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Deciding on a family road trip can be challenging, not to say an exercise in patience. However if you prepare ahead, the trip can be one of the most memorable experiences of your family’s life.
Find some quick and easy tips for making your family road trip a fun and safe one.
Tips #1:
Prepare a checklist of items you will need. This will include first aid kit, food, snacks, drinks, and lots of toys, coloring books, paper and crayons, a portable DVD player so your kids can watch their favorite movies; and a cooler. A good idea is to ask the kids what games they would like to take, within limits of course.
Ensure that the snacks are healthy in nature. Too many sugar snacks can have the kids bouncing off the car seats. Remember, this is a relaxing family vacation and you want to avoid the kids getting bored or repeatedly asking you when you are going to arrive.
Check online to print out games for the road that you and the kids can play along the way. There are an assortment of puzzles and riddles as well.
In addition, if you have very young children you will need to take the diaper bag and wipes for the occasional spills, blankets and pillows if applicable and a favorite item or stuffed animal for the young ones is a good idea as well.
Tips #2:
Decide on the destination. Ask for the scenic route, one that is much more calming and pleasing to the eye, especially the driver!
Tips #3:
Check out the planned route you may want to check online to find gas stations along the way that offer the cheapest gas. Also if there are any points of interest along the route mark them on the map and plan to stop at these sites.
Tips #4:
Make sure that you make pit stops regularly on the road. This will allow the kids to run around and let off some steam, while allowing the adults to stretch and refresh. Bring along a football or soccer ball so that the entire family can have some fun while exercising at the same time.
Tips #5:
It is very important to pay attention on safety concerns. This includes having the car checked at your local mechanic or gas station. Ensure that the oil and filter are changed; the tires are well inflated (don’t forget the spare tire, too); the windshield wipers are replaced (if needed); and the car is in great condition before you head out.
In addition, you may want to place the following items in your trunk: a lawn chair, extra blanket, emergency road kit, umbrellas, water, flashlight and batteries, a battery-powered radio, and windshield wiper cleaner. In the glove compartment include a first aid kit and cell phone charger. Keep all medications in a Ziplock bag as well.
Another good idea is to take a list of telephone numbers including the hotel or motel where you are staying as well as those of family and friends you may need to contact.
Tips #6:
If you enjoy scrapbooking, this road trip may be a perfect opportunity to add new treasures to the book. As you make stops at some scenic sites, ask the kids to find an item they would like to include in the scrapbook. Or if the kids point out something along the way that they find fascinating, take a picture of it to include in the scrapbook as well.
Engage the kids in the decision making, age appropriate, and allow them to decide what they would like to bring. Have them pack their clothes (check the suitcases afterwards) so they feel part of the overall experience. Planning ahead of time for a family road trip will save you time, stress, and money. And the kids will enjoy this adventure, too!
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I think these are very useful tips for everyone. Thank you for sharing this valuable information.
..For those who are traveling with kids there are lots of great attractions and activities in Detroit that you can check out. Drive yourselves just a few minutes from Detroit to Royal Oak and head to the which offers kids and adults the chance to be face to face with both backyard and wild animals.
Idea of making a scrapbook is much better. I like this kind of things and my both baby loves crafting work with papers and colors (though they are very little to do that).
If anybody get a chance then an evening under the tree where you can see the sunset would be much better family experience.
BTW your tips are really helpful.
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Here’s a helpful tip for those that are traveling with the family. Try using a car top carrier on the roof top of your vehicle. These cargo carriers can provide the much needed additional space inside your vehicle for those longer road trips. Safety wise this can also increase your visibility out the back window by clearing some of those items out of your line of sight.
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Didn’t know about scrapbooking, that’s an eye-opener! Rules, attitude and paper and pencils allways work for us. Tip 2 is indeed something to take into consideration more often. Thanks!