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Stuff to pack for a long car trip

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If you are going to be in the car for a few hours, or a few days, bring along some of these essentials!

Rated 1 point - posted 15 years ago by clementine in category Travel.

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cell phone with charger

5 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -

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cash

Always have some cash on hand, especially if you are travelling to an unfamiliar destination. Tolls really add up, and you may enounter places that don't take credit or debit cards.

5 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -

3.

a book or something to do (for passengers, not the driver)

4 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -

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a map

Pick up an atlas or map to guide you to your location. You should also get a local map, if needed, once you arrive.

4 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -

5.

snacks

Simple, non-perishible snacks can keep you moving, and allow you to stop when it it convenient--not when you are starving!

4 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -

6.

iPod

Videos, music, apps!

3 points - added 14 years ago by guest -

7.

First Aid Kit

3 points - added 15 years ago by guest -

8.

full tank of gas

3 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -

9.

umbrella or rain ponchos

2 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -

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clothing for your destination, if the weather is different

2 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -

11.

Car DVD player

If you are travelling with kids, this one is a must, and worth eveyr penny on long trips

2 points - added 15 years ago by clementine -

12.

sunscreen

1 point - added 15 years ago by clementine -

13.

directions

1 point - added 15 years ago by clementine -

14.

spare car key

Bring along a spare key, and keep in in your pocket or purse. Getting locked out of the car in an unfamiliar city is no fun!

1 point - added 15 years ago by clementine -