Spur of the Moment Road Tripping
If you are looking for something new to do, why not consider loading up your Certified Mercedes and heading out on a spontaneous road trip? Every year, millions of people travel to thousands of destinations in the family car. However, most of these trips are well-planned. A spur of the moment road trip is an entirely different experience. Here is how to pull it off.
Decide How to Decide
Some people choose a destination for their spontaneous road trip. Others believe that simply making this decision makes the road trip no longer spontaneous. Yet without a bit of direction, your road trip could easily sputter out. Ideas for choosing a direction vary widely, from “only left turns,” to “generally heading west.”
If you do choose a specific destination, it is worth making a quick call ahead to make sure it is practical. On one of my spontaneous road trips, I drove overnight with two friends from Orlando to Atlanta to visit Six Flags Over Georgia. Imagine our shock and consternation when the park turned out to be closed for the season!
Pack Light
By definition, on a spur of the moment road trip you should be footloose and fancy free. It is difficult to maintain this lighthearted, free spirited attitude when dragging around heavy suitcases. One lightweight dress outfit, one casual outfit and a bathing suit are plenty for a short spur of the moment road trip.
Choose Your Companions Carefully
Not everyone is a good candidate for a spontaneous road trip companion. With absolutely nothing planned in advance, you and your travel companions must be able to make decisions together on the fly. You must also be comfortable spending significant time together in close quarters, and able to handle each other when you are tired and cranky.
Relax
It seems to be an unwritten rule of the road that strange things will happen. From missed turns to stormy weather, expect the unexpected on an unplanned trip. Maintain a positive attitude by remembering that your other option was to sit at home. Where’s the fun in that?
A spur of the moment road trip in your Certified Mercedes can be a great way to reconnect with your family, get away with your friends or even spend some quality time alone. Maintain patience and a sense of humor, and you may just have the time of your life.
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