road trip Archives - tworeddots.com tworeddots.com Thu, 16 May 2024 08:19:18 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 Tips for Eating Healthy at Gas Stations During Your Next Road Trip https://tworeddots.com/tips-for-eating-healthy-at-gas-stations-during-your-next-road-trip/ Sat, 18 May 2024 08:06:00 +0000 https://tworeddots.com/?p=3310 Any longer road trip you take will include multiple stops at a gas station. Sometimes, it will only be to get gas, but other times, you’ll find yourself starving and thinking about getting something to eat or snack on while you’re there. Now, gas stations are known for offering all sorts of tempting eats and […]

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Any longer road trip you take will include multiple stops at a gas station. Sometimes, it will only be to get gas, but other times, you’ll find yourself starving and thinking about getting something to eat or snack on while you’re there.

Now, gas stations are known for offering all sorts of tempting eats and snacks. However, most of them are not exactly good for you. If you want to eat healthy at gas stations during your next road trips, follow these tips.

Avoid Fried Food

This might be obvious, but it doesn’t hurt to point it out: avoid fried food. The fried food at the gas stations is often greasy and packed with calories, and you also risk stomach troubles later on.

 Grab Fresh Produce

Many gas stations have a selection of fresh produce like fruit and veggies. Make sure to grab some as they are the healthiest option, provide refreshment, and satisfy your hunger.

Look for a Cooler

Gas station coolers are usually where the healthiest food can be found. There will be plenty of platters with fruit and veggies as well as salads, yogurts, vegan products, and more.

Pick up Nuts and Low-Sugar Snack Bars

We know chips and a pack of M&Ms look too tempting to pass on. However, you are better off picking some nuts like cashews and almonds or getting some trail mix, as they will provide you with energy while helping you stay on the healthy side. Also, can’t go wrong with low-sugar snack bars if you need something more exciting.

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How to Plan the Perfect Road Trip https://tworeddots.com/how-to-plan-the-perfect-road-trip/ Mon, 22 Apr 2024 10:24:52 +0000 https://tworeddots.com/?p=3127 There are so many different ways to travel and explore the world. A popular choice to see the sights in an area is a road trip, and many people choose to do this in their own country or to head abroad and hire a vehicle. Either way, this is an exciting thing to embark on, […]

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There are so many different ways to travel and explore the world. A popular choice to see the sights in an area is a road trip, and many people choose to do this in their own country or to head abroad and hire a vehicle. Either way, this is an exciting thing to embark on, and proper preparation helps to make it as fun as possible. Here’s how to plan the perfect road trip. 

Research Places You Want to Stop

It’s up to you how to do this, but it’s a good idea to do some research so that you know where you would like to stop. Maybe you can identify your start and end points and find some exciting spots along the way to stop and take a break. 

Work Out a Priority List

Once you have an idea of places you may want to stop, it can be super helpful to decide on what level of priority each place has. Road trips can be very changeable and it’s good to be open to spontaneity, so if you have some places that you won’t be too sad if you miss then it allows for plans to adapt. 

Always Listen to Your Body

Having a plan and a structure can help you to make the most out of your trip, but it’s always crucial to listen to your body above all, and if you start to feel tired and in need of rest then it’s better to respect this and stop to take a break.

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Essential Car Accessories You Need To Pack For Your Next Road Trip https://tworeddots.com/essential-car-accessories-you-need-to-pack-for-your-next-road-trip/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 12:23:00 +0000 https://tworeddots.com/?p=2730 If you’re looking for a convenient way to travel the US with minimal planning, then a road trip could prove to be your ideal solution. Still, there are some precautions you’ll need to take to ensure a safe and smooth car journey, no matter what mishaps occur. Here are some essential car accessories you need […]

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If you’re looking for a convenient way to travel the US with minimal planning, then a road trip could prove to be your ideal solution. Still, there are some precautions you’ll need to take to ensure a safe and smooth car journey, no matter what mishaps occur. Here are some essential car accessories you need to pack for your next road trip.

Window Shades

As you travel for hours in the sun, then getting window shades will manage to not only keep the sun out of your family’s eyes but even give some people the opportunity to catch up on some sleep. Also, by blocking out the sun, you’ll be able to prevent the car interior from overheating.

Fuel Tracking Device

When driving long distances, you’ll no doubt need to refuel on occasion. Still, with fuel being so costly, you’ll no doubt want to manage your budget wisely. A fuel tracking device will monitor your driving efficiency, helping you to improve so that you don’t waste fuel unnecessarily.

Trash Can

If you’re travelling on a strict timetable, then you’ll want to eliminate unnecessary stops. One way to do this is by putting a small trash can in your car, with some miniature trash cans specially built for cars also being available. This way, you and your family can eat and drink without allowing a trash buildup.

