Whether your taking the car, train, bus, or plane, it’s crucial that you have the right goodies with you to pleasantly survive the journey. I’ll be in the car this Thanksgiving, so my list will be car/bus friendly.
1. Blanket
When traveling with others, it’s hard to guess how the climate will be, so stay on the safe side. Grab a small blanket (that doesn’t take up too much room) and carry with along with you. It comes it very handy when you’re ready to take a nap too.
2. Pillow/Neck Pillow
I’m not the biggest fan of neck pillows, they just aren’t the comfortable for me (maybe I have a weird head), so instead I bring a small travel pillow. This may be a little harder to find than a neck pillow, but it’s worth the search.
3. Headphones
Music makes everything so much more bearable, especially noise-cancelling headphones. So throw them in your purse or pocket, because with these alone, you can survive the trip.
4. A Book
I like to give my eyes a bit of a break once I’ve scoured through Twitter and Snapchat. Not to mention if we’re in spotty cellphone area, you’ll want to do something other than play an iPhone game. Reading is also a luxury to me now that I’m in college because I don’t have the time for it like I used to in high school.
5. Phone Charger
This last item is the key to your travel happiness. In the 21st century, life without a cellphone seems bleak and utterly impossible, so don’t let that be you this Thanksgiving. Pack your charger- maybe even two… because who knows what you’ll get into.