California resident Dan Jey makes note of a few essentials steps road trippers must take before setting out.

1. RoadTripEssentials
Dan Jey

2. But without proper planning, otherwise promising trips can sour into
uncomfortable silences and unpleasant car rides. When you embark on
a road trip, your essential preparations don’t just include finding the
practical tools you need to ensure a safe journey. Although everyone’s
level of comfort differs slightly, these key items can make for a less taxing
journey.
When planned well, road trips can be exhilarating and
memorable.

3. Entertainment
Options
To help alleviate boredom, update
playlists before going on a road trip.
To keep things interesting, use the
discovery option on streaming
services to find new artists. Break up
the music routine by listening to
podcasts or new audio books.

4. Satisfying
Snacks
Travelers often rely on gas station
provisions and fast food for
sustenance. However, packing snacks
can save money and eliminate the
need to search for a suitable exit to
find food. Grapes, carrot sticks, apple
slices, sunflower seeds and beef jerky
(from a natural food store) make ideal
finger foods. For meals to be eaten at
a rest stop, bring peanut butter
sandwiches, bell pepper strips and
hummus, or Greek yogurt with nuts.

5. Refreshments
Keep some bottled drinking water in
the car to keep hydrated. For those
who can’t live without freshly brewed
coffee but don’t find themselves near
their favorite coffee chain on the road,
it can come in handy as well. Use the
water to turn a favorite java blend into
a taste of home. All that's needed is a
portable stove and coffee maker.

6. Running
Shoes
When taking driving breaks, it helps
to have a pair of running shoes on
hand, even when just stopping at a
rest area. Going for a quick jog
exercises the leg muscles and breaks
up the driving routine. The running
shoes will also come in handy when
going for sightseeing outings or
hikes.

7. Portable
Toiletries
Unless the road trip leads to
comfortable accommodations at the
end of the day, keeping fresh and
clean can be a challenge. Pack a
travel toothbrush with toothpaste
holder and wet wipes to freshen up
after meals on the road.

8. Basic
CampingGear
Prepare for an unexpected night stop
by packing basic camping gear. An air
sleeping pad and a sleeping bag hood
pillow take up little space but can
create big comfort when needed. A
rechargeable headlamp and solar
lantern provide light without having to
rely on a car’s battery.

9. Thankyou.
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