How to Take a Hassle Free Road Trip

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Think about where you're going and how far away it is.

   Are you planning on stopping to eat/sleep? Are you bringing kids?
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   Step 2: Put together a check-list of things you know you'll need long before you ever leave.

   Days.
   
   A week, even.
   
   For example:
   Toothbrush/Paste Deodorant Cell phone/Charger Toiletries (i.e. 'feminine products'
   
   make-up, etc) Clothes Camera Car games Family-friendly CDs Snacks/Water Emergency Hotline Numbers , Write the list down on a piece of paper and tape it to your mirror about a week before you leave.
   
   Everything you need will already be in your head. , This way you won't have any unpleasant surprises down the road. , Get their average prices.
   
   Figure out a round total and put that on your check-list.
   
   Now you have an idea of how much you'll spend along the way! ,, It's always a good idea to know where the nearest bathroom is. ,
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   Step 3: If you're going on a quick business trip

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   Step 4: that list would be even shorter.

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   Step 5: Create a budget!

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   Step 6: Go to MapQuest and calculate fuel cost

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   Step 7: and find some restaurants you can stop at.

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   Step 8: If you're bringing a pet

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   Step 9: search for hotels that welcome them so you don't have to drive around looking for one when everyone's tired.

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    Step 10: Another good idea is to find all the rest areas between you and your destination.

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    Step 11: Bring Entertainment

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