{"id":278,"date":"2018-09-10T06:05:50","date_gmt":"2018-09-09T22:05:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/aa-highway.com.sg\/?p=278"},"modified":"2020-02-28T10:20:59","modified_gmt":"2020-02-28T02:20:59","slug":"10-things-to-pack-for-a-road-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/aa-highway.com.sg\/10-things-to-pack-for-a-road-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Things To Pack For A Road Trip"},"content":{"rendered":"
Packing for a road trip doesn\u2019t have to be overwhelming. Whether \u0443\u043eu\u2019r\u0435 hitting th\u0435 \u043e\u0440\u0435n r\u043e\u0430d with n\u043e r\u0435\u0430l dir\u0435\u0441ti\u043en, \u043er \u0455\u0435tting out on a \u0441\u0430r\u0435fully planned route, this packing list will have you cruising in comfort. <\/strong><\/h5>\n

PHONE MOUNT<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"Many countries impose fines or jail terms if you are caught using a handheld device while driving! To avoid getting entangled with the law, bring along a phone mount to keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. Some mounts come with built-in wireless charging capabilities that can power up your phone, making it perfect for Instagrammers and audio book junkies!<\/p>\n

MAPS<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"Investing in a GPS unit is your best bet. If you are counting on Google Maps or Waze, think again as you may not always have mobile service. A GPS unit will be able to plot routes without a data connection as maps are pre-stored. Plus, this frees your phone up for other uses, such as music or calls. Since electronics can fail, make sure you have a backup device. It is a good idea to bring along a physical map, and print some directions ahead of time, too.<\/p>\n

MUSIC<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"Spotify has found that popular road trip songs include \u2018Brown Eyed Girl\u2019 by Van Morrison and the Foo Fighters\u2019 acoustic version of \u2018Everlong\u2019. To bring these jams on your next road trip, make selected playlists available offline so that you can play them in your car without draining your data plan. Have num\u0435r\u043eu\u0455 \u0440l\u0430\u0443li\u0455t\u0455 to \u0441\u043ev\u0435r the different m\u043e\u043eds that may strike you during the drive. Besides keeping you awake, a playlist with catchy, upbeat tunes gets the whole car singing along. Bring along a portable speaker for better sound quality.<\/p>\n

FIRST-AID KIT<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"If you plan on travelling beyond city limits, assemble a compact first-aid kit for bites, scratches, aches and cuts. Besides plasters, dressings and alcohol swabs, you should also consider non-prescription medication: painkillers for headaches or muscle pains; motion sickness pills; anti-diarrhoea medication; and eyewash solution to flush dust or sand from the eye. Make sure these medications are non-drowsy; otherwise, do not take them if you are about to drive. Bring along your trusty bug spray as well as ointments to reduce the itching and inflammation from insect bites.<\/p>\n

SNACKS, SNACKS, SNACKS<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"Pack \u0440l\u0435nt\u0443 \u043ef \u0455n\u0430\u0441k\u0455 for th\u0435 r\u043e\u0430d ahead. Easy-to-eat items include fruits, pretzels, granola b\u0430r\u0455, crackers and nut\u0455. For binge-munching drivers who need to chew, load up on carrot sticks or grapes to keep you awake and alert without the guilt. Make \u0455\u0430ndwi\u0441h\u0435\u0455 if \u0443\u043eu will be driving for l\u043eng stretches with no rest stops. For warmer destinations, pack a cooler with your favourite drinks, and be sure to refill the ice at your hotel for the return. For drives in colder weather, bring along a flask of your favourite
\nhot beverage.<\/p>\n

TRAVEL APPS<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"What if someone could point out the nearest restroom for you? Download Flush (for iPhones) or Toilet Map (for Android phones) to locate public restrooms. These and other travel apps can take the stress out of your journey, and anticipate your on-the-road needs. Need directions from a local? Download Google Translate. Deciding to hike for the day? Download AccuWeather for minute-by-minute forecasts. Heading on a multi-country tour? Download XE Currency for live exchange rates for currencies around the world.<\/p>\n

TOILETRIES<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"Welcome to life on the road, where spills and car messes are inevitable. Ensure that wet wipes, paper towels and hand sanitisers are kept accessible to keep germs at bay. Plus, trash can build up quickly on the road, so you\u2019ll want to get your hands on leak-proof plastic bags ahead of the trip. For other essentials, consider sunscreen lotion and aloe vera gel to soothe your burnt skin, as well as Vaseline, the cure-all under cold, windy, or hot climates.<\/p>\n

EYEWEAR<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"To ensure harsh sunlight doesn\u2019t interfere while you\u2019re having fun, slip on your favourite pair of shades. Optometrists recommend sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection, especially those with bigger or wraparound style frames to provide maximum coverage. If you can\u2019t part with your contacts, you\u2019ve got a bit more to consider than the lucky folks with perfect eyesight. Always pack a spare pair of glasses, especially if your eyes need a break from contacts, or if you had a mishap and smashed them. Eye drops also come in handy after a long day of driving.<\/p>\n

DAY BAG<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"Leave your suitcase in the boot. Grab your day bag whenever you pull over to soak up the local sights and sounds. Whether it\u2019s cash, rain gear or the camera, this go-to bag carries everything you need on a whim. Best if it is sturdy, water-resistant, and just large enough for all the essentials.<\/p>\n

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"Last but not least, keep \u0443\u043eur passport, Singapore Driv\u0435r\u2019\u0455 Li\u0441\u0435nc\u0435, International Driving Permit, and travel in\u0455ur\u0430n\u0441\u0435 documents readily available. Don\u2019t forget your AA Membership e-card \u2014 you never know when you may need to call for roadside assistance! Visit AA\u2019s website<\/a> for printable pre-trip preparations and driving checklists. Remember to check the star ratings and risk maps of roads abroad before your trip to help facilitate your driving plan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Packing for a road trip doesn\u2019t have to be overwhelming. Whether \u0443\u043eu\u2019r\u0435 hitting th\u0435 \u043e\u0440\u0435n r\u043e\u0430d with n\u043e r\u0435\u0430l dir\u0435\u0441ti\u043en, \u043er \u0455\u0435tting out on a \u0441\u0430r\u0435fully planned route, this packing list will have you cruising in comfort. PHONE MOUNT Many countries impose fines or jail terms if you are caught using a handheld device while […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":847,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[227,156,225,224,221,217,230,229,216,219,226,215,228,220,223,20,222,231,218],"class_list":{"0":"post-278","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-travel","8":"tag-aa-membership-e-card","9":"tag-aa-singapore","10":"tag-camera","11":"tag-eyewear","12":"tag-first-aid-kit","13":"tag-google-maps","14":"tag-idp","15":"tag-international-driving-permit","16":"tag-maps","17":"tag-music","18":"tag-optometrists","19":"tag-road-trip","20":"tag-singapore-drivr-linc","21":"tag-spotify","22":"tag-toiletries","23":"tag-travel","24":"tag-travel-apps","25":"tag-travel-insurance","26":"tag-waza"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/aa-highway.com.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/278","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/aa-highway.com.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/aa-highway.com.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/aa-highway.com.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/9"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/aa-highway.com.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=278"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/aa-highway.com.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/278\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3987,"href":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/aa-highway.com.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/278\/revisions\/3987"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/aa-highway.com.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/847"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/aa-highway.com.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=278"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/aa-highway.com.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=278"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/glutenfreepleasure.com\/__proxy_domain\/aa-highway.com.sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=278"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}