Pre-Trip To Do List

To really enjoy your trip, it helps to take care of things at home first. Our free printable pre-trip to-do list makes it easy to get organized before you leave for the airport.

The checklist covers everything from putting your mail on hold to emptying the fridge and setting your email auto-reply. It helps keep your home safe and makes coming back as easy as your trip.

Pre-Trip To Do List

How to prepare your home for a stress-free vacation?

Preparing for a trip is about more than just packing a suitcase; it’s about ensuring your home remains secure and your return is organized. Follow this simple timeline to get "travel-ready":

  • Check Your Kitchen: Three days before you leave, use our Fridge Inventory List to find food that will go bad soon. Try to eat or throw out anything that will spoil before you get back, so your kitchen does not smell bad.
  • Take Care of Your Plans: Inform your bank when you will be traveling, and take photos of your passport and ID on your phone. Save these photos in a safe online folder in case you lose your actual documents.
  • Get Your Home Ready: On the morning you leave, use our pre-trip log to do a last check. Unplug small appliances, take out the kitchen trash, and set your thermostat to save energy while you are gone.

More Travel Related Templates

  • Map out your journey. Once your home is secure, use our Daily Travel Itinerary to plan your activities.
  • Pack with precision. Cross-reference your to-do list with our Travel Packing List to ensure you have every essential.
  • Don't lose your habits while away. Use our Daily Routine Checklist to maintain your wellness routine on the road.

Pre-Trip To Do List

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