Summer vacations are on the horizon and if you have a road trip planned, it’s time to start thinking about how and what you’re going to pack. Taking a little time to organize and prepare your car so that everything you need is at hand can greatly improve your road trip experience. So today, we are rounding up our top picks for a road trip to help you create a stress-free trip.
Road trip snacks are a must-have and a cooler can come in handy to keep your drinks and food chilled. The PackIt Cooler keeps contents fresh for up to 12 hours without ice or cold packs. This cooler is spacious to hold all of your essentials and it even has a zippered pouch at the top that’s perfect to carry keys and small gear all together. Plus, once you get to your destination, it’s perfect to take to the beach, park and more. Even better, it’s priced at $30.
The Accordion Cargo Organizer expands up to 40-inches long to fit even the largest of vans and SUV’s. It features three large open storage cubes and one divided cube that can be opened up and collapsed down for items of all sizes. These organizers are perfect for storing shoes that won’t fit into luggage, sports balls and toys, extra umbrellas or clothes for weather emergencies and more. Plus, after the trip is over just fold the organizer flat to store away until the next adventure.
Sitting in a car for hours can be uncomfortable and that’s why a neck pillow is a great option to make traveling a bit more enjoyable. The Trtl Neck Pillow features over 3,600 reviews on Amazon and is rated 4/5 stars. Plus, it’s just $30 and is machine washable to keep clean trip after trip.
Holding and following a map can be difficult and driving while holding up your phone can be stressful and unsafe too. That’s why the MagGrip Car Vent Phone Mount is a perfect option. This helps to hold your phone in place at eye level to keep your directions easily accessible. Also, if you want to keep your small essentials such as sunglasses or wallet in reach the Grey Drive Cup Organizer is a great solution.
Lastly, in case of a car emergency the 35-Piece Roadside Kit has all of the essentials you will need. From jumper cables, gloves, band aids and batteries to ponchos and a safety vest, you will be ready for any emergency that may come along.
Another item that is a good idea to have on hand is a first aid kit. This Featherlite one has 205 first aid supplies to help a variety of minor injuries, and also comes with a lightweight case to refill at any time.
What is your favorite packing essential for road trips? Let me know in the comments below.
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