Getting Organized for a Holiday Road Trip
Tuesday, December 9th, 2008
Will you be taking a road trip to visit family members during the holidays? Getting ready for the holidays can be stressful enough, without the added stress of a road trip. When traveling during the holiday season, it’s even more important to be organized, so that you’re not running around at the last minute. Here are a few basic tips to get ready, be organized and be on time!• Write a list of everything that needs to be done before you leave, including gift buying, bills to pay, snacks to bring for the road, etc.
• Arrange for the post office to hold your mail and temporarily stop newspaper deliveries for the duration of your absence, or ask a trusted friend or neighbor to pick up your mail and newspapers.
• Get organized and purchase all holiday gifts early so that you can focus on preparing for your trip during the week of your departure.
• Purchase sample sizes of toiletries you regularly use, or pick up small plastic refill bottles to use for travelling and overnight stays.
• Check your tires to make sure they are properly rotated and inflated and service your car, if necessary.
• Pick up maps and plan your route at least a few days before your trip, so that you can estimate your time of arrival. Allow extra time for breaks on route.
Finally, try to pack light. More weight in your car results in more gas because it has to work extra hard. Travel organizers can help and are designed to help you to pack less and stay organized. Check out some travel organizers here.
Jacquie Ross is a Maryland based Professional Organizer, writer and owner of CastAway the Clutter! Jacquie has been writing for Home Storage USA since 2007. A member of the National Association of Professional Organizers and Maryland Association of Professional Organizers, she teaches homeowners how to reclaim their time and space, and offers Time Management workshops to businesses to maximize productivity. Jacquie can be reached at jacquie@castawaytheclutter.com. Visit CastAway the Clutter to sign up for her free organizing tips at www.castawaytheclutter.com.
