Travelling is generally fun. But having to travel
long distances by road can be a nightmare!
Jumia
Travel, the leading online travel agency shares
7 ways to make travelling by road more comfortable for you.
Get
a good night sleep
Most times, because we pack at the eleventh hour, we
end up getting very little sleep the day before we are to travel. Avoid this. Have
a good night’s sleep before the travel day; unwind, relax and prepare your body
for the trip. It’s much easier to cope with the stress of road travel this way.
Wear
a comfortable outfit
This is very important especially for the ladies.
For long drives, relegate fashion to the background for a bit and let comfort
take center stage. There really is no need to dress to impress since you are
going to be in a car or bus for the better part of the day. Loose fitting pants
and shirts are ideal for road travel.
Pack
healthy snacks and eat light
If you decide to pack snack along with you on the
trip, be sure it’s healthy, not the type that’s likely to purge or upset your
stomach. Also, eat light. You don’t want to be that person in the vehicle with
the constant need to ease himself/herself, and some of the time you are going
to have to do so out by or in the bush because the nearest toilet might be a
mile away.
Be
mindful of your posture
You should keep your body moving during the trip,
especially if you are a passenger. Periodically switch sitting positions, pump
your ankles and move your arms to prevent aches and pains. You should also
avoid slouching and can consider taking along with you a travel pillow or a
small pillow to support your back. If you are the one driving, you can also
consider using cruise control (if your vehicle has one) when you can, so you
can rest your feet for a bit. Be sure to set the cruise control at a safe
speed.
Use
relaxation techniques
Playing soft music during the trip or using relaxation
techniques like deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation etc. can help
reduce your stress levels during a long ride. You can also take full advantage
of the few stops during the trip to stretch and walk around. In addition, you
can take a book along with you to read and take a biro and notebook to scribble
thoughts on and maybe write journal entries or even new music (if you are a
writer or songwriter).
Bring
along disposable pre-moistened body wipes
Riding along in a car for hours can make your body
feel sticky so you can bring along disposable pre-moistened body wipes to
freshen up a bit during the ride and keep comfortable. You can wipe your body
down in the privacy of the restroom at a rest stop or simply wipe yourself
discreetly in the vehicle. Favor alcohol-free disposable wipes when buying
these – they are kinder to your skin.
Stop
occasionally
Especially if you are the one driving, you should
build some stops into your timeline when planning road trips, especially if you
have children with you. Stop for some minutes to stretch, use the restroom and
walk around to relax your body and help improve your blood flow.
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