How To Plan A Road Trip

I always found planning a road trip to be troublesome.

What? It's tedious, tiring and stressful - that's why I prefer road trips to be spontaneous and unplanned. Isn't it exciting to find the places you love by accident?

But it is wise to plan ahead. So if you're an obsessive compulsive *cough, cough - like me*, you'll probably want a guide so that you'll be able to maximize the experience.

Just Drive Philippines Road Trip Plan

1. Always have a map

Be it a virtual map, a GPS, or a physical map, it's always nice to know the directions and where the hell you're going.

2. Do the research

Call ahead for reservations for inns or hotels or motels or apartelles - whatever suits your taste buds. Just don't forget to estimate the time you're going to take travelling. Consider the time you take for stop overs also if your in to a long drive.

If your destination is near to home, then you can just look for routes, stop overs, gasoline station locations and the such - so that if ever you ran into an emergency, you're a well prepared camper.

IMPORTANT:

For health reasons, it's best to see what disease is endemic in the area. Take Palawan, Philippines, for example. If you're planning to go there, then you better get your Malaria shots first and foremost. Be cautious to everything that you do people. :)

3. Car maintenance


Before you hit the road, not only do you need a full tank of gas, but you also need to ensure that your car is in good working order. Peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Safety is always #1!

Check and change the oil, water, and other fluids. Check the tires - inflate them if needed. Replace windshield wipers and the whatnot.


4. Bring the essentials

Always have water, spare tire, and stuff you need to keep your vehicle running.

Commuting? Keep your money and other valuables in a SAFE place. Inside your bag, socks, underwear. You get it.

Keep your electronics charged - never forget this!

5. Travel on a budget

Well since we're talking about money, it's a good idea to plan around your budget. There are many budget travel plans you can follow since there are a lot of reputable travel bloggers around nowadays - you just have to search around the web for the best one that fits your criteria.

Budget travel tips:

The plans will most likely include a place to stay in, but be warned - if a contact number for a hotel or a resort is available, call first to check if the offer is still the same. There are peak seasons and such, so it will probably vary.

6. Road trip songs

Always have a playlist ready to keep the mood fun and exciting - sometimes even relaxing. Here's a little list of road trip songs to drive to.


And that's it. I hope this had been of great help to you.

Go and just drive! :)