16 Ways You Can Be Prepared During Traveling This Summer
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16 ways to prepare yourself for your summer travels

Be ready, but have fun.

Shelby Stump
Jun 27, 2018
Mississippi State University
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16 ways to prepare yourself for your summer travels
Shelby Stump

It is summer time which means family vacations, friend vacations, and solo vacations.

1. Always have backup identification

​When it comes to flying, you must have some form of identification to board your flight. Accidents happen, and you might lose a form of identification which is why a backup is extremely important.

2. Always have a credit card and cash

Debit cards can act up when traveling sometimes. You always want a credit card in case you get stranded and need a place ,buy another plane ticket, more gas, bus ticket, etc. It is just important to have all forms of money incase one form does not work.

3. Put necessities in your carry-on

I have done this since I can remember. It is so important to put your toothbrush, toothpaste, extra change of clothes, phone chargers, all of the things you need on a day-to-day basis just incase your luggage gets lost and it is not a quick fix.

4. If you are going in your car, take an extra set of car keys.

Don't keep the extra set in your purse either. If you lose your keys, purse is stolen, etc…you need to be able to get in your vehicle. Keep the extra keys in your luggage, hotel room, some place separate but some place you will still have access to.

5. Make a copy of the important cards in your wallet.

If your wallet or purse is stolen, would you really be able to remember what cards you have that need to be cancelled immediately?

6. Call your debit/credit card companies before you travel.

Some banks will lock down your account if they don't know you are traveling because they think somebody stole your card. If you call them and let them know you are going to be in Florida (for example) they will not shut your card down.

7. If you wear contacts, take an extra set!

It is a pain to lose or tear one and then, there you are not being able to see!

8. Always let someone else back home know your travel agenda.

Worst case scenario, people will have an idea to where to find you if you come up MIA (missing in action). Touch base periodically if travel plans change.

9. Make sure you have health insurance cards and vehicle insurance information with you.

When you are hours from home, you will be glad you had it with you when you have to make a trip to the emergency room or have a vehicle accident.

10. Have a “stop” put on your mail or arrange for someone to collect your mail while you’re gone.

You receive important information in the mail, and you shouldn't have that kind of stuff just hanging out in a box outside of your house.

11. Turn that A/C thermostat DOWN/UP before you leave.

At least 3-4 degrees below or above your normal settings. No sense in paying for extra comfort levels and energy when nobody is home.

12. If you turn your water valve feed to your home off, you must set your water heater to “Vacation”, “away”, or “pilot” setting.

Water heaters may drain after water pressure is turned off and the electric or gas element will continue to run causing damage and possibly a fire.

13. Have lights inside the home set on timers to go on and off during the day and night to give the appearance that someone is home.

It's just a safety thing.

14. Always travel with a flashlight, towel or blanket, electrical tape, screwdrivers, pliers, and water in your vehicle.

In the event of being stranded on the road, these items can be crucial.

15. Always keep phones charged on a regular basis.

Be prepared for the unexpected. You never know when something could happen to keep you from being able to charge your phone and if you are in an area of poor connection, your phone battery can drain rapidly.

16. Keep a tire plug kit and a portable air compressor in your car

You may have a spare tire, but the lugs may be on so tight that you cant get the flat tire off (It's not a man-thing. Sometimes tire shops over tighten those lug nuts). If it's just a minor puncture, you can plug it, air it up, and move on. Beats sitting on the side of the road for hours waiting on AAA.

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