Planning a Road Trip? Here’s What You’ll Need

While the summer may feel like a long time ago now, it’s never too early to start thinking about

your next road trip. With time on your side, you can even start thinking about a new route to

tackle. Why not head out and see the sights of mainland Europe instead? Here are some of the

things you’ll need to make it a trip to remember.

Sat Nav

There’s a long-running stereotype about guys being reluctant to ask for directions. Guess what:

it’s true. To prevent any potential arguments, make sure your bring an up-to-date sat nav with

you. While your smartphone will likely have a built-in GPS, you won’t always be able to find an

internet connection. Plus, it’s always best to try and preserve your phone’s battery life. As a last

resort, why not pack a tried and trusty map as well just in case technology lets you down?

First Aid Kit

You may think that taking along a first aid kit is excessive. After all, you’ll have your phone with

you to call a professional if any accident happens. If you’re travelling through rural areas,

though, the time it takes for emergency services to arrive could be drastically increased. A

simple health and safety pack will help you combat any cuts or bruises, and could protect you

from sustaining any long-term injuries. While you may think this kind of thing will never happen

to you, it’s always best to be prepared.

Digital Camera

The old adage goes that “the best camera is the one that’s with you.” Since the proliferation of

smartphones, many people no longer see the need for a dedicated device. When it comes to a trip

that will no doubt be full of unexpected turns, though, it’s better to be safe than sorry. The best

thing about single-use devices is you won’t have to worry about charging them every night

either. Depending on how much you use it, you may be able to go the whole trip without needing

to switch the battery.

Breakdown Cover

Naturally, being on the road for so long will increase your chance of running into any problems

by tenfold. Take out breakdown cover to make sure you don’t end up wasting a valuable day of

your trip being stuck on the side of the road. There’ll be plenty of local companies that can offer

you cover, but you can also use a UK-based company Breakdown Direct if you’d prefer. This

will give you the protection you need when heading overseas.