Going on a trip over the holiday season? Here’s a checklist that may be helpful. Our favorite vacations are Caribbean cruises and weekends in Orlando. Of course, cruising brings up the topic of KILLER KNOTS, my latest Bad Hair Day mystery set to debut next week. Reading this story will put you in the mood for a cruise. Those of you on my snail mail list should be seeing a postcard in your mailbox any day now.

Please consider sharing a Marla Shore novel with your family and friends as a gift this December. Or discover them for the first time yourself. Enjoy a humorous mystery set on a cruise ship as Marla and friends set sail on the Tropical Sun. Available at your favorite bookstore or order online. Bon voyage!

Cash/Travelers Checks/ATM card/Credit cards

Checkbook

For Cruises/Overseas: Passport

Hotel/Air/Cruise Ship documents

Camera

Notebook Computer & codes/PDA/iPod

Cell phone & charger

Medications

Umbrella

Cosmetics/Toiletries/Shower Cap

Nightwear

Sweater

Day and Evening wear

Shoes/Handbags/Jewelry

Underwear/socks/hosiery

Swimwear/sandals

Hand Sanitizer/wipes

Laundry bag

DVD/CDs

Books to read

Maps/itinerary/tour books

Snacks/water bottles

Sunglasses/Hat

Sun screen lotion

Notebook & Pens

Computer backup disk

List of contact addresses

Driving Trips: Cooler

Backup copies of credit card info/toll-free emergency numbers

Okay, What Did I Forget?    Where are YOU going on your next vacation?