Travel
7 Road Trip Must-Haves
Every road tripper has experienced a sense of adventure while cruising to their destination with the windows down and radio on. Road trips make for memorable experiences, and can be made even better with a little preparation. Here are a few of the Weego Team’s top 7 must-have items for road trips!
Water & Snacks
Whether you’re traveling a short distance or to a faraway destination, a variety of snacks is essential for both sustenance and diffusing hanger (hungry + anger) pains. Consider a mix of essentials like electrolyte packets, Boxed Water, and protein bars along with novelties like gummy worms, chips, beef jerky, and fruit.
Weego Portable Jump Starter
This is a non-negotiable: whether spontaneous or planned, road trips require a portable jump starter. There is nothing fun about your engine breaking down in an unfamiliar or remote area with no cell service. Depending on which Weego model you bring along for the journey, you may also be able to check a flashlight and USB charger off your packing list too!
Pillows & Blankets
In order to keep your passengers comfortable, ensure everyone brings a pillow and blanket. Not only are road trips prime time for sleeping, everyone is most comfortable at different temperatures. For safety reasons, fleece and thermal blankets are also a great idea when traveling in colder climates.
Emergency Kit
Prepare for any situation with a well-thought-out emergency kit. Consider packing 3-days worth of nourishment and supplies to handle any element like fire, flood, high wind, and snow.
Notebook + Cameras
Keep track of your favorite locations, interesting attractions, and the little moments in between with a journal and camera. Break out the Polaroid or disposable camera for tangible memories.
Sunglasses, Sunscreen, & Chapstick
Sunglasses, sunscreen, and ChapStick will keep your skin safe regardless of climate. Blinding white snow? Check. Blazing hot sun? Check. High winds with zero humidity? Check!
Printable Games
Road trips can be long for adults, and even longer for energetic kids. Encourage them to look away from devices and to the outdoors with games like I Spy, License Plate Game, Car Colors, and Road Sign Bingo. Download the templates below!
If you’re traveling with kids in tow, try out our free printable Road Trip Kit! Simply download, and print to create an activity binder to keep your kids busy while you’re on the road.
The games include I Spy, License Plate Game, Car Colors, and Road Sign Bingo.
Click here to download!
Travel
8 Things to Do Before Your Next Road Trip
There’s plenty of spontaneity involved in road trips, like unplanned stops at roadside attractions and adding a few hours to your journey just to take the scenic route. The Weego Team has come up with a list of things to do to prep for your next road trip so you can worry less and adventure more!
Check your car
Before leaving, check your car’s oil, brakes, tires, wiper fluid, and anything else that could potentially cause an issue. Make sure your spare tire is fully inflated, and bring along a car emergency kit.
Charge your Weego
Make sure your Weego portable jump starter is ready for use in case of a dead battery. Your Weego should be charged every 6 months as routine maintenance.
Make a Packing List
We’ve given you a head start with our list of 7 Road Trip Must-Haves, but our big takeaway here is to consider both comfort and safety.
Clean Your Car
Sitting in a vehicle for hours, or even days, is a much better experience in a clean car! Be sure to bring trash bags, wipes, hand sanitizer, or some car organizers to keep things tidy and fresh on the road.
Download Songs and Audiobooks
Download a variety of listening options including podcasts, audiobooks, and songs to satisfy every mood and preference, especially if you’re driving with multiple passengers. A good playlist or novel can make long stretches of open road that much more enjoyable.
Download Apps and Emergency Numbers
Downloading apps and pre-programming phone numbers is important if you’re going to be traveling through remote areas. GPS apps like Waze and Google Maps can help avoid high traffic areas as well. Be sure to print or purchase maps as a backup, if necessary.
Print Games for Kids
If you’re traveling with kids, consider turning their attention to the open road with printable games like I Spy, License Plate Game, Car Colors, and Road Sign Bingo. Download the templates here!
Remember to Have Fun!
They say it’s the journey, not the destination. If you’re not thrilled about the long drive, just think about the people you’re with and the memories you’re making together along the way!
If you’re traveling with kids in tow, try out our free printable Road Trip Kit! Simply download, and print to create an activity binder to keep your kids busy while you’re on the road.
The games include I Spy, License Plate Game, Car Colors, and Road Sign Bingo.
Click here to download!
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Through our parent company–Paris Corporation, we have a Make It Better charitable giving program where we make both product and monetary donations to local charities and organizations.
Recently we donated two 66 Jump Starters to an organization called The Other Side Academy – a two-year re-educational and vocational program for men and women who have struggled with addiction, criminality, joblessness, and homelessness. While here, the students learn vocational and life skills, allowing them to emerge with a healthy life on “the other side”.
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Stay Entertained During Labor Day Traffic
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