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What you need to know about road trip planning

Road trip planning is an important part of travel planning, especially when time is an important factor, and this is often the case during business trips, or in the matter of connections with flights or trains for example.

Plan a road trip - the preparation, step 1

In order to be able to plan a road trip, you need to know the following things:

The time of arrival. At what time do you need to be at your destination? Do you have an important meeting upon arrival, or do you have more flexibility? If possible, it's better to reserve some extra travel time, as nothing is worse that you get stressed as a consequence of lack of time. The more relaxed you arrive, the more you will enjoy the time away
The time of departure. When will you be able to leave? Is this flexible, or is the time limited, as you have appointments till the last moment before departure? Again, the more relaxed you arrive at your destination, the better, so if possible plan enough time for the trip.

Road trip planning: the preparation, step 2

The next step for a proper road trip planning is to pay attention to the following:

Do you have a car, or do you need to rent a car? In the last case, you can find suggestions at the page rent a car.
A few things you need for sure when you travel to an unknown destination are the destination address, a travel map, and a road map, and not only and electronic road trip planner! Although the electronic devices have become more and more reliable, it is always wise to bring some old-fashioned paperwork in case of breakdown. Last but not least you need to bring along your trip routing.
Take care that the car is in a good technical condition, that it is fueled, and that it is equipped with safety devices, such as an emergency triangle, safety vest, torch, blanket (for cold countries), first aid kit, sun glasses and mobile phone charger. In case you need some equipment, you can buy these on-line via:.

Protect8.com for car safety products

Savalife for doze and deer alert devices

Depending on the destination, you might need an international driving permit. This license does not replace your original license, so you always have to bring your original driving license as well! Below you will find more information on how and were you can obtain an international driving permit.