Going on vacation is an exciting experience that is even more so when going on a beach vacation. Amidst the excitement, it is easy to forget some critical steps to take and actions to perform before leaving your home for a trip.
With that said, here are six quick tasks to take care of before embarking on your beach vacation.
Check Your Credit Card Expiration Date
A potential vacation spoiler is an untimely credit card malfunction. To avoid this, check the expiry date on your credit card. Companies such as SoFi will alert you before your SoFi credit card expiry date but always confirm before your trip in case you miss it.
You should also alert the credit company of your intended vacation plans via online form or a phone call. Alerting them will help them prepare for unusual activity, which they will have otherwise used as a valid factor to block the card or even freeze your account.
Furthermore, you must ensure you have enough credit on your card to cover your trip’s expenses and incidentals.
Reconfirm Your Bookings And Reservations
Before leaving your home, it is vital to double-check your hotel, restaurant, and beach reservations. This double check will ensure you have a convenient check-in and help the hotel, restaurant, and beach prepare for your arrival.
If you plan on fishing or sailing, it is likewise a good idea to double-check your boat reservations, especially if you are going during peak seasons when there might be a shortage due to high demand.
Also, if you plan on traveling with a pet, you should research the rules and guidelines of your destination, flight, or other travel means. It would be best to look up pet-friendly hotels, restaurants, and parks to prevent your reservations from turning you down on arrival.
It is a good idea to print out all confirmation slips and write down confirmation numbers and customer service phone lines to ensure easy accessibility. This will especially come in useful in a situation where you lose your phone during the trip.
Check The Weather
A weather check is a no-brainer when embarking on a beach vacation, as the weather plays a vital role. The weather should have been a critical factor in choosing the dates of your holiday, as quite obviously, summer will be the best time for a beach trip.
But even then, it is essential to check and recheck the weather of your destination as it is susceptible to change and can determine the activities and outcome of your trip. Knowing the weather forecast also helps you pack suitable clothing and footwear.
Clear Out Your Refrigerator And Other Perishables
A simple vacation rule is to leave your house the way you hope to meet it. You do not want to return to a stinky fridge and home, so eating, giving away, or disposing of all your perishable foods before your vacation is vital.
It would help if you also threw out the trash, cleared the dishwater, and brought in all outdoor furniture to prevent damage.
Contact Your Home Security System Provider
Before leaving for your trip, it is equally vital to alert operators of your home security system. Once alerted, they will be extra responsive to any movements around your house or any alarm trips as they know you are not around.
They may also perform more frequent house runs at your directive to ensure everything is in order.
Make Advance Payments On Bills
Another proactive task to perform before your vacation is to pay your bills in advance, especially when they have due dates during your trip.
In addition to avoiding late fees, this practice will make your return all the more convenient as you do not want to get home without access to electricity, water, or other amenities.
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