Keepin' it clean
Stock the car with tissue, toilet paper, wet wipes and plastic bags for rubbish, dirty clothes and last-minute vomit receptable.
As parents we need to plan ahead when it comes to travelling with kids. There are the courageous among us who still have the fire of adventure burning bright and will not only go to the most exotic of destinations, but manage to do so with a toddler, minimal luggage and a baby strapped snugly in its Baby Bjorn. Yes, we salute you.
For the rest of us mere mortals, careful planning is imperative – from staying in family-friendly accommodation to having enough entertainment to keep Junior occupied during that long flight or drive.
No matter what kind of trip you’re embarking on, the key word is ‘preparation’ – that, nerves of steel and the ability to survive on minimal sleep and nourishment. It’s not all doom and gloom of course, once you arrive at your destination, your holiday can truly begin. Here are a few survival tips for those embarking on a road trip with the troop in tow.
