Before you go:

Ask yourself: will my cat be comfortable and happy on this trip? Some
animals simply prefer to stay at home and a possibly sick or miserable pet
may ruin everyone’s trip. In such a case it’s probably wiser to leave your pet with a friend or relative or hire a ‘petsitter’. If that is not possible, you might consider boarding him or her at a clean, well-run boarding facility.

If you decide to take your pet with you, preparation is key!

Schedule a veterinary exam as part of your travel preparations, whether your
pet is going with you or will be boarding in a facility. Many states and all
foreign countries require a current health certificate completed within 10 days
of travel and documentation of rabies vaccination.

• Contact the consulate or embassy of your destination or ask your
  travel agent for advice if you are planning a trip abroad with your pet,
  as health and vaccination regulations vary greatly.
• Check with your airline for pet travel arrangements and book well in
  advance since pet spaces may be limited by the airline.
• Always check with Customs of countries prior to travel.
• Carry copies of your pets’ complete medical record if they are traveling
  with you.
• Ask your veterinarian if there are any special risks associated with the  countries you plan to visit – or if extra vaccinations are required.
• “Google” the name, address and phone number of an emergency vet clinic
  in the area you plan to visit.
• Always bring water, food, familiar litter and a favorite toy. A bed or carrier
  can be a familiar sleeping place.