Travel Tips: Holiday Travel Tips

Here are some holiday travel tips I got from the net. I hope this will help.

• Give yourself enough time. Hitting construction zones or unanticipated traffic can easily send someone over the top, especially if you are already trying to meet a deadline.

• Drive the speed limit!!! Washington State Patrol will boost patrols over the holiday weekend. A speeding ticket might put a damper on your vacation.

• Drive Safe and Sane. Yes, you deserve a vacation. Yes, you deserve to get there in a timely fashion. Just keep in mind, if you hit traffic, all those other drivers are probably eager to go on vacation too. Being late or getting stuck in traffic is a minor inconvenience. Getting into an accident is much worse. Try to keep things in perspective and drive safe on the roadways.

• Pack snacks and water. Always good to have extra munchies and water in case you get stuck in traffic, or if an unexpected accident or break down occurs.

• Pack a blanket or extra clothing. Although its technically still summer, its a good idea to stash a blanket or a few heavy coats in the back seat or trunk of your car. Overnight temperatures are expected to be unseasonably cool.

• Know before you go. Look at DOT pages to see if any roads you were planning on taking are closed. Also, if you are on the road call 511 for information. Get directions from a service like Google or MapQuest.

• Charge! Make sure your cell phone is charged up in case you break down or get a flat.

• Stop Talking. Sticking with phones... Don't talk on your phone!! Unless you have a hands free device. Its illegal.

• Check the Weather. I personally recommend watching KVEW42 or logging onto KVEWTV.com to get updated on all the latest weather. Its important to know what the weather is like where you are going, and what it will be like on the way. Always a good idea to have a heads up if the weather could impact safe travels.