Here’s a Pre-vacation Checklist for a Smooth and Stress-free Trip
Before you embark on your next adventure, make sure your home is safe and well protected with some of the world’s most reliable security devices now available through PLDT Home
Everyone needs a break, period. Whether it’s a camping trip with the family, an out-of-town vacation with friends, or just a quick solo adventure, everybody is entitled to a time when they’re free from any responsibilities. But while the vacation itself is enjoyable, the days leading up to it can cause a mix of excitement and anxiety for some. Aside from handling multiple preparations to packing suitcases, you also have to add measures to secure the safety of your home, especially since there is high risk of robbery and other crimes happening during vacation. A recent report even stated how over 1,000 cases of robberies and 3,142 cases of theft took place in Metro Manila alone in 2022.
To help ease your nerves, we have made a simple checklist you can use to assure that everything is in check before your upcoming trip.
1. Check your itinerary for the whole trip
Have a detailed itinerary and plan your activities ahead of time to avoid surprises that could potentially change the course of your trip. Make sure your itinerary is all filled out so that you won’t miss out on the places you plan to visit and the activities you want to experience.
2. Clean out your refrigerator and garbage bins
While this might sound obvious already, some people tend to forget it. You wouldn’t want to come home to your house reeking of all the perishables you forgot to clean out. Spend some time scouring your fridge and pantry for anything that might expire while you’re away. Consume or donate food that needs to be eaten immediately. Last but not least, don’t forget to sort out your garbage bins to avoid any molds or foul odor.
3. Secure your budget
Part of the preparation process in having a vacation is making sure you are all set—financially speaking. Days before you leave, check your funds to ensure that everything will fit the budget you’ve prepared, plus some extra for emergencies.
4. Double check all reservations made
Because planning for a trip can be quite stressful at times, keeping track of all the reservations made for the vacation might fly over your head. Double check everything if it’s confirmed or already paid for—from your hotel rooms to dinner reservations. Call the receptionist, check your emails, or scan all respective mobile apps. There’s nothing worse than going on a vacation only to find out that the hotel suite you booked was given to someone else because of complications that happened during the booking process.
5. Find a friend who can check on your home from time to time
Although this isn’t an absolute necessity, it’s still a good move to have someone you trust check on your house a few times, especially when you’re expecting packages. On the other hand, this one is super useful especially if you’re going on an extended trip that would require your house to be maintained while you’re away.

6. Make sure your home security is up and running
With all the excitement that’s happening, you might forget to set up your home security. Even though you’ve already arranged with a friend to check on your house periodically, there will still be a time where your home will be unattended. It never hurts to be extra careful.
That is why PLDT Home has recently partnered with smart home security brand eufy—a sub-brand of leading electronics brand Anker—in launching smart home devices, perfect to keep your home and property safe for long periods of time and to ease your mind.

For you to visually monitor your home, both inside and outside, the eufy Indoor Cam 2K, the eufy Outdoor Cam 2 Pro, and the eufy Outdoor Cam 2C have your back. Equipped to capture clear and crisp videos, you can view either the live coverage or the recorded one via their app. The indoor camera, in particular, has built-in artificial intelligence (AI) that can determine where a person or a pet is within the frame and the outdoor cameras are made with waterproof durability with incredible resistance to dust and water. All cameras are also wireless, with the battery lasting for six months to one year.

The eufy Video Doorbell and the eufy Smart Door Lock are also recommended for an extra layer of security. The Doorbell can immediately capture head-to-toe videos of the visitors at the door, which can be viewed through the app. It also has built-in AI that recognizes whether someone is at the door or not. Meanwhile, the Smart Door Lock provides multiple ways for you to lock your home, may it be through biometrics, from the mobile app, the built-in keypad, or a traditional key. Made with an auto-lock feature that immediately locks the door as soon as it closes, it can also be controlled by the homeowner remotely. Both the Video Doorbell and Smart Door Lock are wireless with a long-lasting battery.


There’s no better feeling than just being able to let loose for a moment and push all your worries to the side. That is why it is imperative to make sure that everything is all set, and by the time you return from your vacay, your home can warmly welcome you back.
Feel safe and in control of your house even while you’re away with eufy’s latest security devices now available through PLDT Home. For more information, you may visit PLDT Home’s website.