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How To Road Trip With A Toddler: Ultimate Survival Guide
ByFamily Road Trip July 22, 2022September 18, 2023

The idea of a road trip with a toddler in tow may seem crazy at first. Thanks to their unpredictable schedules, long packing lists, and crankiness as just a few of the challenges you may encounter. But we will help make traveling with your toddler a breeze. After all, you and your toddler should enjoy every moment of seeing the world and create a lifetime of memories along the road trip. Isn’t that the most crucial point of travel…

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How To Get Sand Out Of Car Carpet: 3 Easy Steps
ByFamily Road Trip July 13, 2022November 9, 2022

When out on a family road trip on the beach (or even the desert), you often think of bringing back a pretty souvenir from the beach. Sandy floor mats aren’t what we have in mind. Sand can damage the paintwork and the moving parts of your car and is also extremely hard to eliminate. Sand’s highly abrasive nature also increases wear and tear in carpets, upholstery, and other delicate trims. Read on if you are wondering how to get…

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Things To Do On A Car Trip For A Teenager
ByFamily Road Trip June 12, 2022April 13, 2023

Are you planning a road trip with teens? We know it can be stressing you as traveling with a teenager can be tricky. But it is the perfect way to spend quality time as a family. Yes, teenagers can be dramatic and make the trip unbearable. For you to take the stress out of your gateway, there are tips and fun things to do that will ensure the journey is (dare we say!) memorable and enjoyable. How To Plan…

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11 Tips To Keep Your Car Clean With Kids
ByFamily Road Trip May 3, 2022December 15, 2023

If you are a parent, then you are super familiar with the concept of kids being dirty. And by dirty, we mean gross, which is downright filthy and describes how dirty your little one can get. But ain’t they the cutest! And this dirt and mess has an uncanny way of settling inside your car. Keeping your car clean is a monumental task, especially when you have little passengers you chauffer on school runs or road trips. A car’s…

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How Do I Get My Free National Park Pass For 4th Graders?
ByFamily Road Trip February 22, 2022May 2, 2026

Did you know that every American school child in the 4th grade can get there hands on a free entry pass to over 400 national parks and millions of acres of federal lands in the United States? Could you think of a better excuse to take a US road trip than the year your child is turning 10? TL;DR? Jump ahead 4th Graders can simply apply here! Every year, beginning September 1, all kids entering into the fourth grade have…

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What is a Road Trip? Simple Steps Towards an Awesome Family Adventure
ByFamily Road Trip October 30, 2021October 10, 2023

As people, we are in an interesting situation in our lives. We are coming out of Covid but still living with it. And we are eager to return to ‘normal’ life, doing what we used to do, but not quite the same. For many of us, that is getting back on the road and seeing things we had to put off. Perhaps you have come of age and are looking for an adventure. Or you are a young family looking…

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40 Road Trip Snacks for Kids
ByFamily Road Trip September 6, 2021February 18, 2025

Healthy and fun ideas to enjoy while you’re on the move Do kids seriously grow an extra stomach the second your car’s wheels hit the tarmac? At home or in a child’s usual routine, it’s much easier to have structured meal times and deny the repeated whining for a snack. However, when you’re in a confined space and hurtling along at 65 miles an hour trying to keep to a schedule… you want to be prepared! Our Top 5…

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Why You Need Road Trip Insurance
ByFamily Road Trip July 27, 2021November 24, 2022

One of the most important things we recommend families do before undertaking a road trip is to take out travel insurance. In fact, it’s the #1 item we recommend on our family road trip essentials checklist. So why is it so important? And are you asking don’t I have other insurances which cover my car for a road trip? Let’s take a closer look at exactly why your family road trip needs a specific travel insurance policy. Does travel…

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