Don't forget anything with our holiday checklist

Packing your suitcase stressful? Always afraid of forgetting something on holiday? That is a thing of the past thanks to TopParken's extensive holiday checklist. With our special holiday checklist, you will be well prepared for your trip. From electronics to care, we have thought of everything. This saves you a lot of hassle, because of course hassle is not part of a holiday. Use our checklist and enjoy a top holiday in the Netherlands. Time to pack!

Tip: print the holiday checklist and tick off what you have packed.

Electronics

Top of our holiday checklist: electronics! We can't live without our smartphone, tablet and laptop anymore, so they just have to come along. And the best memories? You capture them with your camera! A few things you should definitely not forget:

• All necessary chargers and batteries
• Batteries
• E-reader
• Photo camera and memory card(s)
• Game computer and games (incl. connecting cables)
• GoPro
• Laptop
• Earplugs / headphones
• Shaver
• Selfie stick
• Smartphone
• Smartwatch
• Tripod for camera
• Tablet
• Extension cord

Clothing and accessories

What is your holiday destination? How long are you going on holiday? You should ask yourself these questions before starting this part of the holiday checklist. After all, you will need different items for a weekend in the Veluwe than for a two-week holiday by the sea.

• Glasses
• Sweatpants
• Dresses
• Underwear
• Umbrella
• Cap or hat against the sun
• Pyjamas
• Rainwear
• Jewellery
• Slippers and/or sandals
• Slippers
• Socks
• (Jeans
• Sportswear
• Beach towels
• Jumpers and/or vests
• T-shirts
• (Shoes and/or boots
• Windbreaker
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear

Care

This holiday checklist is obviously not complete without grooming items. Products that you can easily forget, but that you use every day. So quickly check whether the products below are already in your suitcase:

• Aftershave
• Aftersun
• Birth control pill
• Body lotion
• Condoms
• Contact lenses
• Conditioner
• Deodorant
• Shower gel
• Floss
• Hair dryer or other hair tool
• Gel/wax
• Face cream
• Hair elastics and clips
• Hairspray
• Comb and/or brush
• Ladyshave
• Lens solution
• Lip balm
• Sanitary towels and/or tampons
• Make-up
• Make-up remover
• Make-up mirror
• Mosquito spray
• Nail varnish
• Nail polish remover
• Nail clippers
• Depilatory cream
• Earplugs
• Perfume
• Tweezers
• Razor blades
• Shaving foam
• Shampoo
• Toothbrushes
• Toothpaste
• Vaseline
• Cotton pads
• Cotton buds
• Sunscreen

Kids

Are you going on holiday with your toddler or baby? Then being well prepared is a must. We give you a helping hand. Have you already thought about the following items from our holiday checklist?

• Changing mat
• Baby wipes
• Baby monitor
• Baby food
• Baby ointment
• Baby carrier
• Baby cup(s)
• Fleece blanket
• Bottle warmer
• Dummy
• Towels / hydrophilic towels
• Cot / carrycot
• Baby bath
• Children's nasal spray
• Children's paracetamol
• Pushchair / buggy
• Booster seat
• Clothes
• Cuddly toy(s)
• Pumping device
• Nappies
• Nappy ointment
• Remedy for colic
• Anti-nappy rash remedy
• Remedy for earache
• Parasol
• Rompers
• Sleeping bag
• Bibs
• Toys
• Rocking chair

Relax

You go on holiday to relax! The items below provide entertainment and ensure that you enjoy your well-earned holiday 100%. And that goes for your (grand)children, but certainly for yourself too!

• Ball
• Book(s)
• Puzzle book(s)
• Games
• Table tennis bats
• Magazines
• Fishing tackle

The dog comes along

Is your dog going on holiday with you? Then make sure you have everything with you to make sure not only you, but also your dog, have a good time. Also read our blog with 8 handy tips for a weekend away with the dog to be extra well prepared for your holiday.

• Brush
• Pet passport
• Long leash with ground pin
• Basket
• Toys
• Tick tongs
• Food and water bowl
• Feed

Medical

Medical items, they should definitely not be missing from this holiday checklist. Of course, you hope not to need them, but an accident is in a small corner. That's why it's handy to pack the following items:

• Anti-insect repellent
• Diarrhoea medicine
• Disinfectant hand gel
• First aid kit
• Throat tablets
• Mouth mask
• Nasal spray
• Norit
• Paracetamol
• Personally prescribed medicines
• Tick tongs
• Wasp tongs
• Car sickness medication
• Health card(s)

Money and valuables

Without your bank card, credit card, money, identity card and driving licence, your holiday cannot begin. Hence, the items below should not be missing from our holiday checklist:

• Bank card(s) and/or credit card
• Cash for emergencies
• Identity card
• Driving licence

Before you leave

So far this holiday checklist has only consisted of things you actually take with you, but have you thought about important things you need to take care of at home? We list these for you:

• Set up alarm system
• Take or throw away perishable food
• Locking doors
• Hazard triangle
• Car green card
• Pets staying at home (walking service)
• Car registration certificate
• Coolant and engine oil
• Jack and spare wheel
• Plants
• Mail
• Windows closed (and locked)
• Spare car keys (with new battery)
• Hand over spare house key to babysitter
• Spare car lights
• Car damage forms
• Jump leads
• Leave holiday address
• Safety vests
• Lighting (or set automatic lighting, so it looks like you are at home, handy!)
• Heating / thermostat
• Rubbish container

On the road

Last but not least: important stuff for on the road! Make sure you have a comfortable car ride so you can start your holiday completely relaxed. The last items you can tick off this holiday checklist are:

• Rubbish bags
• Drink
• Food
• Navigation system
• Games for the back seat

The best holiday in your own country at TopParken 💙

Everything ticked off and your suitcase packed? Then you can start enjoying your well-earned holiday! And where better to do this than at one of the TopParken holiday parks? Choose from 12 top locations in the Netherlands: from the Veluwe to the coast. With us, you book directly at your favourite park, so you always benefit from the lowest price. Enjoy plenty of peace and quiet in a detached holiday home with a spacious garden and beautiful nature reserves always nearby. Moreover, as a guest, you have unlimited use of the excellent park facilities. Will we see you soon?

✔ Always the lowest price
✔ No unexpected costs