Experienced travelers know that road trips offer the most freedom. You can choose your own route and schedule, stop at places you like, or turn off the main road to explore new sights. However, unexpected situations may arise on the road, so it is important to think in advance about what to take with you. Start by making a list.
Documents for a car trip
The basic documents you will need for your trip include:
- Passports of all travelers (for children – birth certificates).
- Hotel booking vouchers.
- Driver's license
- Vehicle registration certificate.
- Vehicle registration certificate.
- OSAGO or CASCO insurance policy.
- A document confirming the right to use a vehicle (for example, a sales contract or a power of attorney).
- It is recommended to make copies of all documents and store them separately, for example, at the bottom of a suitcase. In case of loss of the originals, copies can be extremely useful.
Take care of your financial security in advance: take some cash with you and spread the rest of the money over several bank cards. This will protect you in case one of them is lost or stolen.
Clothes and things for the road
Traveling should be fun, so choose comfortable and practical clothes that won't wrinkle. Jeans, shorts, T-shirts, sweaters and a tracksuit are ideal options for a road trip. For footwear, sneakers, light moccasins or boots are suitable depending on the season. It will also be enough to take one or two outfits for going out if you plan to visit the theater or a restaurant.
Useful things for traveling:
- Light blanket and pillows, for example in the form of a collar.
- Thermal bag for food and drinks.
- A small backpack or walking bag to store spare car keys in.
- Notepad and pen for notes.
- Disposable tableware for each passenger.
- Multitool or knife.
- Towels and personal hygiene items.
- Thermoses - one for drinks, the other for soups.
- Five-liter bottles of water for drinking and washing.
- Thermos mug or travel kettle with a cigarette lighter socket.
- Umbrella or waterproof cape.
- This list can be expanded depending on your needs, but keep in mind the size of your car's trunk.
Equipment for comfortable travel
A modern person cannot do without technology that makes life more comfortable. When traveling by car, you may need:
- Phone or tablet with charger and cigarette lighter adapter.
- Navigator or map application on your phone.
- Video recorder for safety and recording interesting moments.
- Laptop and charger.
- Headphones.
- Power bank in case your phone runs out of battery.
- Travel models of iron and hair dryer.
- Multi-socket extension cord or tee.
- Adapter for sockets.
- Headlamp for emergencies.
- Spare batteries.
- Pre-load your phone or tablet with movies, music, or books to keep you occupied while you're on the road. Make sure all your important things are easily accessible.
First aid kit for the road
A standard car first aid kit is designed for first aid in case of accidents, but for a long trip it should be supplemented with:
- Antipyretic tablets.
- Painkillers.
- Medicines for intestinal disorders.
- Anti-burn agents.
- Antihistamines.
- Throat lozenges.
- With plasters, bandages, cotton wool.
- If anyone in your party takes regular medication, bring enough to last the entire trip.
Traveling by rented car
If you are planning to travel around Ukraine but do not want to use your own transport, use car rental services. In Ukraine, you can book in advance book a car via the Internet. Car rental Kyiv from Bestrental. To arrange a rental, you will need a driver's license and a card with sufficient funds on the account. Find out about the permissible mileage and other rental conditions in advance.
Good preparation is the key to a successful trip. Think through all the details, and your trip will bring only positive emotions.