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31+ Road trip essentials you can’t leave without

Dated: July 6, 2020

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Parked up for the night with a beach sunset

It’s the era of the road trip as many of us are choosing to travel closer to home in the wake of a global pandemic.

But while we may think that this is easier than a trip overseas, road trips still come with a lot of planning.

Will it be a multi-day trip? Where will you stay along the way? Will you camp or stay in motels and guesthouses? And what do you need to bring?

After travelling New Zealand in a camper car for over a year, I’d like to think I’m a bit of an expert when it comes to road trips!

So, fear not, here’s a ready-made list of road trip essentials so that you can cross packing worries off your list. It’s the ultimate road trip packing guide!

Road trip essentials: packing list

Car parked on grass with volcano in background
Cooking some food with a great view of a volcano

Car essentials

1: Documents. License and registration details, car insurance and breakdown cover details. Check if your breakdown service has an app and download it before you leave.

2: Emergency equipment. Jump leads, spare tyre, tyre iron and jack. If you’ve never changed a tyre or jump started a car before, it could be handy to watch a couple of YouTube videos before you set off, just in case you end up stuck in an area of no signal. A car starter battery pack is a good idea too if you’re heading into a low population area.

3: Safety gear. Hi-vis vest and warning triangle so that you and your car can easily be seen if you break down. If you break down on a busy road or in a dangerous spot, make sure you put your hazard lights on and stand away from the vehicle for your safety.

4: Oil. Check all your levels before you leave and bring some extra oil with you.

5: Spare key. If you have two keys for your car, bring the spare but keep it separate to your other keys.

6: Blanket. Keep a blanket in your car to keep you warm if you get stuck somewhere overnight. It can also be a nice comfort item for the passenger if you’re travelling with a companion!

7: Torch/flashlight. A head torch is most useful, but a hand-held torch is great, too. Don’t just rely on your phone’s flashlight!

8: Hands-free phone accessories. You’ll likely be using a map on your phone, so make sure you have a holder that will keep it in your view without you having to use your hands. A USB charging cable and adaptor are also essential, and an aux cable is handy for music, too.

Bonus: If you’re travelling in an area where it’s likely to snow, pack a shovel and check if you might need snow chains.

Car driving on highway by lake towards snowy mountains
Be prepared for the conditions

Food/drink essentials

9: Non-perishable meal options. Whether or not you plan to eat at restaurants along the way, make sure you bring some food that will fill you up. Eating out becomes expensive very quickly, and you may find yourself somewhere with no dining options. Uncooked pasta, noodles, rice and tinned foods keep well and will satisfy your hunger.

10: Camping stove, pot and pan. You can’t really cook pasta in the middle of nowhere without a stove, and you can pick up a small folding one pretty cheaply in an outdoors shop. You may not be planning to use it, but if you end up stuck somewhere overnight you’ll be very happy that you brought it!

11: Water. We bought a 10 litre water container and kept it in our car for drinking, cooking and washing up. Don’t make the mistake of only bringing a couple of water bottles and running out halfway through the first day.

12: Snacks. What’s a road trip without snacks?! Just don’t use them to replace your regular meals.

Car boot open with cooking equipment
Our road trip cooking setup

Clothing essentials

13: Warm layers. Even if the weather’s due to be fine, take some warmer layers just in case.

14: Comfortable clothes. Remember, you’re going to be sat in one spot for a good number of hours, so dress for comfort.

15: Additional items. Ever driven over an unexpected bump while taking a sip of coffee? Allow for spills when packing your clothes.

16: Sensible driving shoes. Basically, not flip flops or high heels (of course you can bring these, just don’t drive in them). If you’re planning on stopping for a hike or a trip to the beach, don’t forget to bring the appropriate footwear.

17: Rain jacket. For keeping warm in the cold and dry in the rain.

Bonus: Swimwear and towel. Visiting a lovely beach, lake or river? Don’t forget your swimsuit!

Couple in car on road trip
Road trip ready!

Other road trip essentials

18: Contact lenses/glasses (if required). This is, of course, very important if you’re going to be driving.

19: Sunglasses. Reduce glare and drive safely!

20: Pillow. Stay comfortable while taking a break, or have a nap if you’re the passenger.

21: Sleep mask. Whether you’re camping, staying in accommodation or just having a rest in between drives, this will help you catch up on some sleep.

22: Deodorant and dry shampoo. You may be going a few days without a shower, but don’t sacrifice your hygiene. Keep looking and feeling (and smelling) great!

23: Wet wipes. These come in handy in so many situations!

24: Hand sanitiser. Great for keeping your hands clean when you don’t have a sink handy, or after using a not-so-clean public bathroom.

25: Tissues. Again, useful in many situations.

26: Rubbish bags. Those food wrappers, used tissues and wet wipes have to go somewhere, and that place is not out the window! Keep a rubbish bag handy to keep the car tidy until you reach a rubbish bin.

27: First aid kit. Hopefully you won’t need it, but you never know! Better to be safe than sorry.

28: Cash. It’s a good idea to have some cash handy for parking spots, roadside stalls and any other occasion that may arise.

29: Power bank. Using electricity from your car when you’re driving is a good idea, but if you break down or stop to camp for the night, you don’t want to drain your battery! Bring a fully charged power bank to keep your electricals topped up.

30: Downloaded maps. You may be using paper maps, but it’s more than likely that you’ll be using your phone. Download maps of the areas you’re visiting so that you don’t get lost if you lose signal.

31: An awesome playlist. Nobody wants a silent road trip! Create or download a playlist of your favourite tunes or podcasts to keep you entertained for those long hours on the road.

