Making a Long Trip? Must Know How to Equip!
The summer is almost over, but that doesn’t mean that you have to stay home. There are many reasons to hit the road during the year. There are friends and family in other cities and states that we need to keep in contact with. We still need to get away with the kids occasionally throughout the school year. They could always use a break.
There are times when you and your significant other need time away to yourselves. Business takes us abroad sometimes and sometimes, we just need a road trip with the guys/girls. As you can see, there are several reasons to travel, but like Daddy always said, “If you’re gonna do it, do it right.” I think he was referring to getting into mischief, but it applies here, as well. Here are a few ideas that will help.
Have A Plan
In life, there are many things that happy in our day to day lives that are not planned. Most of the time, it is of little consequence, but a long trip is nothing to be so nonchalant about. In order to have the utmost fun and extended time of relaxation, a little planning must be done. Figure out your route, including where you plan to stop and where gas stations are along the way. This will save you time, gas, and money.
It will also allow other to know about where you should be along your journey should there be an emergency at home and they need to find you. Unless you are out to live spontaneously on purpose, make a schedule of what you plan to do while on your trip. This will cut down on any indecision in the crowd, thus cutting out some of the stress of the trip. If you are alone, it will help you stay on task. Just be sure to remember that life doesn’t always go by our schedule. Be flexible.
Pack For The Unexpected
There are so many things that could happen on a trip that are not part of the plan. The Boy Scouts have the right idea on this matter. Always be prepared. If you are traveling with little ones, make sure you have extras of everything. This includes diapers, clothes, pacifiers, sippy cups and even a back up security blanket, just in case.
If you choose to travel in the winter, make sure you are carrying extra blankets, flares, and bottled water. If you break down, these things could save your life. Always carry a first aid kit. This is just common sense. Someone at some time will get hurt or just need a Tylenol.
Lastly, it’s a good idea to have a back up battery supply for your phone just in case you forgot your charger in the hotel room or at home or you end up using your battery a little faster than you planned. You need to be able to reach out and for people to be able to get a hold of you.
Leave Your Worry Behind
When going on a trip, whether we admit it or not, it is a break from reality. Even the business trips. It is a chance to get away from the normal day to day life. Not that we don’t enjoy our families and friends or that we aren’t grateful for our jobs, but we all need a change of scenery from time to time. While getting away, make sure to leave your worry at the house.
Everything you left will still be there when you get back. There is no need to carry it with you. Whatever reason you are traveling, take the time to recuperate and come back to reality with a fresh focus. Mulling over your list of things that have to get done at home will just muddle what you are trying to achieve while you are out. Leave your worry behind.
Traveling for any reason can be fun if you take care of business first. Follow these tips and you are sure to have a stress free journey.
