GETTING READY
TAKE A TEST DRIVE Don’t try to go 0-100 on the first go. If you haven’t driven farther than the grocery store with your kids, take a few short day and weekend trips ahead of time to get the kids accustomed to extended car rides and establish ground rules. These practice runs will also help you understand your family’s limits and plan the trip accordingly.
MAP OUT YOUR ROUTE Know the general route ahead of time and create a loose schedule for daily driving hours. Search for exciting stops along the way to add fun breaks to your journey. PLAN FOR ROAD BUMPS No road trip is complete without at least a few minor bumps and potholes along the way like traffic and messy mishaps. You won’t regret packing extra wet wipes, towels, snacks and plastic shopping bags for trash. Stay flexible with your plans to accommodate unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather or road closures. Budgeting more travel time than the GPS predicts can also help to reduce the stress of tight schedules.
6 Essential Living
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