Plan Your Road Trip Adventure!

Have you ever been on a road trip? Perhaps this something you've longed to do for some time but haven't quite ticked it off your bucket list just yet. There are so many benefits to taking a road trip that you'll be so glad you did! I would absolutely love to take a road trip around the UK coast and hope to one day make this dream a reality. 

For some inspiration for your next trip check out the Chums Route 66+ - Road Trip Adventures For Older Adults guide which features 5 interactive maps showcasing road trip suggestions based on different themes, from wildlife to relaxation and heritage. Each map has itineraries for each location point on the map so you can really make the most of your road trip!

Here are 5 reasons why you should start planning your road trip today!

Freedom
When you take a road trip, you have the freedom to travel wherever you'd like to go. In comparison, if you book a holiday cottage for example, you're quite tied to the area, as you'll have to return to it at least each evening to sleep. A road trip is the opposite, you can stay as long or as little as you like in an area, before moving on. The world is your oyster!

Adventure
A road trip is the perfect chance to go on a real adventure. It is an opportunity for you to step out of your daily routine and do something different. Moreover, going on a road trip with friends is even better! For example, a road trip for your best mate’s stag do will ensure that you have a truly unique experience. There are some great locations in the UK for stag parties as well as some stag do camping spots that are simply perfect for this. When it comes to road trips, the sky is the limit.

Variety
When you're not limited to just one particular area, the options available to you in terms of things to do and see are numerous. So much so, that you'll not be able to fit everything into one day! If you're planning on staying in accommodation to break up your trip, you'll likely be only spending one night in each establishment and this will prevent you getting bored or restless.

Quality time with others

When you're on the road with someone, be that your partner, friends, or your children, you'll be sure to be spending lots of time in close proximity with them. This means there is plenty of time to talk, share stories, laugh and just enjoy their company.

Enjoy the scenery

When we are just focused on the destination, we can forget to live in the moment. When you take a road trip, you can slow down and take in the scenery. If you see something you like, there's nothing to stop you from exploring it further. Your schedule is your own so you can really enjoy relaxing, unwinding and going at a pace to suit you. 

Make memories

With so much to see and do on your trip and with all the quality time you'll be spending with your loved ones, this is certainly a holiday that you'll remember, and you'll be sure to make memories to last a lifetime!

*Collaborative post