Hitting the road with your family this summer?  Here are few helpful tips to get you ready to ensure a stress-free road trip…it’s all about pre-planning…

 

  • Start by cleaning out the car, this will allow for extra room, and storage, removing all the items you don’t need.
  • Make sure you do a little car maintenance, check the oil, fill up on gas, check the tire pressure and ensure your have your emergency car kit including jumper cables, extra oil and washer fluid.
  • Stocking up! Put together a snack kit, fruit and other easy snack items.  Pack a cooler if you’ll be gone over mealtimes. This will help reduce the number of stops and save you some extra $.  Be sure to include wipes, hand sanitizer, box of Kleenex, paper towel or napkins.
  • Make sure each passenger has a refillable water bottle
  • Prepare your tech! Make sure all cellphones are charged before you go. Download any travel apps for the trip, pack car chargers for all electronic items.  Ensure your GPS updates are done.
  • Plan your packing. Have a spot that is easily accessible for food/cooler.  Have the kids put their important items in a backpack that can be stored by their feet.