{"id":2378,"date":"2020-10-29T11:56:11","date_gmt":"2020-10-29T11:56:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.compareandchoose.com.au\/?p=2378"},"modified":"2024-12-19T12:50:05","modified_gmt":"2024-12-19T12:50:05","slug":"how-to-plan-a-cross-country-road-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.compareandchoose.com.au\/news\/how-to-plan-a-cross-country-road-trip","title":{"rendered":"How to Plan a Cross-Country Road Trip?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2381\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.compareandchoose.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/pexels-element-digital-1051075-1.jpg\" alt=road trip map\"\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you\u2019re a passionate road-tripper who can\u2019t wait to embark on a new cross-country adventure \u2013 welcome to the club, you aren\u2019t the only one here! We\u2019re here to help you out, so look no further and check out our useful tips on how to plan your next trip. Just keep on reading and enjoy!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">First things first \u2013 create a detailed itinerary<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Even though many people claim that unpredictable road trips are the best ones, we must say that we don\u2019t agree with this claim completely. We believe that coming up with a detailed itinerary is essential for a successful road trip \u2013 especially a cross-country one. First of all, you should figure out how many days you have to travel. Also, you must know where you want to go and what to see, so that you can plan your route around that. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Of course, no one says that you should go for the fastest route out there. Yes, it\u2019ll save you a lot of time, but is there really anything to see on the highway? Not really, so opt for some scenic roads and out-of-the-way attractions instead and you won\u2019t regret it!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Create a realistic budget<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Your budget is the next essential thing you must plan. This is important because a lot of people either run out of money while on a road trip or stress over their finances so that they skip all the attractions and the most exciting parts of the trip. To <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thestreet.com\/how-to\/budget-road-trip-tips-15099191\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">plan out your budget<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, you must be familiar with the admission fees for attractions you want to see. Besides that, if you plan to book a hostel or any other type of accommodation, you should count it in, too. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As you\u2019re traveling in your RV, you should also calculate your driving distance \u2013 at least approximately. This will help you figure out your gas bill, but make sure to add an extra tank if you get lost. There are food costs you should bear in mind as well. Just count everything in and you\u2019ll be able to create a realistic budget!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Make sure that your RV is fully safe and ready<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Needless to say, your RV will be your home for the next few days or weeks. This is exactly why you must be sure that it\u2019s fully safe and ready for the trip. Truth be told, our vehicles can break down more often than we could imagine. So, if you want to avoid any unpleasant situations with your RV, you should definitely have it serviced before you embark on a new trip. It should include an oil change and safety checks on brakes, fluid levels, battery, belts, spare tire, and other important things. Apart from that, you should also <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/furrion.com\/collections\/cameras\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">install a useful RV camera system<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. It often comes with multiple cameras that feature wide viewing angles, night vision, and motion detection, so give it a fair shot and you won\u2019t regret it. That\u2019s a promise!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Pack wisely<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, road trips significantly differ from traveling by airplane in many aspects \u2013 including the luggage. There are no teeny-tiny overhead compartments any longer, but you know what? It doesn\u2019t mean that you should pack three bags of stuff just because you have extra space for them! That\u2019s right, minimizing your load is crucial when you\u2019re going on a road trip. It means that you should plan your outfits in the first place. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">For example, basic colors such as black, gray, and white are a great choice as garments in these colors can be easily mixed and matched with each other. Besides that, clothes made from lightweight fabrics are more than welcome here. They can be easily washed and dried, which is essential when you don\u2019t want to bring too much unnecessary stuff!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Be sure to pack your cooler, too<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Even though visiting restaurants or street food stalls is quite normal when it comes to road trips, why wouldn\u2019t you pack your cooler and save some money that way? Apart from bottled water, your cooler should also contain some healthy snacks and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodhousekeeping.com\/food-recipes\/easy\/g4900\/easy-make-ahead-meals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">make-ahead meals<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. This is vital simply because running into closed rest areas and restaurants in smaller towns is realistic when driving cross-country. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">So, having some nutritious snacks is very useful in such cases. All you have to do is to reach behind you and get your favorite sandwich and a sip of water. Once you finish everything you\u2019ve brought, you can always refill your cooler along the way. As simple as that!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As you can tell, planning a cross-country trip doesn\u2019t have to be as challenging as you probably thought. All you need to do is to stick to our tips and follow our guidelines since this is the best way to get ready for a cross-country road trip like a true pro. Once that\u2019s done, success is guaranteed!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re a passionate road-tripper who can\u2019t wait to embark on a new cross-country adventure \u2013 welcome to the club, you aren\u2019t the only one here! 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