Last minute holiday preparation
If you are benefiting from the reductions that travel companies offer for last minute packages then why not follow our handy tips to organising everything efficiently so you don’t panic at the last minute. If you are travelling with a spouse or partner then all you need to do is chuck a few things in a suitcase, if however you have children this may not be as easy as it sounds, so here are some tips.
Last minute holiday tips
- If you are going or plan to go on a beach holiday then get out the suitcases and start packing the basics such as swimwear, beach towels and summer clothes. As British weather can be unpredictable even if the weather was to get better you can always dig them out the suitcase if you need them.
- Don’t pack toiletries such as shampoo, shower gel and sun cream. If you get them at the airport you will save luggage allowance, also buy the small travel sizes as they are likely to run out before you travel back. Sun cream, after sun products and insect repellent is usually always on offer at the airport so save some money and also luggage allowance here.
- Shop around on airport parking deals so you have an idea of how much it costs, most places require at least 24 hours notice for you to benefit from airport parking discounts of up to 70%.
- Have a bag packed if you have a young child or toddler that still needs milk or nappies, it’ll save time if the bag has already been pre-packed. As children are also allowed to bring on hand luggage use it to your full advantage by stocking up on nappies and other baby essentials for when you are on holiday.
- If you have house plants don’t neglect them, buy slow water feeders that slowly release water or plant food, they can cost as little £1 and will last 28 days.
- If you are going on a family holiday make sure everyone knows that they will be travelling, it’s a pain because young children will keep talking about it but if they are involved they will help out more and there will be less reliant on you to do everything.
- Make a list of things that need to be packed such as underwear, pyjamas and shoes. There are some items that need to be packed at the end such as toothbrushes and chargers for mobile phones; cameras and camcorders so don’t forget them either.
- Make sure all windows and doors are locked with the keys out of site and not still in the keyhole, if you have a light timer then use it for the evening to make it look like people are home.
You shouldn’t really tell all your neighbours if you are going on holiday as you don’t want to advertise an empty house to the whole neighbourhood. If you are worried about your house leave your keys with a good trusted friend or relative that can check or drive by the house daily.
By taking note of these handy tips you can save time as well as money, don’t be afraid to book last minute because of the preparation just be organised and prepared.