Traveling has to be one of the most exciting experiences ever. You discover, learn and have fun. However, to take advantage of the trip, it is essential to take care of things ahead of time so you won’t stress while on vacay, holiday, or even just a quick weekend trip.
When going on a road trip specifically, there is a long list of things to consider, including:
Distance
How far are you going? The number of hours that you will be driving or sitting on a bus is as important as the activities you will do once you get to your destination. If you are only going one to five hours away, you probably don’t need to leave as early because you can just drive straight to your destination. However, when traveling by bus, even short distances can easily become longer because of layovers. But, when driving six to eight hours, it is essential to have one to two breaks for gas and meals.
The Motive of the Trip
Are you going to a wedding, to have fun, to visit or what? The reason for your trip is important as it will determine how you arrive. If you are going for a wedding or any sort of celebration, it’s crucial to arrive in shape. In shape means you have to arrive super early so it gives you time to rest. Trust me, driving for ten hours and arriving right at the time of the ceremony will not be fun. You will be tired and in a bad mood, making it hard to enjoy the party and the people you came for.
If it’s a short distance, that’s fine, just arrive at a time that gives you enough time to get ready. You didn’t drive all those miles to look ugly of course! If you are traveling for vacation or a visit and it is a long distance, make sure to have key locations that you will visit on your way. Visiting places on your way will facilitate the driving and make it less boring. Instead of thinking about 20 hours of driving, for example, you will break it down like “I will visit this city” after like four hours or “I will stop at my aunt’s place after this many hours.” It is helpful for your brain to reenergize and forget the loneliness of the road. And most importantly, it helps you make nice pictures and memories.
Your Company
Are you traveling alone? With your best friend? Boyfriend? Family member? Group of friends? It doesn’t matter who you are traveling with, just make sure to have the music ready! Yes, you can have that one person you have unlimited things to say to each other, but while on a road trip, you might get tired of talking. Music will always be there, and can also serve as a topic of conversation when you run out of things to talk about. It will also serve as a booster to keep you awake. Get your playlist ready and let’s rock!