Holiday Checklist
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Paperwork and money
Passport, drivers licence, visas
Scan passport and send copy to your own e-mail inbox (very helpful if passport gets stolen)
Address book and emergency numbers and contact details
Travel tickets, directions, hotel contact details
Cash and foreign currency
Travellers cheques
Credit card, debit card, ATM card
Map and guide book
Travel kit
Swiss army knife
Suitcase, luggage ID tags, luggage locks
Travel alarm clock
Camera, batteries, film or memory card - keep in carry-on baggage
Mini sewing kit, scissors - keep in checked baggage
Laundry bag, Ziploc plastic bags, soap packets, travel iron
Notebook and pen
Travel first aid kit (including Immodium, salt tablets, plasters, motion sickness pills)
Book, magazine, playing cards, games, walkman/mp3 player
Sleeping bag, pillow, earplugs
Laptop, power plug adapters, modem plug adapter
Torch, batteries
Binoculars
Keys, phone, phone charger, watch, wallet, purse, handbag
Mosquito net and repellent (if travelling to areas with high risk)
Clothing
When it comes to clothing, your destination plays a large part in what you need to pack, but here is a basic guideline:
Socks, underwear
Trousers, skirts, shorts
Shirts, blouses, t-shirts
Swimming costume, sun hat, sunglasses
Jacket, raincoat
Sensible shoes
Pyjamas
Smart clothes
Toiletries
We've all accidentally left some of them at home before which can be inconvenient and costly!
Comb, brush
Shaver, razor, shaving cream
Aftershave, perfume
Toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, mouthwash, lipbalm
Deodorant
Cotton buds
Soap, shampoo, towelettes
Sunscreen, after-sun lotion
Glasses, contact lenses, contact lens solution
And lastly don't forget any prescription medicines and the prescription if you require needles.
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Presented by:
Bianca Hendriks
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Introduction
Who it's for
This Holiday Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your Holiday essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven Holiday structure instead of a blank page
- Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
- Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
- Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time
How to use it
How to use this Holiday Checklist
- Save Holiday Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
- Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Holiday (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
- If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
- Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.