The Freeman

Essentials for a Road Trip

- By Emily Co

Going on a road trips is necessary at one time or another. Anyone embarking on a lengthy road trip must remember to bring these essential items”

Audio Books and Player.

The ride may take some time. And to put such time to good use, audio books may be enjoyed while on the road. Listening to books can be preferable to the often-nauseating act of reading hard-copy literature in the car.

Healthy Snacks and Non-messy Meals.

A couple healthy snacks and non-messy meals may be necessary if one is not sure that there’s going to be a stop for food along the way. Fruits, veggies, and energy bars can come handy.

Refreshing Mist.

Riding in enclosed spaces can suck the moisture out of one’s skin.

It can be a hassle to get out of the seat to wash one’s hands. Wipes may be used to wash up. Also, instead of using deodorant, the traveler can use these to freshen up the underarms.

Baby Wipes.

Pick-Me-Up Spray.

Staying in the car or bus for too long can make one moody and cranky. To lift one’s spirits, a fragrance spray can help.

A tiny tube of breath freshener, available at any drugstore or grocery store, always has good use.

Motionsick­ness pills shall be handy for road trip, just in case one starts feeling unwell from the ride. There are all-natural cures like ginger candy and ginger gum that people swear by.

Breath Freshener.

Motion-Sickness Cures.

Car Emergency Kit

If driving, the car has to have an emergency kit. It keeps one prepared for anything that may go wrong. There’s a ready kit sold that contains must-have items such as jumper cables and a flashlight that works without batteries.

First Aid Kit.

If it’s the whole family travelling, a first aid kit is good to have in case any family member or any other passenger falls ill or gets injured.

Drinking Water and Other Beverages.

Sitting in a car or bus for long hours can make one dehydrated. So one shall constantly drink water. There shall be at least one bottled water or other beverage in the bag while on the road.

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