You can also have the post office hold your mail. Avoid leaving Christmas presents, wrapped or otherwise, in view of a glass door or window. Turn off the circuit breaker to the automatic garage door opener. This will prevent the door from being opened electronically while you are away. Turn off Christmas tree lights and outdoor lights.
Unattended lights are a fire hazard that plague homeowners every holiday season.
Also move all combustibles away from wall heating devices and water heaters. On the road . Plan to travel during the day rather than at night if possible. Bring a cellular phone for emergency use. As well, pack the accessory cord that plugs into the lighter socket to keep the phone charged at all times.