Surviving A Road Trip With Your In-Laws

Can you believe that July is nearly over? I know, you’re probably screaming at me to stop talking because nobody wants to think about the fact that we only have a little bit of summer left. Well, don’t stress, you’ve got lots of time to get out and enjoy the rest of the summer, and the best way to do that is to hit the road for your next big getaway. However, whether you’re planning on taking a day trip or getting away for the week, travel can be hard if you’re taking the kids along for the ride. Let’s face it, kids get bored easily and when that happens you could be stuck with tears on tears on tears. To avoid that situation from happening and inevitability you crying, we have got some helpful tips for you in this week’s blog. We want to help keep you from pulling your hair out, and the best way to do that is to keep the kiddos entertained. A fun way to do that is with games! Below we have listed some of our favorites and we wanted to share them with you! However, we do suggest bring along filler activities to do in between games because you don’t want to play them all at once and be stuck with nothing else to do during your ride!  So check out our list below and remember to have safe travels! I Spy: This is a car ride classic! It will keep the kids guessing and entertain for a good amount of time, plus it so much for them to feel like they have fooled you so don’t guess correct too quickly! Road Trip Bingo: This fun game combines bingo with a scavenger hunt. Give each child a flat surface, like a clipboard or a notebook, and have them place it in their lap. each player gets a free printable bingo card and a ziplock bag with 16 pennies. When a player spies an item on his card, he covers the picture with a penny. Just like in regular bingo, the first player to cover all the squares in a straight line, wins. License Plate Game: Make sure everyone has a piece of paper or come prepared and print out maps. Then write down or cross out each state you see, once someone has crossed out all 50 (or whoever has the most) they win! 20 Questions. This easy-peasy game is great for young kids, thanks to its straightforward rules. Player One thinks of a person, place or thing. Everyone else takes turns asking questions that can be answered with a simple yes or no. After each answer, the questioner gets one guess. Play continues until a player guesses correctly. I’m Going on a Picnic. This alphabet-based memory game is great for kids 5 and up. You don’t need a game board or any materials. The game can be played with as few as two players, but it’s more fun when the whole family joins in. The first player says “I’m going on a picnic and I’m bringing...” followed by something that begins with A, such as apples. The second player repeats what the first person said, but adds something that begins with B. And so on. If someone forgets an item, she is out. To be fair, feel free to be lenient and give hints to younger players. The last player to be able to recite all the items on the list wins.

Get ready. Get set. It’s time for one last summer road trip! Whether your road trip is going to take you somewhere close or perhaps somewhere far like a different state, we want to help make sure that you pack the best survival kit to help get you through your last summer road trip of 2021! Below, we have listed out must-have items for parents and children so your life is a little easier when it comes time to pack up your bags! Check it out and let us know if we have missed anything on the list! For The Parents: Car chargers for devices GPS or Map App on smartphone Wipes, paper towels, or towels (you choose!) Light, non-messy snacks, and water to stay hydrated Emergency Kit - Flashlight, batteries, jumper cables, tire inflator, umbrella, AAA roadside emergency contact information. Non-Emergency Kit - trash bags, tissues, cleaning wipes, hand sanitizer, and travel-size toiletries. For The Children: Sing-along songs to play Books to read Favorite toy, blanket, or pillow to stay comfortable Light, non-messy healthy snacks and water to stay hydrated Portable video games or DVD Player and movies List of games to play like “I Spy” or “License Plate Game” Tip For Everyone! Extra clothing - sneakers, warm sweater, rain jacket. Weather can be very unpredictable, plan accordingly and be sure you are ready to go no matter what the weather is! Road Trip In A New Toyota This Month!

Summer is in full swing and I am sure that you’ll be hitting the road this summer for some fun in the sun with friends and family. And before you say “is this another blog about me servicing my vehicle?” you can rest assured that this week’s blog is not about that. However, if you haven’t serviced your vehicle in a while, it would be a good idea to schedule an appointment before you hit the road this summer! Anyway, this week we are talking about our ultimate road trip packing list, and let me tell you this has nothing to do with whether or not you should pack the shoes or not! This week we are focusing more on the importance of essential accessories and important information you should have with you before hitting the road. So, take a few minutes and check out our ultimate road trip list below and help ensure that your road-trip will be stress-free even if you do find yourself running into an issue. Keep your car on the road with these essentials License and registration A copy of your car insurance policy and the relevant contact numbers Your car’s manual A spare tire Roadside Emergency Kit Little road trip accessories that can make a big difference Paper maps/ map apps (technology doesn’t always work, having a back is always a good plan) Spare  money in case of an emergency A notebook and pen in the case that you need to leave a note or write information down First aid kit Flashlight Bug spray Large water bottles Toilet roll Stay connected & Entertained Phone chargers Bluetooth/wireless hands-free kit for your mobile phones Killer road trip playlist Don’t forget your camera for memories! Portable WiFi A good book or two Travel games for both the car and when you get to your destination Don’t Forget To Service Your Toyota Before Hitting The Road!