Travel Tips: Holiday Road-Trip

Are you and your family planning to drive to a holiday get-together this year? Whether you’re heading to Grandma’s house or a favorite vacation spot to celebrate holidays with family or friends, These simple tips can help make your drive a smooth one, so you can arrive at your destination safely and without incident.

Make sure that your vehicle is running properly and up for the trip. Take it in for a routine maintenance check-up. Request that they change and fill your oil as well as check your spark plugs and all liquid levels. Check all the exterior lights and electrical components. Check air pressure in the tires and take a fully functional spare in the trunk.

Carry an emergency kit with a flashlight, batteries, warning devices 9 such as flares or reflective triangles), jumper cables, a first-aid kit and extra water.

Don't let the gas level get below one-quarter of a tank.

Map your route in advance with an atlas or mobile app and be prepared for busy roads during the most popular times of the year. If possible, consider leaving earlier or later to avoid heavy traffic. Make stops every q00 miles or 2 hours to avoid drowsy or fatigued driving.

Reserve all accommodations in advance, but be flexible if you need to stop an extra night due to traffic, fatigue or change of plans.

Lock your car when you leave it and keep anything of value in the trunk or covered storage area.

Make sure all passengers are properly secured in seat belts, car seats, or booster seats.

Bring books, DVDs and music to keep the children and other adults entertained.

If you’re traveling with children, remind them not to talk to strangers. Go with them on bathroom breaks and give them whistles or two way radios to be used only if the family gets separated.

Have roadside assistance contact information on hand, in case an incident occurs on the road.

In case of an emergency, keep a cell phone and charger with you at all times. Many companies offer smartphone applications that enable motorists to request help without making a phone call.

Bring information on your destination to make the most of your trip.

Let Rawhide Travel and Tours help you with all your reservation needs. Call us at (602) 843-5100 or visit our website: rawhidetravel.com.

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