How to Make Car Travel Fun

Each year, families jump into their cars and head off on a road trip vacation. Within
minutes the kids start getting bored riding in the car and you are left with the
headache of trying to make their travel experience fun before they start to pick on
each other.

Here are some suggestions to keep your ride fun, peaceful and the ever dreaded
question of "are we there yet?".

1. Play the alphabet game. - Children at reading age and above can play this game.
There are a few variations for this game. Starting with the first letter of the alphabet,
A - Find this letter on signs, billboards or license plates, but the word must start
with the letter A with a name like Applebees. Continue to the letter B for example: If
you drive past a Burger King restaurant, then you have your B, and can begin
looking for C. Of course you can make up the rules to your liking depending on the
age of your children. The key is that you must find these letters in sequence.

2. Another variation of the alphabet game will work for younger kids by finding
objects which start with each letter in the Alphabet. If you drive past a red barn, you
could probably claim either an R (red) or a B (barn), depending on which letter you
need next.

3. Play Card Games. There are many easy games which do not require all too much
space such as uno or war. A few travel games can pass by time and keep the kids
happy while you take a break from the action.

4. Play the I SPY game. I spy something green and it's outside (as opposed to inside
the car). Riders take turns looking outside for something that might be the color
green. Chances are the object will pass quickly, so you will have to be alert and act
quickly. This is a great game to have your kids think as well as keep them busy and
aware of their surroundings.

5. Have the kids watch a movie or play their own travel game. The kids will be
occupied and probably glued to their own entertainment.

Don't forget to take a break. Although stopping does not get you quickly to your
destination, it is important to take at least one stop along the way. Stretch breaks as
well as blatter relief should not go neglected as they are important for your bodies
well being. By getting some fresh air along the way, your road trips will be much
more enjoyable for everyone.