25 Must Have Items for your Ultimate Road Trip Packing List
Get Set to Roam: Your Essential Road Trip Packing List
Ready to roll? A stellar road trip starts with smart packing. No sweat – we’ve sorted your road trip essentials. We’ve cracked the code on space-saving and comfy cruising. Buckle up for the ultimate adventure and ace your packing game. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Let’s hit the road!
Samsonite Luggage– We’re big fans of this set. It’s lightweight, easy to move around, and keeps our belongings secure. We mainly use the larger and smaller suitcases, along with backpacks. If it doesn’t fit these bags, we don’t bring it.
Packing cubes– I’ve tried various packing cubes, but this one has been my favorite by far. Some of them are too thin, causing the zipper to get stuck and not flattening well. However, this one is thick and sturdy. I have a different-colored one for each family member, which makes it easy to identify where their clothes are.
Ipad holder– We used many other and they broke. This one we had the longest and still working. Keeps the Ipad in place.
Travel tray – My daughter used this a lot when she was a younger. It’s sturdy, and she can eat comfortably on it.
Headphones– My kids are not ready for wireless even though it is more convenient. They tend to lose things.
Disposable Toilet Covers– Essential for my daughter’s restroom trips. Stickers keep them in place, ensuring a clean seat.
Bulk disposable House Slippers– These closed-toe disposable spa slippers are a game changer. Perfect for hotel floors, and you can toss them after.
Foldable water bottle– Shrinks as you finish, perfect for protein powder or other drinks. Easy to wash and dishwasher safe.
Travel toothbrush– Individual colored brushes with airflow even when closed, keeping them fresh. Unique color for each of the member of the family.
Portable phone charger– You must have this especially if you want to keep taking photos or need google maps. It has saved us many times.
Travel pill organizer– Not only do we bring medication for our kids but we make sure we bring it for ourselves. Putting it in here helps us to remember which ones to bring including our daily vitamins.
Motion sickness patch– My son and I experience severe motion sickness, even on long car rides. We used to take pills, but they would leave us feeling drowsy and dehydrated. Now we use this patch behind our ear and we no longer suffer from motion sickness.
Clorox travel wipes– I always pack one in my purse and one in my luggage. I wipe down the plane seats and around it and when we get to the hotel the remote control.
Anti-bacterial wipes– I don’ go anywhere without these individual wipes. It’s the best when hands feel grimy after a long day.
Travel bottles– I actually don’t buy these but I order meal service and they put their sauces in these containers. I save them and put conditioners and body wash especially if we go to stay at an Airbnb or less equipped hotels. There can never be enough conditioner or body wash.
Baby wipes– We always bring baby wipes for the kids especially to use after they go to the bathroom.
Apples to Apples Junior Games– It’s not competitive, so there are no sore losers, but we also get a lot of laughs.
Monopoly Go– My husband and I love this game. It’s faster than regular Monopoly and helps our kids strategize.
Calves Compression Sleeves– My legs swell up in long car rides. I used many brands but I think this one works the best. It does leave a mark after a long ride but goes away.
Don’t forget to explore my other essential travel lists before embarking on your journey: must-haves before traveling and travel essentials for women.