Planning a road trip with your family is the perfect way to visit and explore new places with your family. But if you have a large family, you know that planning a family road trip isn’t just a matter of tossing a few suitcases in the car. So before you hit the open road with your kids, here’s a few tips to make the journey a little easier on everyone.
Plan early! If you have a large family, grabbing airplane tickets at the last minute will end up costing you’re a small fortune. But if you plan early, you could save big bucks or see that the more budget friendly idea is to travel by car. Either way, planning early will help you set a budget and save money for the entire trip. The same goes for making reservations for meals and attractions. With a larger family, you’ll need to book all of these details early to guarantee your family has a spot.
If you’re staying in a hotel, pack a twin size air mattress. They are easy to pack and will save you a lot of money in the end. Some hotel chains allow a roll-away bed in the room, but these are not guaranteed to be available. In some hotels, the roll-away beds are not permitted.