Thanksgiving means family time, and sometimes it means family travel time. Don’t let your sweet holiday mood go sour with kids bickering and fighting in the back seat.
Plan ahead to make the trip as pleasurable as arriving at the destination.
First, make sure you have a vehicle that can comfortably fit your family and their gear for the long haul. If you don’t own one, consider renting one. Today’s SUV’s come equipped with state-of-the-art video and sound systems that will go a long way toward soothing frayed nerves. Make up a fun playlist of family favorite songs to sing along with, and download a few movies you know the kids will enjoy.
But don’t just rely on plugging them in to get them there. Don’t disregard the old-fashioned, but still fun games of “Who can spot the most out-of-state license plates?” or “Keep your eyes peeled for a horse or a cow”. Better yet, turn over the map to them, and have them keep the gang informed of the next destination city. For tweens and teens, have them Google the route ahead to see if there are any hilarious stops to hit, like the Griswold’s “World’s Largest Ball of String.” The cornier, the better, and these stops are a great chance for everyone to stretch their legs and shift their mood. It takes a little extra time to travel the blue highways, but the memories are worth it.
And remember, making memories is what family holidays are all about.
So relax, slow down, and enjoy your next driving trip. Check out the full line of SUV’s and other vehicles available at All Star Travel. We partner with the largest rental car companies to get you the best deal possible. We do all the work, so you don’t have to! And, when you book a car with All Star Travel, we make a donation to a pediatric cancer research center, so more families can stay intact and enjoy more trips together.
With a state-of- the- art vehicle from All Star Travel, and a little bit of planning ahead, your next driving trip is sure to be a success!