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RV Travel Day Favorites
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items These are some of my favorite travel day must haves. Whether it’s a quick move or a long
12 hour drive, these are the things I love having close to help the day run smoother and keep me comfortable along the way.
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Our Go-To Travel Apps
Travel Safety Essentials
My Travel Day Essentials (Faith + Comfort)
What Keeps Teen Boys Happy on Travel Days
Our Go-To Travel Apps
Our travel days are way smoother thanks to these apps! Whether it’s finding a place to fuel up, grab a snack, or plan our next stop, these are the apps we rely on every time we hit the road.
This app is a total lifesaver on travel days! It helps us find the best diesel prices along the route so we can save money, plan fuel stops, and avoid stressful surprises. Definitely a must have for any long drive or RV adventure.
Open Roads
GasBuddy is another lifesaver on travel days! It helps us find the cheapest gas nearby so we can save money and keep moving without any unnecessary stops. Perfect for long drives
or when my brothers start asking “Are we there yet?”
GasBuddy™ App - Find Cheaper Gas Prices & Save Up to 30¢/Gallon
Love’s is a favorite on travel days! We use the app to find the nearest stops, check fuel prices, and see what snacks or food they have.
Download the Love's Connect App!
This app is super handy on travel days! It helps us find Pilot stops along the route, check out food options, and plan bathroom or fuel breaks without any stress.
Activate Push for Points in myRewards Plus Monthly | Pilot App
Travel Safety Essentials
These are the travel safety essentials we keep on hand for every move day. From short drives to long travel days, these items help us stay prepared, visible, and ready for the unexpected on the road.
We loved our collapsible cones! Super easy to pop up and put away, and perfect for keeping us safe on the side of the road. Ours lasted a solid 3 years before finally wearing out, so definitely worth it.
Hyper Tough, Collapsible Reflective Emergency Safety Cone, Traffic Cone, 3 Pack, Plastic
We love these and always grab them on sale every spring to replace ours. They’re great for roadside situations or just playing flag football with my brothers. Definitely a travel day must have for keeping things organized and fun!
Athletic Works 9" Orange Field Cones 10 Pack, Durable PVC Material, 5.25" Square Base, 1.25 lbs, New
We are so glad we’ve only ever had to use this once back in New Mexico when a tire got hot. Our whole RV could have gone up in flames! Definitely a major travel day safety must have. Peace of mind on the road is priceless.
Kidde Fire Extinguisher for Vehicles, Single-Use, Dry Chemical, 5BC, Strap Bracket Included
This is one of those travel day safety items you hope you never have to use but when you do, it’s a lifesaver. Perfect for alerting other drivers if we ever have to pull over, and it gives serious peace of mind on long drives. Definitely a must have ...
ORION 3153-63 Emergency Road Flames, Weather-Resistant Red (3 Pack)
My Travel Day Essentials (Faith + Comfort)
These are my personal travel day must haves the things I always keep close for comfort, peace of mind, and a little extra grace. From quick moves to long drive days, these help me stay grounded, comfortable, and trusting God every mile.
I always bring my Bible on travel days longer than an hour. It keeps me grounded, gives me peace on the road, and is perfect for a little quiet time or prayer while we’re moving. Definitely a non negotiable for me!
ESV Journaling Study Bible, Nubuck Caramel
I always bring a soft blanket on long travel days for comfort, even though I don’t sleep while traveling. It’s perfect for staying cozy, curling up with a book, or just making the ride feel a little more peaceful.
Mainstays Super Soft Plush Blanket, Dark Blue, Twin, Adult/Teen - Walmart.com
This is a must have since our current vehicle doesn’t have Bluetooth but does have an AUX port. It lets us play music, podcasts, and audiobooks straight from our phones and makes travel days way more enjoyable. Simple fix, big win!
Scosche BTAXS2-1 MotorMouth III Bluetooth Handsfree Receiver MP3/Aux Adapter w/ Built-in Mic Black
What Keeps Teen Boys Happy on Travel Days
Everything in this section has been tested on my 17 and 14 year old brothers keeps them happy, entertained, and (mostly) complaint free on travel days.
These are a total lifesaver for my teen brothers on travel days. They keep them entertained with music, videos, or games without driving everyone else crazy. Super easy to charge and seriously brother tested 17 and 14 year old approved!
JBL Tune 520BT - Wireless on-ear headphones - Immerse in JBL Pure Bass sound wherever you go. - Blue - Walmart.com
Even though they’re teen boys, my brothers love being cozy on travel days. A soft throw blanket is perfect for their naps or just chilling in the car, and honestly, it keeps everyone happy and comfy during long drives.
Your Zone, Gray Camo, XL Oversized Throw Blanket, 72 x 50 inches, Great for a Kids Bedroom, Super Soft and Cozy - Walmart.com
These are awesome for my brothers on travel days! They help us skip expensive gas station drinks, keep cold drinks cold for hours, and even hold hot coffee for my 17 year old brother. Definitely a must have for staying hydrated (and happy) on the roa...
TAL Stainless Steel 2-in-1 Straw and Chug Water Bottle with Push Lid 24 fl oz, Army - Walmart.com
My 17 year old Brother recently got a Switch Lite from a friend, so now both brothers have their own devices. More gaming, less fighting over controllers travel days just got a whole lot smoother!
Nintendo Switch™ Lite - Turquoise
The boys got this a few years ago, and it’s been a lifesaver for breaking up long travel days. Perfect for independent play or two player games to keep everyone entertained (and slightly less grumpy 😄).
Nintendo Switch™ w/ Neon Blue & Neon Red Joy-Con™