There’s nothing more stressful than taking a road trip with kids. You never know what’s going to happen. Car trouble, illness, arguing and the dreaded question, “Are we there yet?”. There are many ways to pass the time and make the ride more pleasant, but what’s most important is getting everyone there safe. Here are some tips to help you survive your holiday road trip with kids.
If you’re traveling through multiple states, you should know that child safety seat laws differ by state. Most states also have seat belt laws. Before you hit the road, check out the following websites for information to help keep your family safe and content.
Snacking on a road trip can result in quite a big mess. Pack snacks that reduce the mess, such as dry cereal in sealed, portioned containers. Stick to water and save milk and juice for breaks.
Map out a plan for taking breaks along the way. Knowing where rest stops, restaurants and coffee shops are located will save time and reduce stress.
Apps to download prior to your trip. iExit tells you what is ahead when driving down the interstate. Gasbuddy tells you where to find your perfect pitstop. Roadtrippers helps with discovery of amazing places and detours. Last but not least, tackle any outstanding car service items before you travel with Openbay. Openbay will connect you with local trustworthy shops to select from to schedule automotive services or in the event of a service need (or repair) while on the road.
Safe travels.
