WE SHINE RIDES AND HELP YOU FEEL GREAT WHEN YOU DRIVE
Are you planning on traveling across the countryside to visit a relative's home for the holidays? There are many memorable moments that can happen during the upcoming holiday, even in traveling! When you start the trip what do you enjoy most? Are there any special traditions to participate in during your travel? Do you have any fun ideas to make the time pass as you travel? Leave us a comment about it. Share with us what you would do on a long road trip or how your family relaxes as you wait on a plane and you are needing something to do. As soon as we finish with Thanksgiving, it is only a short time before we are back on the road for another drive, over the hills and through the woods, to “Grandmothers” house. If you are going anywhere very far, it will benefit you to plan ahead. With the mass of people beginning the holiday rush to relatives homes there are plenty of people out on the highways and at the airport, so keep that in mind and stay ahead of the rush in your planning. This may be a great year to take that longer trip. With gas more reasonable, driving is a good option for many. It can certainly make getting around once you arrive more convenient as well. You could also pack things that you had planned to mail. It could be a great use of those little treats that get made during the season, so take this opportunity to bring those extra homemade goodies along for loved ones. If you are taking a flight remember to check the arrival/ departure times of your flights so that you or your family, are not waiting around or missing a connection.Why not take a special journal and record your trip and observations while you wait. It might provide some hilarious moments around the Christmas table for the entire family. Plan ahead and leave a little earlier to maintain a more relaxed schedule, allowing for any potential delays you may face. It may be helpful to plan extra time when going through large cities and dealing with heavy traffic. With the changes in weather you might face, it is a good idea to keep gear ready and know how to use it. Plan to take extra time for rest stops and stretching when you are traveling, by road, across the country. There are certain basics to have packed for a long trip to keep the experience more stress free. Don't forget to pack that extra winter safety pack for the road and keep the worries limited. It may be good to add an extra set of jumper cables, a first aid kit, a flashlight, and cold weather gear for unexpected events. Learn more about options to include from the list on our blog about winter preparation, It is a good thing to make sure your vehicle is in proper working order and to make any needed adjustments. Make sure you check on washer fluid and take extra fluids if you are traveling a long distance. Make sure you take an extra blanket and pillow and preparations for illness such as bacterial and viral preventatives as it is the cold and flu season and things can get shared rather quickly in a small area. Adding a few extra steps to your routine could help keep the attitudes of many on board in a cheerful mood. If you are able to enjoy the time when traveling, then do it. What a great way to make the season a little merrier. There are many ways that even a long drive can be a great opportunity for good time with family. As soon as you start your journey plan to have some fun things to share with all those in the car. It can be a great time to make new traditions, and to take along those games, and other elements of fun, that are normally hard to find time for, but that the family would especially enjoy. It is always nice to travel in a freshly cleaned vehicle. You still have time before you leave toplan a trip to Shines Autos Meticulously for a full detail. It may be the perfect extra gift for the family this year. If you will not have enough time to schedule a cleaning, don't forget about our gift cards. What traditions does your family share during Christmas? Let us know what you enjoy the most about this special time of the year.
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