The family vacation has become a tradition in many households. Unfortunately, with the economy having hit the skids, the family vacation budget is not as traditionally high as it used to be, if it even exists at all. This makes it essential to plan family vacations that will still be fun, but will not break the budget. This is where you can do well with a little bit of creativity and thinking outside the box, as well as some careful planning of ...
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How to pack smart for that family road trip
Just because summer is nearly over it doesn't mean road trips go into hibernation. Why Thanksgiving week is right around the corner. Start planning! How to pack smart for that family road trip The key to success in packing for a road trip, especially when the whole family is involved, is organization. You have a list of things that need to be done before taking that vehicle on that trip, from servicing the car, changing the oil, rotating the ...
How to plan an inexpensive family getaway at short notice
Do the kids have a few more days off in the summer or a few days off in the fall? You want to go on holiday, but where do you go, and what can you do if its last minute and very much short notice? How to plan an inexpensive family getaway at short notice Drive to your destination Yes, this will be longer than taking a flight but will be more affordable if your family is larger than just you and your spouse. It will save renting a car ...
Are budget-friendly road trips doable?
A road trip isn't just a summer tradition but a year-round tradition that can be attempted especially when on a budget. Planning does take some of the spontaneity out of a road trip but it will mean that you can make and stick to a budget. Are budget-friendly road trips doable? Where you go on your road trip will be determined by where you live, how long you can spend on the road and your personal tastes. (Just make sure you service that car ...
Tips on how to avoid a messy car on a road trip
Consider your choices for a family road trip. Of all the options out there, driving your car on a road trip is, in most cases, the most affordable. With the plus side being the money you save, the state of your car's interiors generally tell another story by the tail end of the trip! tips on how to avoid a messy car on a road trip Two weeks before your road trip, have the oil changed and the battery tested. A minor tune-up would be a good idea. ...
The best tips to avoid drowsy driving
In 2013, the National Sleep Foundation surveyed 1000 Americans in their Sleep in America poll. Of those surveyed, 60% of those surveyed have driven while drowsy. Thirty-seven percent admitted that they had actually fallen asleep at the wheel that year. When prepping for a long trip getting a thorough car maintenance is done and yes, to ensure all the bags are packed and things are done, a few extra hours of sleep may be sacrificed. So what ...
Great advice for taking solo road trips
There might be a time when you plan on taking a road trip either because you want to get away for a while or you might not have any choice due to your circumstances. Traveling alone is scary for someone who has never done it before and if they are planning on taking a solo trip, there are things that you need to do before you go. Great advice for taking solo road trips Anyone going on a road trip should have a dependable car, so getting ...
