Road trips are extremely fun, regardless of whether you are going with your friends or with your family. However, if you are planning to go on a road trip, you should make sure that you don’t do anything blindly as it can wind up being very expensive. Impromptu road trips may feel like a good idea when you see them in the movies or when you read about them in books, but in real life they may not always turn out as idyllic as that. It can actually wind up being very stressful if you don’t plan at all, especially if your location is quite far away.
With that being said, which are the top ways in which you should prepare yourself for a road trip? Read on and find them out!
Think Small
There are numerous benefits to a small car, from the reduced environmental impact, carbon footprint and, ease of parking. Beyond that, though, smaller cars are more fuel efficient. When you think of a small car, which is the most iconic? A Mini, of course! Could you imagine cruising the roads in a brand new Mini, paying respect to its past while enjoying all the modern luxuries of the new models. You can find a Mini for sale for very competitive prices.
Create a Road Trip Plan
Where do you want to go? What attractions are there along the way? How much will it take (at least approximately) to get there? Of course, you will not be able to plan ahead every aspect of your trip, but you can definitely make a plan of the bigger things – to ensure your trip is logical and you don’t miss anything out. To approximate as closely as possible, use the Internet: Google Maps can be an excellent source of information and it can quite accurately estimate a lot of things such as the duration of the trip, the mileage and so on.
Set a Budget
Unfortunately, we don’t all have an unlimited budget at our disposal. Truth be told, most of us are quite budget-tight when it comes to holidays especially – and even more so in today’s economy where everything seems to be uncertain. For this road trip, set a budget. You don’t necessarily have to count every penny, but make sure that you don’t fall for the “look-another-souvenir-and-burger-shop” trap because it is precisely these things that can get your pockets empty before you even reach the final destination. And here’s where a road trip plan really helps: you’re less likely to become distracted along the way and to pull over for a snack, for a souvenir shopping spree or for other things that may cost you extra money.
Book Accommodation
If you are travelling in a camper van, you may not have to book any kind of accommodation, but you will still have to inform yourself on where you can find camping sites along the route. This way, you can allow your van to “rest” in a safer place and you can have some good sleep yourself too. As for accommodation for those of you traveling by car, booking in advance is usually the best way to get a good deal.
Drive safely, stay safe and be happy because you are about to have the time of your life. Don’t hesitate to ask locals along the way for their suggestions of what to do and see, as they will have a pretty good idea of what’s worth visiting.
