This presentation outline how to use the resources from the Louisville Southwest Public Library to plan your next vacation

1. Southwest Louisville Public Library
9725 Dixie Highway,
Louisville, Kentucky 40272

2. In this presentation we are going to demonstrate how to plan your
next vacation using resources from the Louisville Public Library to….

3. In addition, we will also be providing you with a worksheet you can use
next time you are planning a vacation and tips on how to ensure your
home is safe while you are gone

4. • Think about hobbies or areas of
interest and use these as a basis in
your search to find the optimal
destinations to visit
• Consider more than one destination
for your trip, and think about friends
or family you could visit along the way

5. Visit the library or use the online catalog to search for
books that can provide more insight places you may
like to visit.
Keyword Examples:
• Top US Destinations by category
(such as national monuments,
outdoor activities, world record
holders, National Parks, etc.)
• Traveling with children, Traveling
with Pets
• Road Trip
• Top Dining in the US

6. Use the library’s internet services to visit websites to
find out about destinations you might want to visit
Use Websites such as
TripAdvisor.com to
find reviews or
locations and
suggested attractions

7. • When choosing a date, keep in mind holidays because
costs for hotel, car rental or flights are typically increased
• Consider using a non-traditional accommodations
website such as airbnb.com
• Sign up for e-newsletters, specials and promotions from
airlines or hotels to get great deals
• If driving, using google maps to plan your route and print
or email directions

8. To determine the best method of travel for you and
your family, it might be helpful to research or check
out books on that topic.

9. Visit a variety of websites that specifically cater to
either air transportation, Hotels, or car rental
OR choose an all-in-one site and determine a bundle
package for the best deal
Air Transportation
•Kayak.com
•Expedia.com
•Hotwire.com
•Southwest.com
•AllegiantAir.com
•Travelocity.com
•Tripvigo.com, etc.
Ground Transportation:
•Car Rental: Carrentals.com,
•Individual Car Rental company
websites
•Budget
•Hertz
•Dollar
•Avis
•Enterprise
Estimating Gas and time to
drive: FuelEconomy.gov
•Bus or Train Transportation:
http://www.routefriend.com/
•Hotel/Accommodations
•Hotels.com
•AirBnB.com
Bundle or “name your own
price sites”
•Priceline.com
•BookingBuddy.com
•Dealbase.com
•TripIt.com

10. • If traveling with children, remember to pack
activities and snacks
• If traveling with multiple children of
different ages, remember to pack multiple
sets of ear phones
• Remember to think about restaurants you
would like to visit

11. In addition to checking out fiction and non-fiction
books from the library, you can also find books with
activities along your route.
Keeping kids entertained while on a long drive can be a
challenge, but the National Geographic Kids Ultimate U.S.
Road Atlas can help. This book includes easy-to-read, simple
road maps of each state and Washington, D.C., and a map of
the United States. State symbols, cool things to do, boredom
busters, fun facts, wacky roadside attractions, and games
accompany the maps and provide engaging information
with stunning photographs that will keep kids engaged for
hours. In the back matter, a comprehensive index makes it
easy for kids to look up names and places.
To top it all off, everything is presented in colorful NG Kids
style, allowing kids to learn as they ride and have a blast
doing it! From the Trade Paperback edition.

12. Visit a variety of websites to find activities or find fun ideas to keep
you entertained while you travel or places to visit once you arrive at
your destination.

13. Using the library’s resources, you can rent or
download audio books, CD’s or DVD’s…..

14. Once You’ve planned your trip, you’ll also want to
make sure you pack accordingly and ensure that your
home is secure while you are traveling. You can use
the library’s resources to help with this too!!
Packing Tips Home Security

15. Use the Library to find books about packing
or use the internet to find packing checklists.
Search the library’s catalog for
books pertaining to packing
Use the internet to find
downloadable packing list.
Pinterest it one of the best
sources for this!

16. Using the library’s internet resources, find articles
and checklists to ensure that your home will be
safe while you travel
Getting you and the family ready to travel is essential, but making sure your home is ready
while you travel is equally important. Checking a few small things will help ensure that your
house is safe and sound when you return home.
These tips were found by searching the internet and using the keywords: “Home Security
while Traveling”
Lighting - To give the appearance that someone is still home, you may want to consider installing a timer that operates interior
lights at the times you would normally be home. It is also a good idea to use motion-sensing lights on the exterior and to unplug holiday
lights before you leave on vacation.
Mail - If you are going away for a week or more, you should stop your mail delivery. You may stop your mail online on the United
States Postal Service Web site. You will also want to stop delivery or have someone pick up your newspapers while you are gone.
Security- Before leaving home, you should make sure that all door and window locks are in good working order and locked. A
broom stick or dowel in the track will add security to sliding doors. It is also a good idea to keep windows covered, and keep expensive
items, like jewelry and electronics, away from sight. If your house has a security system, you should turn it on when you walk out the
door.

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