Road bridge through mountain valley
The incredible road through Arthur’s Pass, New Zealand

Bonus essentials

Camping? In addition to the above you’ll need: tent, sleeping mat, sleeping bag and possibly another blanket.

Staying in fully serviced accommodation? You can probably add your usual shower toiletries to the list.

Crossing country borders? Don’t forget your passport! Plus any visas you may need. Make sure your driving license will be accepted in each country or get an international driving license.

Wing mirror with reflection of mountains
I love it when there’s a view like this in the wing mirror

Road trips are always a lot of fun as you can go at your own pace and see places along the way that you probably never even knew existed!

It’s important to be prepared for any eventuality, and then you can relax and enjoy the ride, knowing that everything is taken care of.

My favourite thing about road trips is the sense of freedom that comes with taking your time and going your own route, while allowing for side trips to discover new hidden gems.

This list of road trip essentials has been compiled from my own experiences and I hope that it is of good use to you as you head off on your own adventure!

What do you think of these road trip essentials? Is there anything you’d add, or anything you hadn’t thought of before? Let me know in the comments! πŸ™‚

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  1. Tina says

    10/07/2020 at 2:26 pm

    Gotta love a good road trip! What a great list! Many of these items I wouldn’t of think of. The spare key has got to be the most important one! haha

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      10/07/2020 at 4:23 pm

      Yes! When we road tripped New Zealand we only had one key for our car, and of course I managed to lock it inside the car one time. Whoops!

      Reply
  2. Michelle Segrest says

    09/07/2020 at 10:45 pm

    This is the most comprehensive and detailed road trip packing list I have ever seen! Thanks so much for such a useful tool for all of us road trippers! I especially love how you point out that road trips can take you to places you never expected and sometimes that’s even better than the originally planned destination!

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      10/07/2020 at 2:27 pm

      Thank you so much Michelle! I’m glad it’s so useful to you πŸ™‚ and yeah totally, it’s all about the journey!

      Reply
  3. Sara says

    09/07/2020 at 7:37 pm

    Such a great list! I especially loved your road trip camping setup

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      10/07/2020 at 2:25 pm

      Thanks! Yeah we loved it too, it was our way of life for over a year! πŸ™‚

      Reply
  4. Meghan Emcee says

    09/07/2020 at 2:35 pm

    This is such a great list! A lot of things I hadn’t ever thought of, like bringing a blanket – so simple and it can go a long way (my boyfriend is always hot so blasts the AC, this way I can cuddle up πŸ™‚ )

    Reply
    • Sarah says

      09/07/2020 at 5:23 pm

      Thanks Meghan! Exactly, there’s no point in you staying cold πŸ˜‰ plus you never know when it might come in useful.

      Reply

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I could have beaten myself up about it and told lots of mean stories about how I've failed in my challenge and so on... but I didn't.
And I'm proud of myself.
I think a lot of us find it very easy to beat ourselves up internally for the things we think we've "failed" at. 
But most of the time we would never dream of talking to someone else like that! So why do we talk to ourselves like that??
We hold ourselves to such high and impossible standards and then criticise ourselves when we don't live up to them.
So, my message to you today is to be kind to yourself. Talk to yourself the way you would talk to someone you love.
I'll be back with you again tomorrow, I promise. 🀍
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Day 269: Last minute travel jitters 😬 In those Day 269: Last minute travel jitters 😬
In those last few days and weeks leading up to your departure date you'll probably be riding a whole rollercoaster of emotions as you prepare physically and mentally for your adventure.
There'll be the goodbyes that need saying and the last minute jobs that need doing and it'll probably all start to feel a bit surreal.
It's all completely normal.
I felt numb through all the farewells and the drive to the airport and it only really hit me when I was standing in line for airport security on my own.
Everyone is different, but all the feelings are valid.
How does thinking about your departure date make you feel?
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Day 268: Would you use a fast track travel pass? Day 268: Would you use a fast track travel pass?
If I could give you a pass that would take you through the whole long-term travel planning process quickly and get you to your departure date... would you take it?
That's what I aim to do with these daily videos, with my free trainings and with my paid program which will be launching soon.
I want to help you get from daydream to departure in a short period of time, without getting held up by doubts and feelings of confusion or overwhelm.
If you haven't watched the free training yet, head to the link in my bio and select Travel Plan The Easy Way.
I'd love to hear any thoughts, queries or concerns that may have come up for you while watching today's video, so please send me a DM and let's chat!
It'll also help me to tailor make my upcoming program with the most helpful and relevant information for you. πŸ₯°
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Day 267: Skills people will pay for πŸ’Έ Do you h Day 267: Skills people will pay for πŸ’Έ
Do you have a skill that could earn you money while you're travelling?
Maybe you're:
πŸ’‡πŸ»β€β™€οΈ A hairdresser
πŸ’†πŸ½β€β™€οΈ A masseuse
πŸ’…πŸΏ A nail technician
πŸ§˜πŸ»β€β™€οΈ A yoga teacher
πŸ“Έ A photographer
✍🏼 A writer
πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™€οΈ Or something that there isn't an emoji for!
You could trade your skill with other travellers who might benefit from a bit of pampering or who would really value your service.
Alternatively, if you're able to use your skill remotely online, for example if you're a graphic designer, you could continue to make money from anywhere in the world (with a WiFi connection).
Just make sure that what you're doing is legal, safe and hygienic.
Check the terms of your visa and the laws of the country you're in. 
Research the different visas available that will allow you to work (eg. remote work visas, etc).
Have fun and earn yourself a little extra cash!
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