Dogs are the best travel companions, especially on long road trips, but you must be adequately prepared to keep your fur baby healthy, happy, and safe. When COVID happened, and the world stopped, the winner in our home was our dog, Razor. He had a lap to sit on, and someone to wrap him up in a fleece blanket and give him treats all day long. The result of this life change was that we all became more attached if that was even possible. So, of course, when it came time to plan our getaway, he would be involved. And we learned that a pupcation is the best kind of vacation. Ready to plan? I have ..read more

Roadtrippin’ is where it’s at these days. A healthy family road trip enables you to cherish your time on the road, maintain wellness and safety, and create lifelong memories. Affiliate Disclosure: There are affiliate links throughout this post. This means if you click on a link and purchase a product through that link, then I will receive a small commission for the referral. And that is kinda cool. Embarking on an epic family road trip allows you more control over your schedule, a laid back experience, relaxed time with your kiddos, and even a little spontaneity when the need arises. Let’s p ..read more

Almost everyone has that one friend who’s always on the road or packing up their house to take a cross-country trip. And if you’re looking for a gift to give them, you’ve come to the right place. Here are more than 50 practical road trip gifts for road trippers and travelers who love to hit the open road. Whether for yourself or someone else, these gift ideas are practical, fun, and sometimes quirky —— everything from travel games like I spy [Travel Edition] and Scavenger Hunt for Kids [Travel Edition] down to essentials like a sturdy and stylish backpack or portable charger. Browse through o ..read more

Road tripping has become increasingly popular over the past year. It’s more important than ever to equip your car with a fully stocked and personalized car survival kit.   Ahhhh, 2020, at last, you are just a memory. We isolated ourselves at the beach and in the mountains, and we have made some day trips since flight travel has all but ceased. The road trips taught me how to prepare for just about anything, often the hard way.   So, here you go, all of the items you need in a DIY car survival kit, printable checklist included. Share This With Your Road Tripping Friends Af ..read more

The best part of an epic road trip is the healthy snacks for the kids and the quick meal in a charming public park that you found spontaneously with your GPS. There are many ways to stay healthy while on the road, starting with the foods that fuel your body. Say no to the drive-through and the icky gas station grub and find a quiet, peaceful pet-friendly park. Take a walk with your pup and the kids to get the sillies out, eat a healthy light meal, and keep going. If you have your snacks and meals planned out and packed, it’s easy. After reading this, you have no excuse not to be prepared, as ..read more