Prior to Leaving

• Bring dollar bills for tipping – at airport, hotel, etc.
  
  
• Leave emergency contact names and phone numbers with your family
  
  
• Notify banks and credit card companies re ATM usage
  
  
• Stop Mail delivery
  
  
• Make long-term parking reservation/hire limo
  
  
• Contact cell phone carrier for foreign travel calls
  
  
• Water plants
  
  
• Turn off heat / AC
  
  
• Check weather a few days before your trip to pack the right clothing
  
  
• Make arrangements for pets
  
  
• Leave itinerary for family