Planning a road trip can be tough work. There’s a lot of small things to remember to bring if you want to make the most out of your road trip. Here are a few reminders just in case you forgot or just didn’t know.
Toiletries
It’s easy to forget to bring enough toiletries when you head on a road trip. Plan ahead by bringing a surplus of all the necessities. This includes soap, toothpaste, conditioner, and your toothbrush. Make sure you bring a backup of each just in case something happens along the way. It’s also a good idea to bring some wet wipes and paper towels because you never know when a mess will happen. You don’t want to lose time by finding a store, if there’s even one nearby. Pack a bag full of all the toiletries you’ll need for twice the length of the trip and you should be safe no matter what happens.
Food and water
Believe it or not, it’s easy to misjudge the amount of food and water you’ll need for the trip. You should bring enough to survive in a “worst case scenario”. But if in any case something should happen and you’re stranded for a period of time, it’s important to know that you have enough food and water to survive until help arrives. Of course, not all food is for survival, so feel free to bring plenty of snacks for the road. A variety of different foods means you won’t need to stop as much. Try to bring some healthy snacks, maybe like fruits or nuts.
Spare tire
You absolutely never want to be on the side of the road without your spare tire. Any time you’re planning a big road trip, or even a small road trip, you should always bring a spare tire along. In general, it’s a good idea to always have a spare tire on your vehicle. If you don’t, then make sure you put one on there for the road trip. Bringing a spare tire saves you a lot of money in towing expenses.
Quarters
You might not think quarters are important, but you better make sure you bring a roll. If you should encounter a toll booth on your trip, you’ll need quarters to pay the toll. Also, if you find yourself in a position where you need air in your tire or you need to use a pay phone.
It is important to be ready for your next road trip, whether you’re renting a car or have your own car. These tips will hopefully help you get the best out of your road trip and avoid any problems.
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