A road trip is a fantastic way to explore locally and it can be done in one day. Living in Durban, one is spoilt for choice when it comes to day trips – you can venture into the Midlands, or take a long drive along the North or South Coast for a day at the beach.

Some planning is needed to make this a memorable day for the whole family.

Day Trip Tips

• Leave early so that the day is not wasted.
• Make sure your car is roadworthy.
• Fill up on petrol, check your oil and water and well as your spare tyre.
• Carry bottled water in case of an emergency.
• Take some plastic carrier bags so that car does not become messy.
• Take a USB with all your favourite tracks on it so you can sing and dance while road tripping.
• Make sure your phones are charged and you have a charging cable in your car.
• Don’t forget snacks for the road.
• Wet wipes for cleaning up any spills.
• Carry light jackets or jerseys in case the weather changes.
• Travel with family or friends.
• If travelling with friends; split the cost of petrol so it becomes more affordable to do this again.
• Carry a spare set of clothing for the little ones, including towels.
• Pack a picnic blanket that can double as a cover for your seats.
• Keep the little ones entertained with a bag of small toys and a few books. Play games in the car like “I spy”.

So what are you waiting for? Time to plan a road trip these holidays!

By Verushka Ramasami, Travel/Lifestyle Blogger.

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