Minimize stress with good planning and helpful travel tips to maximize the holiday cheer upon arrival.<\/p>\n
On the Road<\/strong><\/p>\n Get your vehicle ready. Updated maintenance and a tire inspection is recommended by AAA<\/a> before hitting the road.<\/p>\n Establish expectations with your kids, no fighting or complaining, etc. If they get restless, offer them a reward for good behavior. Let them pick out a snack at the next stop.<\/p>\n Accompany your children on bathroom breaks.<\/p>\n Keep valuables and gifts stored in the trunk.<\/p>\n Map your route in advanced and prepare for traffic.<\/p>\n \u201cKeep your roadside assistance information available in case of an emergency,\u201d cautions Buck with GreatFlorida Insurance<\/a>, Florida\u2019s largest independent car insurance<\/a> agency.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>Airport<\/strong><\/p>\n Streamline your approach to traveling. Less stuff, less stress. Send gifts ahead or ship them to your destination. This avoids excess baggage and reduces the risk of TSA ripping open your packages. Also, don\u2019t pack what you can buy at your destination. Once you arrive you can buy small quantities of toiletries.<\/p>\n Download airline apps to stay on top of flight information.<\/p>\n Check in as early as possible on-line (usually 24 hours).<\/p>\n Conde \u2019Nast Traveler<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0recommends GateGuru, an app that reports up to the minute TSA wait times, gate changes and locates airport eateries.<\/p>\n Get a ride to the airport from a friend or transportation service. Navigating parking is one less anxiety.<\/p>\n Leave the laptop at home and use your cell phone.<\/p>\n Charge all electronic devices and keep chargers accessible.<\/p>\n Make sure to have a good book, movie or music to keep you busy.<\/p>\n Eat well-snacks are fun and necessary, but this is no time to get \u201changry.\u201d Choose healthy meals.<\/p>\n Wear your heavier clothes so they do not take up room in your luggage.<\/p>\n Bring an extra empty duffel bag folded up in your luggage for gifts to bring home.<\/p>\n Remember this is a wonderful time of the year, be patient and kind. Many people are frustrated and cranky. You will get further with people by being nice rather than assertive and threatening.<\/p>\n GreatFlorida Insurance<\/a> provides comprehensive car insurance<\/a> at great rates. Our agents will compare car insurance<\/a> from several reputable companies across the U.S. to find an auto policy suitable for you.<\/p>\n![\"generictraffic\"](\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/GenericTraffic-300x200.jpg\")
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