Dad might be driving but Mom needs to be prepared. We all know who will be madder than a hornet on an August afternoon if the family gets stranded on the side of the highway. I’ve driven across North America, and I know how to pack a car, especially those car emergency kit must haves….
Valentine’s Day: How to Plan a Date in a Car
Baby, You can drive my car! It’s Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re taking out someone new or plan to drive with someone your significant other, you’ll need to get your ride ready for a romantic day or night with your sweetheart. We’ll get you prepared for what to bring and where to spend your special day…
Year of the Rat: How to Celebrate in 2020
Every year for the Chinese New Year, people will celebrate in many different ways. From pre-festival cleaning and new year shopping to decorating and gift exchanging. This year, celebrations take place from January 24-30, 2020. The actual Chinese New Year for 2020 is on January 25, 2020. And 2020 is the year of the rat….
Baseless Car Seat Installation: How to Keep Baby Safe In Taxis and Ubers
Choosing the correct car seat for your baby is one of the first big decisions parents make. Before your baby is even born, you likely spent hours researching which car seat to buy. You chose one you believe will be easy to use and will keep your baby safe and secure. But did you think…
What Not to Do When You Get an Out of State Traffic Ticket
It’s OK to just ignore that ticket you got on your road trip this summer, right? Wrong. Each of the 50 states that make up our nation is unique in its culture and attractions. Driving in each state can also be an experience in and of itself (and not always a positive one). Travel by…
8 Killer Tips to Pack a Car for the Best Holiday Road Trip
Yes, you can have it all and you can take it with you. No need to fear your precious Christmas vacation will become another chapter in the annals of the Griswolds. Instead, be the envy of everyone on the road, organized able to see out the window. Now, there are different kinds of packers. Pre-night…
A Trip to Witch City in the Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD
‘Tis the season to get spooky. For some that may mean decorating, haunted houses, pumpkin picking. Or maybe a trip to the “Witch City” also known as Salem, Massachusetts. It’s only a few hours away from the tri-state area which makes a fun, easy road trip. And the Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD was perfect for providing…
6 Best Food Containers to Keep Your Car Crud-Free
“I’ll never let my kids eat in the car.” Yeah, right. We’ve all either heard it or said it. But it’s probably one of the first things to go once you reach elementary age, if not before. Yes, a crumb-free vehicle sounds amazing, but it’s insanely unrealistic. Whether it’s a rushed breakfast on the way…
Top 10 Reasons You Should Try an RV Rental For Your Next Travel Adventure
If you’re looking for a budget-friendly way to see amazing things, that is. We recently went on our first RV trip exploring a few of the best National Parks in America. As a novice to the RV scene, I was a bit unsure if my family of 4 would take to this method of travel…
The Ultimate Road Trip Playlist: The Space Trip Mix Tape, Inspired By Apollo 11
Music makes the journey, even all the way to the moon and back. 50 years ago, the astronauts on Apollo 11 walked on the moon for the first time. For motivation and inspiration, they had a playlist! In those days, cassette tapes were not yet widely used, but they were perfect for space travel. (And…