Now that lockdowns are loosing up, it's time to fill up the gasoline. You're most probably trying to find the safest way to travel. Well, actually, the safest option is staying at home, but if you have a plan for this summer, the best way to go is a good old road trip.
We all love flying, but for a while, it is necessary to put this idea on the shelf. Travel restrictions due to COVID-19 will make cars our favorite travel vehicles in this period. Traveling with only our family or people we know in a car makes us feel safer and this way, we don't have to be in public areas such as airports.
We have compiled a list of the best road trip essentials to go with your disinfectants when packing.
1. Arctic Zone Titan Deep Freeze Cooler
This cooler offers space for up to 30 cans, and it is durable for any travel conditions. It keeps ice up to three days, so it is ideal for long road trips. The SmartShelf keeps drinks separated from sandwiches and other soft foods.
2. Reusable Grocery Bags Set
A grocery shopping bag is actually essential for a road trip. They keep your front seat clean and organized. Also, you can take a break and do some grocery shopping on the road with them.
3. Road Trip Planner and Journal
You will make sure you have everything you need on the road!
Are you ready to hit the road? Then, just plan your trip and enjoy it with this road trip planner. If you have a lot of plans for this summer, you better have a planner.
4. AWOKEN Unisex Potty Urinal for Car
Finding a clean bathroom on the road might be challenging, but if you have a potty urinal, it's not a problem anymore.
If you're a person who often has to go to the bathroom, this road trip potty will be your best travel companion. You or your kids may not be able to wait until the next public restroom, and hygiene is especially important during the COVID-19 pandemic, so getting a potty is essential. It's also handy for camping.
5. The North Face Jester Backpack
If you can't leave your Bluetooth speaker and other electronic devices when you go for a trip, get a durable backpack, and don't think about the rest.
It protects devices from falls. This backpack by the North Face is also ideal for those who don't want to carry big sized luggage. It has enough capacity to store your clothes.
6. OXO Good Grips Mini Travel Mug
The only thing that makes your morning trips better is coffee. Especially if you can't wake up without a sip from your coffee!
If you're driving on a challenging road, it's still fine: You don't need to worry about bumps and falls thanks to its durable lid. It will keep your beverages hot or cold much to your liking.
7. First Aid Only 299 Piece All-Purpose First Aid Kit
In case of an emergency, having a first aid kit can be crucial. This kit comes with 298 first aid supplies for cuts and pains. Since it's lightweight and easy to carry, it fits into your backpack or suitcase easily.
8. Aonerex GPS Navigation for Car
This GPS will provide you the brightest light even when driving under the sun and will not let you miss the route. You will get the latest map updates to download.
9. PLANTERS Deluxe Mixed Nuts
Long roads are boring without snacks. Nuts are always a good idea when you are not hungry for a meal but also want to have a little snack. This mixed nuts box contains cashews, almonds, hazelnuts, pistachios, and pecans. Also, the lid provides long-lasting freshness.
10. Lunch Bag Insulated Lunch Box
Not everyone likes to eat packaged food, especially if you don't trust the meals that are sold on supermarket shelves.
You can make your journey with a lunch bag that will keep your homemade sandwiches fresh for a long time. The upper container is ideal for chips, drinks, and snacks. The bottom keeps salad and lunch.
11. GlocalMe G3 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot
No need to search for a restaurant WiFi to connect to Instagram and Facebook while abroad. If you ask whether to pay expensive bills due to roaming charges or buy a mobile Hotspot, we definitely prefer the latter.
GlocalMe G3 lets you access the internet anywhere. You can share your connection with your friends since it can connect up to five devices.
12. NOCO Boost Plus Jump Starter
Stay safe while road tripping with a jump starter in your car trunk. With a 1000-amp portable lithium car battery jump starter pack, malfunctions you may encounter on the road are no longer worth thinking about. It can connect to any 12-volt automotive car battery.
13. Cup Holder Tablet Mount
Of course, this tablet mount is not a gadget we recommend for drivers, but it's a great invention for the little ones in the car.
This tablet mount is compatible with the iPad, Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and more. If you are looking at the route on your tablet, you can mount it on the cup holder of your car.
14. AstroAI Digital Tire Pressure Gauge
Flat tires are perhaps the worst thing that can happen to you during a road trip.
This tire pressure gauge is built to maintain correct tire pressure and extend tire life. You can read the digital display clearly, better than analog gauges. It resets itself without having to calibrate the device.
15. trtl - Scientifically Proven Super Soft Neck Support Travel Pillow
Nothing is better than taking a nap on long journeys, but sleeping in the car can cause neck pain. This travel pillow keeps your head in an ergonomic position while sleeping. No matter where you are, you will have a comfortable sleep anywhere with it.