How do you keep kids busy on a long road?


How do you keep kids busy on a long road?

Top Tips for Keeping Kids Entertained on a Long Family Road Trip
  1. Create Variety. No one wants to do the same thing over and over for hours (or days!) ...
  2. Set Expectations. ...
  3. Don't Forget Snacks! ...
  4. Plan to Take Breaks. ...
  5. Classic Road Trip Games. ...
  6. Word Games to Play Together in the Car. ...
  7. Team Road Trip Games on Paper. ...
  8. Road Trip Card Games.


What age do kids become easier to travel with?

After your child reaches about 4 years old, travel suddenly gets much easier! Your children will start pulling some of their own weight and will begin to be capable of making long-lasting memories. Every year, you will find that you have more and more options for exciting travel!


What is the hardest age to travel with a child?

12-18 Months Old Once your child starts walking, all bets will probably be off unless you are blessed with the chillest of children. One year olds are often highly mobile yet totally uncontrollable, making for a potentially dangerous travel combination.


How often should you stop with your kids on a road trip?

Gilboa suggests that you plan on stopping about every two hours. How long you can drive really depends on your kids' dispositions, but ideally you'll stop every two to three hours so everyone can get out of the car, stretch their legs and have something to eat. Think beyond rest stops.