Summers are here and everybody is busy planning their road trips. Here is a list of all the essential items for your next road trip.
1. Vehicle Essentials
When we think about a road trip, the first thing that comes in mind is your vehicle. Make sure is good condition and serviced. Also, it is good to carry followings.
- Car Charger
- Paper directions/screenshots on your phone
- Duct Tape
- Car Fluids
- Waze App
- Febreze Car Vent Clips
- Puffs Softpacks
- Gasoline container
- Emergency car kit
2. Gadgets
- Power Bank
- Laptop
- Cameras
- Tripod
- Camera, Laptop and phone Chargers
- Data Cable
- Headphones
- Bluetooth Speakers (optional)
- Flashlight
- Batteries
3. Food
It is fun to eat food on the road, also it is a good way to save money. Make sure to bring a good mix of healthy food, some sweet and savory.
- Healthy Food
- Baby carrots
- Cucumber
- Apples
- Oranges
- Grapes
- Bars (Chocolate/dry-fruits/oats)
- Snacks
- Nuts (Corn/Peanut)
- Popcorn
- Bread/Begals
- Butter (Peanut/Almond)
- Chips
- Croissants
- Chocolates
- Biscuits/Waffles/Crackers
- Dry Fruits
- Salt and Sugar
- Sauce/Jam pouches
- Candy/Gum
- Drinks
- Coffee powder/Tea Bags
- Milk cane
- Soft Drinks
- Mug/Blenders (Oxo Travel Mug is a good option)
- Water bottle Crate
- Red Bull (optional)
- To keep your food fresh and cool
- Cooling Box (a light one)
- Ice cubes pack
- Reliance Aqua-Tainer
- Freez pack
- Cooler Bag
4. Personal Essentials
- Proof of Insurance/ID
- Backpack
- Kitchen and toilet tissues roll
- Disposable plate, glass, spoons
- Wet wipes
- Toothpaste & brushes
- Paper soap
- Bath soap
- Facewash
- Dry Shampoo
- Lotion
- Tide-To-Go (Instant stain remover)
- Shaving kit
- Chapstick/Lipbalm
- Knife/Scissors
- Pillow
- Blanket
- Thermos
- Regular water for washing things
- Garbage Bag
5. Clothes & Accessories
Do research about the places you will visit and carry clothes and accessories accordingly.
- Sun Glasses
- Umbrella
- Cap
- Pair of Undergarments according to days on a trip
- Socks
- Jeans, T-shirts
- Perfume, comb, cosmetics
- Slippers
- Shoes/Sneakers
- Jackets/Hoodie
6. Medical
Some minor injuries can happen on the road, be prepared for it.
- First Aid kit including
- Emergen-C or an electrolyte drink mix/tablets for getting enough energy
- Painkiller (Advil is preferred)
- Feminine hygiene
7. Games
Being board sometimes… You can carry games to refresh your mood.
- Cards
- Monopoly
- Catan
Good luck with your road trip. Make sure to pack all your essential… 🙂
