There are so many reasons to go on a road trip with friends. It enables you to spend some quality time together, you could celebrate a big occasion or just have a great time catching up and making memories that will last a lifetime. Going away with friends is fun but you want to make sure you’re all on the same page and plan a trip that you’re all wanting to do. Be on the same page, plan some fun activities and just make the most of every moment. In this article we take a look at some top tips on how you can plan a friend’s road trip and make sure it’s a success. 

Plan your route ahead of time

When heading on a road trip, you need to think of the route you’re going to take. Is there a particular one you have in mind? Or are you open to suggestions? It can help to read up on destinations online and see what others recommend. Factors that can affect the route you choose could be how long you’re going for, where you’re planning on staying and how many of you there are. By being as organized as possible and having a rough plan in place, it avoids anyone being disappointed or not seeing what they want and makes it much easier to navigate.

Decide on your accommodation

Arguably the most important part of your road trip is where you’re going to sleep. Are you going to bring your camper trailer? Camp in the wild? Or will you choose hotels and motels en route? If you’re planning on camping you need to ensure you have the right equipment with you to have the most comfortable trip. If you’re going for hotels or motels it can be wise to book these in advance so they don’t sell out and make sure you look at reviews so you know you’re staying somewhere safe and legitimate. It can also help you all to budget as well.

Plan activities before you go

Part of a road trip is getting to do different activities and see places along the way. It’s a good idea to plan these before you go so you know if they are only open on certain days and you can book tickets if you need. Again, this can help with saving money as you will likely get a cheaper price online and won’t need to worry about it selling out. The more organized you are, the less stressful it will be with you all wondering what to do and see next. 

These are just a few things you can do that can ensure you plan a friend’s road trip that everyone loves and has the best time on. Whether you’ve been wanting to go for a while or it’s more of a spontaneous thing, you’re sure to have the best time. What are some of your top tips that can help you with planning a friend’s road trip? Let us know in the comments below.