Health and safety supplies we always pack before we hit the road on a family road trip Important First Aid Items On A Road Trip Remember, unless you are travelling to quite remote places, you will have access to a pharmacy or, at worst, a medical clinic or hospital, so you only need the first aid essentials to deal with minor ailments. The more remote you get though, you are likely to want to take a few more extensive…
Ensuring your vehicle and your paper work are in order before hitting the road for a family road trip Have you ever found yourself staring down at your car’s engine, only to realize you don’t know anything about mechanics? A road trip isn’t the time to learn, either. If you’re preparing for a road trip and your last oil change was when George Bush was still in office, then it’s time to sit up and pay attention! Some basic…
Winter is an incredible time to explore the great outdoors with your family. Even if it’s colder and conditions are tougher on the road, with good preparation, you can have a safe, exciting family road trip to your favorite outdoor destinations. There are several benefits to traveling in winter, whether it’s a dusting of snow making the most stunning of landscapes even more picturesque or enjoying your favorite national parks without the crowds. If you don’t live in a…
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When choosing extra storage for a car rooftop, roof box vs. trailer isn’t very often a topic of conversation. Most people just go for roof boxes (cargo boxes) since they’re the more popular and common option. But trailers have their advantages too. If you’re wondering whether a roof box or trailer is the best way to transport your gear on your next family road trip, you’ve come to the right place. In this blog post, we’ll discuss each option’s…
While driving down the highway and your car window fogs up, the first thing you do is blast the defroster. The fog clears but then builds up a few minutes later. The same thing happens to the car driver and passenger side windows. The windows fog up, hindering you from seeing your rearview mirrors. You roll your car windows down and back up to eliminate the moisture. But then the fog comes back again. And you are left wondering…
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If you don’t have a rack on your car’s roof but need additional storage space, don’t worry. The solution is to find a car-top carrier that doesn’t require a roof rack. But, even though the solution is something you can purchase, you are probably not sure which ones are best, how to attach them, and how to load them. Here are some tips and the best options for using a soft car top carrier without a roof rack. Using…
Keeping your car mechanically sound when you’re hitting the road, this post is part of our car care and maintenance series When it comes to planning a road trip, there are many things to consider. One of the most important is making sure your car is ready for the journey; you might be debating whether or not to get an oil change. You might be thinking, “My car just had an oil change a few months ago; do I…
Your Ultimate Campervan Heating Solutions Guide Your family vacation just got a whole lot more interesting if you’ve chosen to hire a campervan. It’s undoubtedly going to be cheaper than a hotel and probably a lot more convenient, too. However, while some of the essentials of your vacation may be taken care of by the rental company, heating in your campervan may not be one of them. Before you hit the road in winter, make sure you’re all set…
Keeping you safe on the road with a sensible driving plan for your road trip Road trips are a great way to travel, see the country, and spend time with friends and family. However, they can also be pretty tiring. If you’re planning a road trip, you might be wondering how many hours a day you should be driving. From personal experience, I have been able to drive anywhere from 9 to 11 hours safely in one day on…
Is driving and watching over your newborn proving to be a challenge? Have you tried watching your bundle of joy as you drive with the back seat mirror? It does not help much, especially if your car model is a minivan or large SUV. When we are on the road, we all want our young ones to be as safe as possible. And if your baby is under 2, then you most likely have an excellent rear-facing baby car…
