Picture this: cruising down scenic routes, warm breeze in your hair, your favorite tunes filling the air, and your loved ones singing along – a perfect road trip! A cost-effective and exciting way to travel with friends or family, road trips are a great way to make memories that’ll last a lifetime. Planning can feel overwhelming with endless checklists, but we’ve got you covered! If you’re about to go on a road trip from Vizag sometime soon, here’s a comprehensive checklist to help make your journey smooth and enjoyable.
Before The Trip
1. Car Inspection and Stocking
Most people overlook this important detail while planning a road trip. To have a smooth and problem-free road trip, the car to be used should be thoroughly inspected. Be it filling the tires with air, checking the battery, changing the motor oil, or having a complete carwash – get your car inspected before the trip.
After checking the car, ensure the vehicle is equipped with the essentials needed during the trip. These include a bright and working flashlight, foot tire pumping and tire changing kit, a first aid kit, adequate drinking water, a physical map, a phone charger, and a car freshener. It is also advisable to store sufficient fuel in a solid canister or fill the tank at a petrol pump before starting the trip.
2. GPS or Road Navigation System
Having a good and updated version of your GPA or navigation system is essential as it makes the journey easy for the one driving. Check if the system is updated and working well to reduce the chances of going off track while traveling.
3. Toll Gates
Make sure to locate any possible toll gate that might be on your way. Having an idea of when you will reach the toll gate will make planning your trip for efficient. Calculate the possible ticket rates and try to have some cash or coins in hand. Relying on UPI payments while traveling through roads is very risky, given there might not be an adequate network.
4. Personal Belongings
If you’ve ticked the above things off your checklist, it is time to store the essentials required during the road trip. Make sure to have your identification documents with you, such as your Aadhar card, PAN card, driver’s license, and proof of your hotel reservation. Pack sufficient sunscreen if needed, appropriate clothing based on your destination’s predicted climate, an additional pair of footwear and clothes to change into during the trip, sanitary essentials like pads and wipes, disposable garbage bags, and safety tools like pepper spray. These will ensure that you are prepared for any situation, should it arise.
During the trip
1. Take Driving Breaks
While traveling in groups, let the people with licenses (and experience) take turns. This will make sure that the energy and vibe stays high at all times. Drivers will be able to rest and enjoy the view from the passenger’s seat as well!
2. Entertainment!
Entertainment can include blasting and singing along to your favorite songs, enacting scenes from iconic movies, gossiping about your work, love, or friend group, playing games, and more. Having a way keep everyone entertained will ensure group participation and enthusiasm!
3. Stay Vigilant
While having fun is important, it is equally important to stay vigilant of our surroundings. Practice safety measures like locking the doors, following the traffic rules, and watching out for speeding cars. Make sure to keep everyone updated about progress made on the route occasionally.
After the trip
1. Check Into Hotel
After a long trip, it is important to take a rest. Upon reaching, make sure to check in to your hotel by following the necessary protocols. Make sure to park the car safely and secure it by locking it.
2. Refresh and Relax
Nothing beats the satisfaction of sprawling on a neatly made hotel bed after a long and fun drive. Have your fill of food from the hotel’s restaurant or pack your own parcel of comfort food from home! take a refreshing bath, and rejuvenate yourself.
3. Safety first!
Before logging out for the night, check the hotel room’s locks and windows for safety, before crawling into bed and sleeping like a baby!
This road trip checklist aims to make your planning more efficient, and your trip enjoyable and fun! So, what are you waiting for? Gather your friends, check these things off the list and go on a memorable road trip this weekend!
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