Things to keep sane on 36 hour road trip?

Question

My boyfriend and I are moving cross-country and driving there... what are some good ways to stay sane and keep us from killing each other?

Answer 1

I like the back road idea. I also think that stopping every so often to see an attraction or having a picnic is a good idea. Camping out at night is fun. Then treat yourselves to an expensive hotel. But, if your in a hurry to get there have one drive while the other sleeps. If your able to read in a car do it. Play a game where you each take turns telling each other what attracted you to each other, what you like since your married etc. and stop in every state to have sex in a different position or in an unusual place.

Answer 2

Things to prepare before the trip:

1) Research on the country driving to, their cilmate, road conditions, toll - charges, motels, travelogues and etc.
2) Plan out driving schedule, routes (including rest stops, breaks, meal times & etc).
3) Plan out roles - who is the the road guide, who is the driver - take turns and listern to each other.
4) Bring food, water, blanket, maps, foreign currency, pillows, magazines,CDs, clothes, first aid kit,sunglasses & etc.
5) Make sure that both of your driving licence is an international one.
6) Travel documents must be complete and all valid.
7) Buy travel insurance before setting off.
8) Talk to friends who had been on similiar trips or read travelogues posted by others on internet.
8) Book motels for rest stops.
9) Draw up a packing list.
10) Set realistic driving and travel itinerary.

On the road:
1) Be patient.
2) Be alert.
3) Look out for the needs of each other.
4) Remember to eat at mealtimes, wash up and keep fresh and sleep.
5) Be co-operative, take turns at the wheel.
6) Keep to the schedule as planned.

Answer 3

Pit stops with plenty of water, some good food, reading material and music. Don't forget to be more understanding as close confines for 36 hours can be trying even on extremely good natured persons. Alternate driving and map reading to find out who is better at which and accept the arrangements...Allocate sufficient time for the trip and have fun!

Answer 4

Portable DVD with headphones! Each carry a set of DVD movies you enjoy. Watch during driving shifts and chill out. Also, take along some music CDs you both can agree on.

Answer 5

To avoid quarreling by traveling the long way,you stop at many places along the road and also avoiding driving sleeping for the exhaust occasions.

Answer 6

sing loudly and tunelessly together all the old favourites on the radio...
behave ridiculously silly ...both of u...and don;t hold back....
exchange dreams...wishes...and all thoughts pleasant...
rediscover each others personalities by talking about nature , animals...learn form each other what u would not talk about everyday....like the supernatural/ the stars(in the sky)/ and esp what a wonderful world we live in...then speak only of the great gifts this world has....of course without outdoing or criticising at all....just a pleasant show of love through conversation....

Answer 7

Take 48 hrs. Plenty of rest stops, and I mean stop and rest. Smell the flowers along the way.Above all do not rush to get there. Take time to look around yourselves, it may be a long time be for you are able to take this trip again.Good luck in your travels.

Answer 8

Take a small BBQ and stop at parks to cook your meals. Take a break to shop for something you need. Take a walk, just use your imagination,but get out of the car every few hours.

Answer 9

Keep each otehr laughing througout the ourney do mind boggling teasers to keep one another awake throughout the journey

Answer 10

Take your Time.Enjoy interesting sites.A Trip is always a good,Example of ,how you may get along in the Future.