Ready for your self-catering cottage holiday? Here are some things to arrange before you set off and a list of items you might decide to bring…
To arrange
- Arrange for pet and plant care. (or book a pet friendly cottage)
- Stop routine deliveries.
- Make your home seem lived-in while away by putting lights and a radio on timers
- Turn down thermostat.
- Empty refrigerator
- Leave keys and itinerary with a friend.
- Lock windows, garage, and doors.
- Notify local police or neighbourhood watch of your absence
To gather and pack:
- Guide books and maps
- Passport and visa(s), Personal ID (Drivers license)
- Student ID (for discount access to museums etc.)
- Foreign currency of your destination country
- Cash & Credit cards (foreign currencies?)
- Coins for tolls
- Travelers checks or ATM card
- Insurance: Trip Cancellation/Medical
- Photocopies of documentation
- Birth Certificate (if necessary)
- Marriage License (if necessary)
- Tickets & itinerary
- Hotel Reservations
- Special Event Reservations
- Paper printout of emergency contacts
Posted by cottages4you 
