Going on a Road Trip? Remember to Pack These!
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Driving to Grandma's house for the holidays? Here's everything you'll need to keep a carload of travelers happy, safe, and comfortable on a long trip.
BY AMY AHLBERG
Driving to Grandma's house for the holidays? Here's everything you'll need to keep a carload of travelers happy, safe, and comfortable on a long trip.
BY AMY AHLBERG
Audio Books
Check some new-to-you audio books out of the library. Kids and adults alike can enjoy tales like The Chronicles of Narnia, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Hobbit, or Harry Potter—and their easy story lines make them perfect for a driver to pay attention to, as well.
Source: Real Simple
Source: Real Simple
Car food
There are two strategies with car food: You can either bring along crumb-free, non-greasy, non-gooey finger foods—like baby carrots, grapes, and sandwiches—or pack your family's favorite "treat" foods like chips and baked goods, as a special car reward.
Source: Fodors
Source: Fodors
Pillows and blankets
Pack favorite bed pillows and blankets to soothe everyone on the journey. Whether it's a child's security blanket or a pillow for the passenger seat navigator, a soft cushion can make a cold car cozy.
Source: Disney FamilyFun
Source: Disney FamilyFun
Paper products
Pack paper towels, toilet paper (you never know with rest areas and gas stations!), a box of tissues, and some garbage bags. And bring more than you think you’ll need—there's always the possibility of car sickness in addition to the normal spills and usual cleanup.
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Source: Fodors
Spare keys
Don’t get locked out of the car: Always pack a duplicate set of car (and house) keys in a separate bag.
Source: Disney FamilyFun
Source: Disney FamilyFun
Sports equipment
Bring along a Frisbee, ball, or jump rope so antsy kids (and adults!) can blow off a little steam at rest stops.
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