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The Day Before You Cruise | 8 Home Prep Steps Not to Forget!

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👁️ 110 views📅 7 months ago⏱️ 5:52
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Creator's Key Takeaways

Yep, this is my ceiling all over my stairs. A nice surprise that I came home to from my cruise.

All because I left out one little detail of my home prep before I left.

I will never forget to make sure that attic door is secure and closed from now on.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Clean and empty the refrigerator before leaving.
✓Check and set timers for lights and sprinklers.
✓Inspect water faucets and connections to prevent frozen pipes.
✓Arrange for lawn care or mowing.
✓Pause mail and packages or have a neighbor pick them up.
✓Set the thermostat to save energy and ensure comfort upon return.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Forgetting home prep details — Follow a checklist to ensure all steps are completed, including securing the attic door.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat home prep steps should I do before a cruise?
QHow can I avoid a home disaster while on vacation?

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8 Home Prep things to do around your house Before You Cruise! Learn from my mistake and avoid a home disaster before your next vacation! This video includes a vacation checklist to help with your pre-trip checklist, so you can do some home prep before your trip! Make sure you have your packing checklist ready! Home Prep Checklist: beforeyoucruise.tpstravels.com/checklists Packing Checklists: https://cruiseplanning.tpstravels.com/packing-checklist https://www.tpstravels.com https://www.instagram.com/tps_travels/reels https://www.pinterest.com/TPsTravels https://www.x.com/TpsTravels *Affiliate links listed below* If you make a purchase, I could make a small commission* https://www.viator.com/partner-shop/tpstravels Shore Excursions https://expedia.com/affiliates/tps_travels/home Equipment I use when recording: Amazon Prime As of 7/2/24 30-day free trial offer. Expiration unknown. https://amzn.to/4cpXM64 Movo Wireless Microphone https://amzn.to/3VHux7L iPhone Selfie Stick Tripod https://amzn.to/3XJNn0E Selfie Stick https://amzn.to/3zjxxPY Ring Light with Stand https://amzn.to/4cJ8F2u Phone Gimbal Stabilizer https://amzn.to/4eH58Ul Phone Video Stabilizer Grip Vlogging Cage https://amzn.to/3W3OgQf Sony ZV-1 Vlogging Camera https://amzn.to/4bsfrsD GoPro Hero 12 https://amzn.to/3xErftM