{"id":3452,"date":"2025-06-20T16:22:03","date_gmt":"2025-06-20T20:22:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/?p=3452"},"modified":"2025-07-07T17:45:14","modified_gmt":"2025-07-07T21:45:14","slug":"top-10-things-leaving-vacation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/blog\/top-10-things-leaving-vacation\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Things to do Before Leaving on Vacation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- [if gte mso 9]><xml>\n<w:WordDocument>\n<w:View>Normal<\/w:View>\n<w:Zoom>0<\/w:Zoom>\n<w:PunctuationKerning\/>\n<w:ValidateAgainstSchemas\/>\n<w:SaveIfXMLInvalid>false<\/w:SaveIfXMLInvalid>\n<w:IgnoreMixedContent>false<\/w:IgnoreMixedContent>\n<w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText>false<\/w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText>\n<w:Compatibility>\n<w:BreakWrappedTables\/>\n<w:SnapToGridInCell\/>\n<w:WrapTextWithPunct\/>\n<w:UseAsianBreakRules\/>\n<w:DontGrowAutofit\/>\n<\/w:Compatibility>\n<w:BrowserLevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4<\/w:BrowserLevel>\n<\/w:WordDocument>\n<\/xml><![endif]--><\/p>\n<p><!-- [if gte mso 9]><xml>\n<w:LatentStyles DefLockedState=\"false\" LatentStyleCount=\"156\">\n<\/w:LatentStyles>\n<\/xml><![endif]--><!-- [if gte mso 10]>\n\n\n\n<style>\n \/* Style Definitions *\/<br \/>\n table.MsoNormalTable<br \/>\n\t{mso-style-name:\"Table Normal\";<br \/>\n\tmso-tstyle-rowband-size:0;<br \/>\n\tmso-tstyle-colband-size:0;<br \/>\n\tmso-style-noshow:yes;<br \/>\n\tmso-style-parent:\"\";<br \/>\n\tmso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt;<br \/>\n\tmso-para-margin:0in;<br \/>\n\tmso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt;<br \/>\n\tmso-pagination:widow-orphan;<br \/>\n\tfont-size:10.0pt;<br \/>\n\tfont-family:\"Times New Roman\";<br \/>\n\tmso-ansi-language:#0400;<br \/>\n\tmso-fareast-language:#0400;<br \/>\n\tmso-bidi-language:#0400;}<br \/>\n<\/style>\n\n<![endif]--><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Organization is the key to travel success. When your schedule involves frequent business trips, having a set plan will ease the frantic pace that can be an unwelcome part of the journey. While you know that a <\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/\">short term rentals Toronto<\/a><\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\"> has been the secret to a smooth and seamless stay during your travels, it\u2019s sometimes a little more challenging to have peace of mind that you\u2019ve left everything at home in working order. Here are 10 quick and easy things to do before leaving on vacation that will help keep you on track the next time you head out the door. By using this checklist as a starting point, you won\u2019t have the feeling as though you\u2019ve left something (or someone) behind.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Keep An Emergency Folder<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Include a copy of your flight or train itinerary, the address and contact information of the <\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.delsuites.com\/locations\/short-term-rental-locations.php\">furnished apartment<\/a><\/span><span lang=\"EN-CA\"> at your destination and personal information such as your credit card and passport. Having these resources available at your office and home not only ensures that your colleagues and family members will be able to reach you if needed, but that you\u2019ll be able to have access to the information you need should you lose something during your travels.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Keep Your Neighbours In The Loop<\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Ensure that one or two of your closest neighbours are aware of your departure dates as well as when you\u2019ll be returning. Keeping neighbours in the loop means they\u2019ll have a watchful eye on your home should any unusual activity occur. Arrange to have a close friend or family member check in on your home while you\u2019re away, collecting any mail and double checking that your home is in order \u2013 just be sure your neighbours are aware that someone will be stopping by.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Forward Your Phone Calls and Emails<\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Have your home phone number forwarded to your mobile device. This will ensure that you\u2019ll be available, and give the impression that you\u2019re in the area to prevent your home from being compromised. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Organize Pet Care<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Whether you\u2019re having someone come into your home to pet sit or bringing your pup to a kennel, it\u2019s important to have the arrangements made well in advance. Along with keeping additional pet food and treats available, you may want to purchase a new toy or two for the caregiver to give to your pet. During the first few days you\u2019re away it may be a difficult adjustment period for your pet and a surprise may be a good distraction.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Rearrange plants<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Keep your plants in a sink during the time you\u2019re traveling will not only make it easier for the person who is watching your home to water, but it will also ensure they don\u2019t forget to keep plants well hydrated. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Reduce Your Electricity Ouput<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Turn off any electronics and unplug small appliances such as your blender or coffee maker to help reduce your home energy consumption.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Clean Your Kitchen<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-CA\">From the fridge to the compost to the dishwasher, clean your culinary space from top to bottom. Freeze any leftovers, pitch the perishables and make a list of what you\u2019ll need when you return. While it may be a bit of a chore to do before you leave, you\u2019ll be happy you did once you\u2019ve returned from your travels.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Refill Prescriptions<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Even if you\u2019re mid-way through your current prescriptions, having refills in your carry on is essential. You\u2019ll be happy you did if your luggage containing medication gets delayed, or worse \u2013 lost. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Hire Outdoor Maintenance Help<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Keeping freshly cut grass or a shovelled driveway is a good indication that people are home. Hiring someone to do your yard work while you\u2019re away will help you keep up the appearance and illusion that the house isn\u2019t vacant. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"EN-CA\">Keep DelSuites\u2019 top ten things to do before leaving on vacation in mind and we know you\u2019ll have a stress and worry free trip. 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