When you are planning to take a trip somewhere, you should not just run off still pulling on your jacket or start packing and planning at the last possible moment. That is how mistakes get made, how you forget the basics and essential items you need to have thought of beforehand. That is why it is almost mandatory that you have and follow a proper travel checklist, where you can cross off one priority after another, ensuring you have done everything you need. Here are a few basic tips to get you started.