Making Car Trips Fun for All

Yes, road trips can be a good time! Here are a few ways to make it an enjoyable experience for everyone:

Check out the route, know what roads you are planning to take and find out if there might be any road construction so you can avoid unnecessary delays.
Find some areas to take breaks along the way so your trip is less tiresome.
Play games in the car to help shorten the trip. Hunt for different license plate numbers, see who can add up license plate numbers of the cars that pass you the quickest. Kids get a head start since they are in the backseat. Play “I spy”. See who can find the most out of state license plates. See who can find the most models of cars.

Bring along games or toys to help shorten the ride. Avoid items with lots of small pieces and might be too loud or distracting to the driver.
You might also consider small prizes or presents at regular intervals along the trip. New toys often receive the most interest and will help keep your child occupied.
If your children are old enough, give them a map of their own. Have them keep track of your progress by making them the navigator.
Schedule a quiet time for everyone in the car to enjoy. But enforce the rules and include adults who must also obey this rules.
Buy some new interesting audio books for a story time while on the trip.
If your music interests are vastly different than your children’s, you might consider getting them a portable CD or tape player and bring lots of batteries and headphones. But, agree in advance about its usage times.
Take advantage of this time together and talk to your kids.
Wake up sleepers a few minutes before you arrive at stops. This will give them time to adjust and be ready to get out as soon as the car stops.

Happy trails to you!