Vacation season is upon us! Before setting out on your next family adventure, here are a few to-do items that are sure to make the trip even better. Save Up Hopefully, you’ve saved up for this getaway, covering big-ticket items such as transportation, accommodations, activities, and events. Don’t forget to set aside some spare change for the smaller items that tend to pop up when traveling. These can add up quickly. Things like snacks and meals on the go, souvenirs, tips, emergencies, spontaneous extras, parking fees, or costs associated with unexpected weather can all add up to a large sum you’ll be glad you budgeted for to begin with. Clean Up As you gather, pack, and prepare, don’t allow your home to become a disaster area. Make cleaning a part of the process, preparing a clean slate for yourself and your family to return to. Leave your kitchen and bathrooms …