Imagine this: You’re ready to go on the best vacation of your life, anticipating the perilous lift off of the plane when… you realize you forgot to pack something you needed. I’m probably not the only one. Packing for a trip or vacation is usually an easy task, however, the creeping paranoia that can set in when you think you may have forgotten something is agonizing, and at some unfortunate times, correct. Not only that, but with vacation during the school year comes… missed class time, and of course, homework. Homework that when brought along on your trip may very well end up being done last minute (who hasn’t done this at least once before?) All in all, preparations for a trip can definitely bring anxiety, that can sometimes carry on to when you are actually on vacation. How to avoid these worrisome feelings, you ask? Well, read on, my friend, and find out three great tips!
Tip 1: Make a check list of what you need to pack.
Making a list sounds simple enough, but trust me when I say people tend to overlook doing this, and just make a mental list in their head. Unless you have a really accurate memory, your mental list of things to pack is sure to go awry somewhere, and writing out a check list makes everything much easier to keep track of. Also, don’t just generalize your list with words like clothing or toiletries. Be specific! Know exactly what kinds of clothes you’re going to pack by making a list of them; that way you won’t miss a thing. Don’t forget the important stuff either, like your phone and phone charger. Whatever you find is absolutely essential to pack with your should be on the list, so you don’t have to feel paranoid by it when you pack.
Tip 2: Try to finish your homework before going on vacation, or a least on the plane.
Going on vacation during school days, especially in high school, can be difficult. Depending on how long you’re gone for, you may find yourself with a pile of homework to do, otherwise you’ll find yourself playing catchup when you get back. To really fully enjoy your vacation, at least try to finish all the work for school you need to before you leave. If you have to, bring it with you. It’s so much better feeling accomplished going home after a nice vacation knowing you finished all your homework ahead of time than it is feeling dread knowing you’ll have to catch up and finish everything last minute when you get back.
Tip 3: Double check everything before heading to the airport.
Yes, you read that right. Double check everything. With how long it takes to get through customs, it’s highly unlikely that once you get to the airport that if you forget something you’ll be able to quickly go home. The airport is pretty much the point of no return, so you better be sure that you’re all ready to go by then. Double check your list, and if you have any, double check the school work you’re bringing. Remember that forgetting even one thing can affect your mood for at least a part of the trip, especially if it was something you actually needed.
Alright, these are my three tips for how to prepare for a vacation. Hope that you keep these tips in mind next time you go on a trip!