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ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> road trip Archives - tworeddots.com tworeddots.com Thu, 16 May 2024 08:19:18 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 Tips for Eating Healthy at Gas Stations During Your Next Road Trip https://tworeddots.com/tips-for-eating-healthy-at-gas-stations-during-your-next-road-trip/ Sat, 18 May 2024 08:06:00 +0000 https://tworeddots.com/?p=3310 Any longer road trip you take will include multiple stops at a gas station. Sometimes, it will only be to get gas, but other times, you’ll find yourself starving and thinking about getting something to eat or snack on while you’re there. Now, gas stations are known for offering all sorts of tempting eats and […]

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Any longer road trip you take will include multiple stops at a gas station. Sometimes, it will only be to get gas, but other times, you’ll find yourself starving and thinking about getting something to eat or snack on while you’re there.

Now, gas stations are known for offering all sorts of tempting eats and snacks. However, most of them are not exactly good for you. If you want to eat healthy at gas stations during your next road trips, follow these tips.

Avoid Fried Food

This might be obvious, but it doesn’t hurt to point it out: avoid fried food. The fried food at the gas stations is often greasy and packed with calories, and you also risk stomach troubles later on.

 Grab Fresh Produce

Many gas stations have a selection of fresh produce like fruit and veggies. Make sure to grab some as they are the healthiest option, provide refreshment, and satisfy your hunger.

Look for a Cooler

Gas station coolers are usually where the healthiest food can be found. There will be plenty of platters with fruit and veggies as well as salads, yogurts, vegan products, and more.

Pick up Nuts and Low-Sugar Snack Bars

We know chips and a pack of M&Ms look too tempting to pass on. However, you are better off picking some nuts like cashews and almonds or getting some trail mix, as they will provide you with energy while helping you stay on the healthy side. Also, can’t go wrong with low-sugar snack bars if you need something more exciting.

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How to Plan the Perfect Road Trip https://tworeddots.com/how-to-plan-the-perfect-road-trip/ Mon, 22 Apr 2024 10:24:52 +0000 https://tworeddots.com/?p=3127 There are so many different ways to travel and explore the world. A popular choice to see the sights in an area is a road trip, and many people choose to do this in their own country or to head abroad and hire a vehicle. Either way, this is an exciting thing to embark on, […]

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There are so many different ways to travel and explore the world. A popular choice to see the sights in an area is a road trip, and many people choose to do this in their own country or to head abroad and hire a vehicle. Either way, this is an exciting thing to embark on, and proper preparation helps to make it as fun as possible. Here’s how to plan the perfect road trip. 

Research Places You Want to Stop

It’s up to you how to do this, but it’s a good idea to do some research so that you know where you would like to stop. Maybe you can identify your start and end points and find some exciting spots along the way to stop and take a break. 

Work Out a Priority List

Once you have an idea of places you may want to stop, it can be super helpful to decide on what level of priority each place has. Road trips can be very changeable and it’s good to be open to spontaneity, so if you have some places that you won’t be too sad if you miss then it allows for plans to adapt. 

Always Listen to Your Body

Having a plan and a structure can help you to make the most out of your trip, but it’s always crucial to listen to your body above all, and if you start to feel tired and in need of rest then it’s better to respect this and stop to take a break.

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Essential Car Accessories You Need To Pack For Your Next Road Trip https://tworeddots.com/essential-car-accessories-you-need-to-pack-for-your-next-road-trip/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 12:23:00 +0000 https://tworeddots.com/?p=2730 If you’re looking for a convenient way to travel the US with minimal planning, then a road trip could prove to be your ideal solution. Still, there are some precautions you’ll need to take to ensure a safe and smooth car journey, no matter what mishaps occur. Here are some essential car accessories you need […]

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If you’re looking for a convenient way to travel the US with minimal planning, then a road trip could prove to be your ideal solution. Still, there are some precautions you’ll need to take to ensure a safe and smooth car journey, no matter what mishaps occur. Here are some essential car accessories you need to pack for your next road trip.

Window Shades

As you travel for hours in the sun, then getting window shades will manage to not only keep the sun out of your family’s eyes but even give some people the opportunity to catch up on some sleep. Also, by blocking out the sun, you’ll be able to prevent the car interior from overheating.

Fuel Tracking Device

When driving long distances, you’ll no doubt need to refuel on occasion. Still, with fuel being so costly, you’ll no doubt want to manage your budget wisely. A fuel tracking device will monitor your driving efficiency, helping you to improve so that you don’t waste fuel unnecessarily.

Trash Can

If you’re travelling on a strict timetable, then you’ll want to eliminate unnecessary stops. One way to do this is by putting a small trash can in your car, with some miniature trash cans specially built for cars also being available. This way, you and your family can eat and drink without allowing a trash buildup.

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