Preparation for Business travel has a tendency to be very stressful. Not only are you concerned with traveling, you are concerned with making a positive business impression: you would like to make sure you are at your destination on time and ready for your event. As with business planning, successful business travel requires preparation. A well-planned business trip allows you to focus on the business portion of the trip without worrying about the travel arrangements.
I have developed multiple checklist to help you get ready for travel without adding any additional stress:
Key Considerations for Travel Domestic or International Travel (List of considerations)
- Flight Tickets/Confirmation #
- Passport/Visa/Birth Certificate
- Driver’s License/International Driver’s License
- Birth Certificates/Marriage License
- Cash/ Credit Cards/ Debit Card/ Traveler’s Checks
- Hotel/ Accommodation Reservations
- Car Rental Reservations
- Foreign Currency/Coins for Tolls
- Special Event Reservations
- Business Cards
- Print This List (For Repacking)
- Emergency Numbers/Embassy Address
- Pre-Paid Phone Card
- Medical Information/ Vaccination Documents & Copies of Prescriptions
- Vouchers/Coupons/Tickets
- Itinerary
- Travel Guide(s)/Maps & Directions
- Foreign-Language Dictionary/Phrase Book
- Journal/ Notebook & Pen
Electronic items to take with you onto the trip (Business Travel Checklist)
- Cell Phone & Cell Phone Charger
- Camera, Manual, Charger, Extra Memory/Battery
- Video Camera, Manual, Charger, Extra Memory/Battery
- Smartphone/Laptop/PDA & Charger
- Electronic Game/Music Player & Charger
- Headphones (Ear Bud/Noise Canceling)
- Compact DVD Player & DVDs
- Gaming Console & Games (For kids if they follow you on the trip)
- Plug & Voltage Adaptors for Foreign Countries
- Extra items in some categories (i.e. headphones, chargers, camera batteries)
Before leaving the house (Business Travel Checklist)
- Arrange For Pet & Plant Care
- Stop Routine Deliveries
- Set Automatic Times for Several Lights & Radio/TV
- Turn Down Thermostat (Use Vacation mode, if available)
- Empty Refrigerator
- Leave Keys & Itinerary With A Friend
- Lock Windows, Garage, & Doors
- Notify postal office and complete mail delivery form
Other Helpful items for the trip (Checklist)
- Sunglasses
- Anti-Bacterial Wipes or Gel
- Small Sewing Kit/Safety Pins
- First Aid Kit
- Instant Glue
- Mini Duct Tape
- Keys
- Luggage Locks
- Massage Oil
- Re-Sealable Zipper Storage Bags
- Garbage Bags
- Board Games/Playing Cards
- Cotton Swabs
- Scented Candle
- Ear Plugs
- Sports Gear
- Umbrella
- Reading Material
- Tweezers/Nail Clippers
- Small Mirror
- Small Flashlight
- Eyeglass Repair Kit/Lens Cloth
- Fabric Glue
- Toothpicks
- Stain Remover Pen or Wipes
- Multi-Tool Pocket Knife
- Multi-Purpose Tool
- Blow Dryer
- Food Bars or Emergency Snack Food
Download Excel Business Travel Budget Planner Checklist
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