Planning A Road Trip?

Then you’ll need to pack all the right gear, figure out where you’re staying, how you’re getting around, if you need an International Driver’s Permit, and if your travel insurance is up to date.

You’ll also want to remember the little things that make for the best memories, like a playlist for your trip and a few little games for the road.

Here are the resources I use to plan my trips:

All my travel tips…

Medical insurance for travel in Europe is important to add to your checklist.

Best Medical Insurance Policies for Travel in Europe

✔️ Comparison of the top 5 travel insurance policies
✔️ Pros and cons of each policy & FAQ
✔️ What I personally use when I travel

Cars are a bit smaller if you're driving in Europe as an American

Driving in Europe as an American

✔️ Documents you need to rent a car
✔️ Countries that require an International Driver’s Permit (IDP)
✔️ EU Road Rules & Driving Etiquette

Comfy road trip outfits only in a carry-on.

Comfy Road Trip Outfits

✔️ Capsule wardrobe for summer and winter trips
✔️ How I fit everything in a carry-on
✔️ Packing tips & checklist

Unique ways to pass time on the road

Unique Ways To Pass The Time on a Road Trip

✔️ Road trip games
✔️ Tips on how to break down long road trips
✔️ My strategies on how to not get bored on long drives

best road trip playlists for long drives.

Best Road Trip Albums (Playlists for the Road)

Some of my favorite playlists and road trip albums for long drives, from a kid raised on old-school rap and dance music.

The West Coast of the Algarve has some of the best views and beaches, and April is a fantastic month to visit.

Road Trip Pros & Cons

✔️ Positive and negative aspects of road-tripping
✔️ Decision criteria for going on a road trip (how I decide)


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