Road Trip Essentials - 30 Travel Accessories + Coronavirus Travel Tips

After completing a 5,000-mile-long road trip in the middle of the COVID pandemic, we came up with a list of 30 must-have travel accessories.
Each item is a road trip essential, making travel more convenient, comfortable, and safe as we learn how to adapt to travel after coronavirus.

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[moreclips]

The spare key is a HUGE one. I was on a road trip by myself, found myself on the middle of a trail in Moab Utah when I stepped out of my car to take a picture. The wind closed the car door behind me and had me locked out of my car. Had no cell reception, no one else was in sight. Took me about 30 minutes to remember I had zip tied a spare key to the undercarriage of my car. Key was under there for over two years before I needed it, but man, what a freaking lifesaver.

[aussieexpat]

In asia we travelled with travel bed satin sheets. They pack really small and light, but if you end up somewhere and youre sletched out by the sheets, you can sleep at ease on your own.

[FavJam]

Damn she has more stuff on a road trip than i have at my house

[mara]

Thank you! I wasn’t too sure what to pack this was really helpful 😊

[somebodyoncetoldme]

Im planning on living on the road. Going to be starting within the next couple of years and this video was super helpful for me to take down notes for things I need. Thank you!

[larrytanner]

Great video. I always include spare wiper blades because wipers always break when you need them as well as a tarp to be able to lay down on the ground and check under the car if required. I also include one of those Gardiner kneepads so that I can kneel next to a wheel if I have to change the tire. Finally, I always carry a fire extinguisher and a first-aid kit bigger than what you get in there Emergency Kirk it.

[farid]

The problem of packing trailmix and nuts is that they are high in calories, sugar and fat... and you spend most of your time sitting in a car. It is a healthier alternative to make real stops and enjoy salads, veggie sandwiches, fruits for example
Another important tip is to follow posted speed limits when you drive through small towns: local police loves nothing more than gouging out-of-towners with ridiculous tickets.

[jess.elliott]

I'm goin on a 7.5 hour road trip from Maryland to Gatlinburg TN on Tuesday, however we will be leaving very early in the morning, 0500, taking stop every 2 hours or so, so we will be there around 1700-1800

[angelicalawrence]

Most of these I agree with. I love roadtripping and I haven’t done as much lately because I don’t have a spare tire yet. My car came with what is essentially a fix a flat system instead. 😂 I think my one issue with the items listed is the personal safe. Just keep things out of sight. You’d be amazed how many hiding spots are in your car. I was able to stash a snack size Pringles can in my car beside a bin that doesn’t look like it would be removable. Cash stash!

[jessicah]

These are some good tips, I like that you mention car maintenance. I have AAA which has paid for itself many times over. I also drive a Volkswagen that has less common bolts and screws (torx and triple squares), so I always carry a spare set of tools for my car.

I may be old school, but I carry a Mapsco and a compass, as I generally know which direction civilization is, and GPS aren't always reliable. I also load up my cooler with stuff to make sandwiches or things like hot dogs that can be cooked at a park or campsite with a grill. If you can boil water, your cooking options while traveling really expand. We freeze our drinks before we leave, and as they melt, they keep the cooler cold. Baby wipes are also great for freshening up, especially when traveling in hot areas.

I really want to head to the mountains for a few days to recharge, but this pandemic and lack of very sanitary bathrooms on the road gives me serious anxiety. Thank you again for the tips.

[sheilagaleano]

Thank you for the useful and PRACTICAL items included on your list : ) I write out all my lists...doing my art shows....trip to Disneyland...18th century camping...you name it : ) I appreciate your time doing this.

[santiorduna]

Louis L'amour! I loved the education of a wandering man. Such a beautiful and underrated book.

[lindamurray]

If you're an experienced traveler, you already know about most of these, but hey it's always nice to see what other people are doing too so that we can add them to our little bag of tricks.
Thanks for this video.

[VicInCommentSection]

Thank you for this video! I'm going on a road trip soon and wanted to make sure I didn't miss any essentials. Your video reminded me to pack a phone mount, car trash bag, and gum.

[Surrfside]

thanks for this. I'm going from North Carolina to west yellowstone, Montana in May this year by myself and taking the northern way through the dakotas. this will be the longest road trip ive ever gone on, 12 hours more driving than i have in the past. super nervous yet so excited!

[FeonaLeeJones]

Thinking of driving from sf to Indiana and back~~~!

[yordanycalaguerra]

I'm about to go on my first big road trip. Thank you for all the tips, it was very helpful.

[ClaytonBridges]

this is awesome! I think I saw lookout mountain in Colorado!

might make an 8 hour drive, dont know if ill need this much but itd be good

[busansanai]

2:02 "I guess I'm paying for everything for this trip"
Every dads. 🤣

[stepssane-_-]

Another suggestion for you, carry a lemon or lemon flavoured things, just in case any of you feel nauseous