sweater/warm scarf
q Fingerless gloves
q Mighty Bright book light
In plastic sheet protector
q Airline ticket/itinerary/boarding pass (or put in iPhone)
q $$$ for skycaps
q ID/Freq Flyer cards (or put in iPhone)
q Hotel & rental car confirmation #s (or put in iPhone)
q Copies of Credit Card fronts/backs
Tech Equipment
q Laptop/Laptop case
q iPad
q iPhone
q Chargers (for laptop, iPad, iPhone)
Writing/Reading
q Newspaper/Book/Mags/Cut out articles
q Morning Pages Notebook
q Pics of family/inspiration cards
q Extra pair prescription glasses
Peace of Mind Must-Haves
q Snacks (almonds/fruit/boiled eggs/cheese/crackers)
q “Important” jewelry – In gray bag
q Prescription drugs
5. Pack in Suitcase – Non Clothing, Non Toiletries
q Umbrella
q Flashlight
q Extra ear plugs/Extra Handkerchiefs
q Paring knife/cloth napkin
6. Toiletries – Hair Care
q Hair dryer (if needed)
q Shampoo/Conditioner
q Products
7. Toiletries – Skin Care
In Green Erin Bag
q Deodorant
q Sun Screen
q Aquaphor
q Q Tips
q Shaver
q Tooth brush/toothpaste/toothpicks
q Dab Off Nail Polish Remover
q Makeup remover wipes
Multi Colored Coated Bag
q Cleanser
q Face moisturizer with SPF
q Serum
q Eye makeup remover
q Cotton pads
q Body lotion
q Magnifying Mirror
8. Toiletries – Makeup
Fuchsia School Case
q MAC Eye shadow
q Laura Mercier Crease Color
q Laura Mercier teal cake eyeliner
q Chanel olive under eye powder
q MAC mineral makeup
q Chanel blush
q Marj’s foundation (optional)
Orange School Case
q Laura Mercier pencil eyeliner
q Laura Mercier eye makeup base
q Tweezers
q Mascara
q Lip Liner
q Lip primer
q Lipstick
q MAC Eye shadow brush
q MAC crease brush
q Laura Mercier eyeliner brush
q Laura Mercier smudge brush
q Old Chanel eyebrow brush
q Chanel Blush Brush
q Powder Foundation brush
q Pencil sharpener
q Emery board/Nail clippers
Small Bag
q Nail polish in separate bag
9. First Aid/Health Aid
q Band Aids
q Neosporin
q Ibuprofen
q Vitamins in day & eve packs
10. Clothes Care
q Gal Pal Deodorant/dirt remover
q Mini Sewing Kit
q Mini roll-on lint remover
11. Pack in Suitcase – Clothes
Eagle Rock Bag
q Thongs
q Bras (black, nude)
q Jammie bottoms
q Jammie tops (long sleeved, short sleeved)
q Handkerchiefs
Exercise Eagle Rock Bag
q Swimwear
q Two T-shirts
q Pant
q Black cotton sweater
q Black polka dot shirt
q Scarf
q Tennis Shoes/socks
q Mini cross body bag with pen, index cards, handkerchief
Eagle Rock Envelope 1
q Day Clothes (tops, layering t-shirts)
q Jean jacket
Eagle Rock Envelope 2
q Black pant, black legging
q Gray sweater
q Cascade sweater
Special Occasion Hanging bag
q Slip
q Dress for wedding
Extra Essentials
q Wedding shoes
q Small handbag
12. Pack in Gray 11” X 15” Document Folder (w/ like subjects in separate sheet protectors)
q Xeroxed Copy of Health Card/Driver’s License/Credit card numbers
q Wardrobe Charts with completed planned outfits
q Business Documents/Client Info
q Restaurant/Lodging/Sightseeing referrals
q City Info/Maps/Guides
q Return flight info/confirmation #s for hotel or car
q Cards/Note cards/Stamps
q Training plans, backup handout copies
q Flash drive with PowerPoint/handouts/training plan
q Business Cards
q Receipt envelope
13. Upon Returning
q Pick up mail at post office
q Change message on machine/listen to messages
q File receipts
q Refill products in toiletries bag or leave note for what needs filling next trip
q File city maps/restaurant or hotel recommendations
q Transfer “good ideas” to action lists
q Attend to the To-Do list left on desk before trip
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