1.   Finalize everything with your travel agent.

2.   When should you arrive at the airport?
3.   Do you have all proper documentation and identification?
4.   Have all reservations have been re-confirmed?
5.   Where do you check in at the airport?
6.   Double-check what you are bringing.
7.   Do you have all proper documentation and identification at easy access?
8.   Do have photocopies of this documentation in a safe place?
9.   Have you left all pocketknives, scissors, or anything considered to be a
  weapon at home, or have you at least packed it in your checked luggage?
10. Do you have a prescribed and over-the-counter medication in its original packing?
11. Do have luggage tags with all information on your luggage?

Carry-on Luggage :   a small piece of luggage you take onboard the airplane with you.  You are allowed one carry-on in addition to one personal item such as a purse, laptop computer, or briefcase.

Checked Luggage :   luggage you check in at the ticket counter or at curbside.

Tips on packing checked luggage:

1.   Each passenger is allowed two pieces of checked luggage.  Checked luggage cannot exceed 50 pounds.
2.   Do NOT lock your luggage.  Many airlines will now cut the lock off your luggage in order to fully inspect your bag.
3.   Make sure ALL luggage has a tag with your information.
4.   Do NOT put film in your checked baggage because the screening equipment may damage it.
4.   Plan the contents of your suitcases before you leave.  Take only one of two extra pair of shoes---they are heavy.  Take less clothes and more money.
5.   Choose one major color for all your clothes, and coordinate all clothes with this color.
6.   Pack light.  Pack only what you need.  You do not have to bring your entire closet for only a few days.  Many hotels have hairdryers in the rooms.  If your resort or hotel offers this amenity, there is no need to bring yours.
7.   Pack for the weather.  If you are traveling to a cool climate, pack jackets and layers, and do not forget the Chapstick!  If you are traveling to a warmer climate, pack the appropriate beachwear and casual wear, but also do not forget plenty of sunscreen, sunglasses, and aloe!
8.   Pack for the location of your vacation.  For example the people of London do not wear jeans, baseball caps, or tennis shoes, and their clothing is not wild colors during the day.  Wear what they would wear so you do not stand out as a tourist.  You do not want to bring to much attention to yourself in certain destinations.
9.   Avoid over packing your bag so that the screener will be able to close your bag after inspection.
Avoid packing food and drink items in checked baggage.

  Tips on packing the carry-on luggage:

1.   Each passenger is allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item such as a laptop, purse, or briefcase.
2.   Pack anything of value and/or importance in your carry-on bag.  If you cannot live without it for at least 24 hours, take it on the plane with you or leave it at home.  Such items may include prescriptions (keep in original bottle), eyeglasses, and/or itineraries.

What should you wear to the airport?  The following tips will help you clear security with less frustration: 

1.    Avoid wearing clothing, jewelry, or other accessories that contain metal when traveling.  This may include the following:

Jewelry

Shoes with steel tips, heels, etc.

Clothing with metal buttons, snaps, or studs

Belt buckles

2.    Hidden items such as a body piercing may result in a pat-down inspection, or the individual may be asked to remove it.

3.    Avoid placing metal items in your pockets such as keys, loose change, or modular phones.

4.    Place the above items in your carry-on bag until you have cleared security.

5.    Do NOT carry a pocketknife or anything that could be considered a weapon!  It is better to leave those types of items at home.