Deciding to take a big international trip is both exciting and overwhelming. Especially if your days are already busy, the idea of figuring out what you need to do and actually get it done can be daunting. What really helps me in these types of situations are checklists. I sit down and brainstorm everything that I need to get done, and then organize it into a realistic timeline for myself. But what if you don't know what you need to add to your checklist? This article has you covered. I'll go though each step in a timeline order.