What should I do 3 days before vacation?

Things to do a few days before your trip:
  1. Notify your credit card / bank about your travel plans.
  2. Take out cash you'll need for your trip.
  3. Make copies of important documents (such as your passport and IDs)
  4. Print hard copies of travel reservations (hotel, car rental, flights)
  5. Enter important numbers into your phone.




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As recommended by the CDC, you should get tested with a viral test 1-3 days before your trip—some destinations may even require you to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test result to avoid a mandatory quarantine. In any case, make sure you get tested with enough time to receive your results back before you travel.

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Below are some tips to help prevent or manage jet lag.
  1. Adjust to a new time zone by following the local sleep and meal schedules as soon as possible.
  2. Listen to your body and rest when needed.
  3. Avoid drinking too much alcohol.
  4. Eat well-balanced meals and avoid overeating.
  5. Exercise as much as you can.


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Luggage Hacks
  • Buy a set of luggage scales. Portable luggage scale. ...
  • Use packing cubes. pack by cubes. ...
  • Use a luggage storage company like BagsAway. ...
  • Get a travel credit card. ...
  • Travel during the shoulder season. ...
  • Download TV and movies offline. ...
  • Keep a copy of essential documents with you. ...
  • Book everything well in advance.


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2. Do the clothing countdown: If you need a mantra to help streamline your wardrobe, use the 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 rule for a weeklong trip: Limit yourself to no more than five sets of socks and underwear, four tops, three bottoms, two pairs of shoes and one hat. The list should be adjusted to suit your needs.

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Disinfect Your Toilets If toilets go a long time without being flushed, the inside of the bowl can become stained. If you take a couple minutes and pour ½ cup of bleach into each bowl, they will be clean when you come back.

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