A self-drive holiday, could not only save you money, but it can be much more enjoyable. You are able to enjoy the flexibility that other tours do not offer and experience small places and things that make your holiday memorable. Unfortunately, a self-drive holiday can also go wrong if not well planned. Here are some tips to help you with planning:
Begin your planning early
Start asking yourself questions like “what do you want to see?” And “where do you want to stay and what type of accommodation will you prefer?” You can either make use of a travel agency or the internet to help you answer these questions. Remember to look at customer reviews before booking your accommodation.
Plan your driving route
You need to think of not only the road you will be taking but also the places that you want to see. Don’t forget to look at points of interest like museums, shopping, road stalls and amusement parks. In small quaint towns, you might find special historic sights.
Book your accommodation
Although you want to remain flexible it is recommended that you make reservations for especially the beginning of your trip. Make a folder that contains all the contact details, correspondence, and dates of arrival and departures.
Service your vehicle
On a self-drive holiday, you are very dependent on your vehicle, so make sure that your car has been serviced recently. If it has been serviced, it is always a good idea to have the oil, tires, and fluids checked and filled. Remember to always have a tire jack, spare tire, jumper cables, simple tools, a flashlight, and flares. Make sure you have to contact numbers of emergency numbers with you.
Travel supplies
Double check that you have everything your family needs. That will depend largely on the ages and interests of the family members. For small children, you need to think of diapers, snacks, milk, bottles etc. For older children, you need to think of things to keep them busy in the car. The most important of all is to stack up on enough snacks and water for if you have an emergency.