Preparing For Day 2 Of The Drive

Day one of a road trip can be rather exciting for the entire family, but by the time the second morning rolls around the atmosphere tends to change. If your family trip is going to involve more than a single day in a vehicle on the way to a destination, chances are you’re going to need some advanced strategies for keeping everyone happy and having fun.

One of the best ways to prepare the kids for a second day on the road is to make sure they get plenty of rest the night before. If you stop early enough on the first evening, give the children a chance to stretch their legs, play, eat and get plenty of rest.

The next morning, get them up, ready and excited for another day on the road by fueling them with a good breakfast. A good stretch and some play time can also be helpful for getting them going for the ride ahead.

Once you’re on the road, consider these things for helping pass the time:

• Watch movies – If you have a portable DVD player along for the ride, plan a special “double feature” for day two. Unwrap a few new movies the kids have been asking to see and you’ll have their attention for several hours for sure.

• Plan a special stop – A fun, mid-day stop is a great way to break up the ride. Pick a park, an unusual tourist attraction or some other place where the kids can get out and burn off a little energy.

Family road trips are fun, but the novelty can wear off fast. Plan some “special events” to make day two go smoothly and you’ll thank yourself later.