Holiday Checklist
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Introduction
Our Holiday Checklist is designed to help you pack efficiently and ensure nothing essential is forgotten before your trip. From important paperwork to clothing and toiletries, this thorough template covers every aspect of your travel preparations. Click Save to use this checklist and customize it in our Checklist App, allowing you to sync across devices and collaborate with family or friends. Stay organized and make your holiday planning seamless, so you can focus on enjoying your time away.
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All 47 items included
- 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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Views: 230
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Uses: 27
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Tasks: 47
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.
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Scores 4.80 with 104 votes