Only a few months left before we enter 2018. Take a few moments and think how you spent the year 2017 so far. Mostly worrying about work or grades, right? Do something adventurous before the year ends like TRAVELLING! Apart from fun and enjoyment, traveling is good for the overall health as well. According to researchers, it reduces stress, refreshes the body, and strengthens your brain.
Of course, there are planes, buses, and trains to take you wherever you want but nothing is as alluring as a road trip. Imagine yourself driving on a road without any hassle while singing with your friends or family. Sounds great, doesn’t it? Road trips give you a chance to see more of the state/country/city you are visiting. On the other hand, if you don’t make preparations road trips can be hectic and exhausting. So, before you hit the road, make sure that you have done complete preparations. Following are the tips that will help you to have a perfect road trip.
Pack Smart
Clothes and toiletries are two things which nobody forgets but what about rest of the road trip essentials? Most people forget a thing or two and face issues during a road trip. If you don’t want to hear from your kids or friends “you should’ve checked before leaving” then make sure you have a charger for your cell phone, first-aid kit, a spare tire, and wet wipes to clean messes. And of course, a road trip is incomplete without your favorite food! Try your best to pack foods which are easy to carry and fill your tummy at the same time like roasted nuts, whole fruits, cheese sticks, granola bars, and a bar of your favorite chocolate.
Don’t Forget to Bring a Map
Alright, we live in the world of digitalization but there is nothing wrong in bringing a real map, only for good reasons of course. Even you have the GPS in your car or smartphone, you can’t always rely on the reliability of digital things so it is better to have a map than getting lost in an unknown place.
Don’t Let Boredom Strike
No matter how talkative you are, there comes a time during a road trip that you get bored and don’t feel like talking. For those moments, create an awesome playlist of your favorite songs. You can also keep your road trip entertaining by playing childhood games like “I Spy.” If you are a bibliophile (book lover), you can grab your favorite book before jumping in the car and read it while enjoying beautiful sights.
Get Your Car Checked Before Starting the Journey
No matter how reliable or expensive your car is, it is better to check it completely before hitting the road. You need to keep the best car battery starter, fluids, socket set, air pressure, and spare tires in order to avoid any mishap. Sending your car to a garage is also a good option. It is always better to take pre-steps when it comes to a road trip otherwise people usually end up facing trouble on the side of the road.
Make Time for Sightseeing
When planning a road trip, always make time for sightseeing. Doubtlessly, traveling is all about exploring so don’t miss this opportunity of seeing the places you are driving through. Meet the locals, they are very nice and welcoming. Check out a famous museum, try the traditional food at a restaurant, visit a local park or try seeing a farmer’s market. In short, just try to explore before you reach your destination. You can also use apps on your smartphones to know about the attractions of places you are driving through.
Take Breaks
When on a road trip, most people try to reach their destinations as soon as possible. Break up the stereotype of being in the car until you arrive at the destined region. Instead, take breaks every two or three years to stretch out legs and enjoy the view. Just imagine enjoying the beautiful sunset, moonlight, or sunrise on the side of the road.
Hotel Reservations
Sometimes it’s good not to be spontaneous so make a hotel reservation ahead of time. This way, you know where you will stay and that the place is according to your comfort level. So, it is better to make reservations instead of wandering around to find a room for yourself and others.
Let’s Do Camping
A road trip is something that doesn’t happen every day so try your hardest to make the best of it. Car camping is a great option which refreshes your mind and you make amazing memories with your dear ones. You can play cards, tell stories, sing songs, and much more under the beautiful blue sky full of stars.
