By Jonathan
The spring season is here, and many of you would be planning to organize a trip with your friends and family. Believe me, road trips are the best to make your family feel that they are an important part of your life and spend some quality time with them. No doubt road trips give you everlasting memories with your loved ones to cherish for life time. A road trip might prove to be a worst and best experience of your life, it all depends on how quickly and easily you get hold of easy road trip hacks and tips for fun filled and less stressed road trip adventure. Road trips are never easy to plan and can be daunting but you don’t need to worry as this article will enlist seven simple road trip hacks that will make your road trip more smooth and comfortable.
- Place a mobile holder to ensure clear routes
It is one of the simplest yet most ignored hacks. A mobile holder is one of the must have accessories to place your phone on a level of driver’s eyes to easily access GPS on a touch and can easily explore the routes without losing the attention on driving. A sticky pad can also serve the purpose to keep your technology intact.
- Pack some snacks
While planning for the road trip, we focus on the major things and ignore the minor ones. It is the minor ones that can prove to be a real challenge. If you are going on a long journey, don’t forget to keep some snacks for you to deal with your hunger pangs as it might be the scene that you may not find a single restaurant in your way. Therefore to avoid hunger and save money it is recommended to carry your food stuff along.
- Keep an extra cash
There are many tips available to make your journey smooth. In most of the tips, it is advised to avoid tolls and take alternative paths to save your money. But in case you are traveling for the first time keep some extra cash in savings to be used in hard times.
- Don’t forget to keep an emergency kit along
Prepare an emergency kit that includes a torch, spare keys, charger, medicines to fight nausea, a pair of sneakers and essential car tools. Having an up to date emergency kit will help you to deal with any troublesome situation.
- Manage your space wisely
If you are traveling with family, it is advisable to pack all the luggage collectively instead of packing your things individually. This way you won’t have to face space problem and can travel in comfort.
- Ensure car safety
For the times when you have to leave your car in the parking lot to explore new places or to take some rest, you must take measures to ensure the safety of your car. In this technological era what could be a better safety measure than a car alarm system.
- Learn the tire changing technique
Prepare for the road trip while keeping in mind that you can get stuck in any unwanted situation. Your car tire might get punctured, and if you are not aware of the tire changing technique, you will waste a lot of time in searching for help and getting things fixed. Instead, if you learn the technique yourself, you will be able to get away with this situation in no time.
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About the Author:
Jonathon is an IT expert and a researcher. He is obsessed with cars and all the digital accessories. He regularly posts at www.sakerracing.com
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Maralyn Dennis Hill, The Epicurean Explorer, is president emeritus of International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, member of Society of American Travel Writers, and Society of Professional Journalists. She is Executive Editor of Luxe Beat Magazine and contributes to other publications. She also speaks and is a guest on many shows. The majority of Maralyn’s articles are now geared to the luxury market, spas, corporate retreats, business events, and culinary tourism, from simple to gourmet. Maralyn’s description of herself: I was born to travel and tell the tale. I’m energized by different cultures in every aspect of their lives, from food, wine, and destination, to how they conduct business. Travel represents a continual geography lesson.
