Taking A Road Trip In The UK
Taking a road trip within the UK will offer you the most beautiful landscapes in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Instead of visiting another country, aim to see as much of the UK as you can, one trip at a time. Along the way, there will be plenty to see, whiskeys to taste, the best fish and chips meals in the world, and visits to castles, abbeys, coffee shops, lighthouses, national parks, and much more. You will pass over beautiful moors, watch seals and dolphins, enjoy the different coastal regions, and generally have a wonderful time with family or friends. Many of the routes can be driven in a few hours, leaving plenty of time for sightseeing and adventure. Here are some traveller’s tips to help you get the most out of your road trip in the UK.
Check The Condition Of Your Car And Plan Your Route
Before taking a road trip, you will want to make sure your vehicle is in a good, roadworthy condition. If your car has seen better days, why not upgrade it to a newer one with a lower mileage? For used car sales Plymouth, go to Motorcity.
You may want to consider a car rental, but this can be quite costly.
Plan the overall route first. Then add in all the sites you want to see along the way and work on a comprehensive map. Mark off your route and all the stopping places. Decide how long you want to spend at each site and if you are going to be stopping off overnight and making the return journey the next day, perhaps using an alternate route to take in more of the sights. Work out your route to avoid toll roads to save a bit on travel expenses.
What To Pack
As the road trip is relatively short and there are plenty of places to stop off for meals, drinks, and accommodation, you probably don’t need to pack more than light energy snacks such as health bars, chocolate (it is a holiday), and fruit and nuts. However, be sure to take plenty of bottled water so that you don’t get dehydrated or have to rush between sites to replenish yourself.
Take something warm to wear, beach gear, and comfortable shoes – you should do a fair amount of walking if you come across hiking trails on gorgeous landscapes.
Otherwise, make sure your phones are charged and that you have charging cables with you.
Ways To Save Money
When stopping off to view heritage sites, there may be an entrance fee, although many are free. You can get a touring pass in certain areas.
The cheapest accommodation is with family and friends. This also adds to the festivities of your road trip. Consider homes that offer rooms and breakfast as these are usually cost-effective and clean. You may be able to use their cooking and laundry facilities.
Your road trip requires some basic planning, not much packing, and heaps of fun.
