I've road tripped all over the USA, UK and New Zealand - here are some of my road trip essentials! The recommendations include affiliate links - I'll earn a small commission if you purchase using these links.
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Entertainment
What's a road trip without a great soundtrack? Check out these epic road trip classics
Classic Road Trip Songs
Need some road trip inspiration? Take a look at these classic USA road trip routes
These 10 road trips will show you the best of the USA - Lonely Planet
Assuming your driver doesn't mind - stay entertained for hours with the classic e-reader
Amazon Kindle
Podcasts are a great alternative to music to keep you entertained on your road trip
30 Best Podcasts for Road Trips to Make the Miles Fly By
Keep everyone entertained with these games!
Games to Play on a Long Car Trip
Practical Products
Keep your sat-nav directions visible with a phone holder.
Universal Hands Free Cell Phone Holder
If you are heading off the beaten track, take an atlas as a back up in case you lose signal
USA Road Atlas 2025
Keep your kids entertained on a road trip, with easy access to all their favourite toys, books and snacks
Backseat Car Organizer
Better safe than sorry - keep a first aid kit in your car for emergencies.
Travel First-Aid Kit
Whether it's cleaning off sticky snacks or sanitising after touching handles, doors or gas pumps, keep some hand wipes with you
Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand Wipes, 20 ct.
Be better than me, and keep your car organised on a long trip!
Car Trunk Organizer
Food and Drink
Stay caffeinated and environmentally friendly with a reusable coffee mug
Insulated Reusable Coffee Mug
Stay hydrated without all the single-use plastic with this reusable water bottle
18 oz Stainless Steel Metal Water Bottle
Keep your food cool and fresh on your trip with this cooler.
