Ah, few things in life offer more freedom than a few days off, four wheels and the lure of the open road.
Folks, I’m talking about the road trip.
For me this takes me straight back to my twenties; aimlessly wandering the two lane roads of Pennsylvania in search of the perfect diner, quick jaunts to the beaches of Sarasota from my Navy barracks in Orlando and that one time in rural North Carolina a kind stranger fixed my broken down 1984 Ford Tempo and would accept nothing more than a bag of beef jerky( a story for another day). My best road trip memories come from the short time I lived in Las Vegas; weekends spent driving to the Grand Canyon and Zion National Parks marveling at the beautifully barren landscape with the windows rolled down and Tom Petty blaring from the radio. From exploring the turquoise waters of the Florida Keys over Highway 1 to the enormous glacier carved landscapes of Alaska’s Seward Highway some of the most magnificent views in the United States are best experienced with the GPS turned off and a good friend in the passenger seat.
Plan the perfect California road trip.
To help you prepare for your next road trip adventure I’ve partnered with a few of my closest blogger friends for a blog hop. What’s a blog hop? It’s an event where bloggers get together to write content associated with a specific theme – in our case, “My Perfect Roadtrip Bag” – and YOU get to move from one blog to another to read our posts and enter to win our giveaway! More on that at the end of this post. Without further ado here is what you’ll find in my perfect road trip bag. (Disclosure-my list contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase I get a little bit of dinero in return)
One of the main things you need for any trip is a great bag. I’ve always been a huge fan of Travelon products and their Travelon Anti-Theft React Medium Crossbody Bag
I am not someone who operates well when hungry so I always have a little snack tucked away somewhere. I’m particularly fond of KIND Healthy Grains Granola Bars
Steve likes to handle the driving duties when we hit the road together which leaves some time for me to catch up on my reading.Whether you like the ease of a Kindle
The Kindness Diaries: One Man’s Quest to Ignite Goodwill and Transform Lives Around the World
One of my travel wardrobe staples is the Eddie Bauer Daisy Wrap,
I try to keep a fairly streamlined beauty routine on a daily basis but simplify even further when on the road. Philosophy’s Purity Made Simple Facial Cleansing Cloths thoroughly remove all of your make up and are gentle enough to use around your eyes. When I travel I look for multi-taskers; NARS The Multiple
Looking for some more inspiration? Check out a few of my fellow bloggers, leave a comment on their blogs, follow on social media and be sure to enter for your chance to win one of the 2 fabulous prizes below!
- Katie Gard of Domestiphobia
- Andi Fisher of Misadventures with Andi
- Colleen Mulhall of Colleen Brynn Travels
- Tamara Gruber of We3Travel
- Christina Conte of Christina’s Cucina
- Jenna Francisco of This is My Happiness
- Esther Julee of Local Adventurer
The Rules:
For the grand prize you must leave at least one comment on one of the participating blogs to enter. Additional entries via commenting on other blogs in the hop are available to you. This means each person is eligible for 8 entries (because there are 8 participating bloggers).
For the second prize you must “follow” at least one blogger on Instagram. Additional entries via “following” the other bloggers in the hop are available to you. This means each person is eligible for 8 entries (because there are 8 participating bloggers).
You are encouraged to enter both giveaways! There will be one unique winner for the grand prize and one unique winner for the second prize.
PRIZES ARE ONLY ELIGIBLE TO SHIP TO THE U.S. AND CANADA.
Grand Prize:
Kindle Fire [Fire HD 6, 6″ HD Display, Wi-Fi, 8 GB, Black] AND
Travelon Anti-Theft React™ Medium Crossbody Bag. Built with slash-proof construction and an adjustable, cut-proof shoulder strap that can secure to a post or chair, this bag contains locking compartments, RFID blocking card and passport slots, a rear zip pocket, and a mesh expansion water bottle holder. The main compartment is big enough for an iPad or tablet, and it includes a tethered key clip with LED light.
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Second Prize:
Kindle Fire [Fire HD 6, 6″ HD Display, Wi-Fi, 8 GB, Black] AND Travelon Anti-Theft Classic Backpack This backpack features a locking main compartment and a zippered front pocket that fits an iPad® mini. The main compartment includes two padded pockets to protect your laptop (up to 15.4”) and iPad® or tablet. The wall organizer stores 5 credit cards and a passport. A zippered mesh pocket is also included. The RFID blocking technology prevents identity theft by stopping readers from picking up personal data from your ID, credit cards, and passport. The back side includes a zippered pocket to store your smartphone and other small objects. The back and straps are padded for extra comfort. There is one water bottle pocket on the side.
The giveaway runs trough March 8, 11:59 p.m. PST.
Good luck!
Rajee Pandi says
I am unable to leave comment as I get No Results Found error Please fix and let me know Thanks
Brianna says
Rajee, it should be fixed by now. Please let me know if it still doesn’t work for you.
Kelly says
I love Kind Bars too. Carrying snacks is better for my body and my wallet. Great collection!
Brianna says
Thanks Kelly, I love all of the Kind bars too!
Carol says
I have driven to Florida and back at least 7 times, but most of them were when I was a child. I don’t remember any special things that my parents packed. Mostly I was content to lie on the floor in the back seat with pillows, or hang my head out the window. Things you’d never be allowed to do now.
Brianna says
I remember riding in the back of the station wagon as a kid- you’d never see that now!
Kayla Kiteley says
Books and food are a must for me on any trip! These items are something I bring on every road trip.
Brianna says
Sounds like we’re cut from the same cloth Kayla.
Audrey says
I’ve been looking for a good dry shampoo! I am going to try this one! Thank you!
Brianna says
Dry shampoo is a lifesaver! Please let me know how you like it.
Abbe Brown says
I love cleansing cloths too! They’re a definite must have for not just removing makeup but assorted messes and stickiness that can happen when on the road. Going to have to try Philosophy’s Purity Made Simple Facial Cleansing Cloths for sure!
Brianna says
They are a great option for being on the road, very easy to use and no chance of a gooey mess in your bag.
nicole dziedzic says
If I were to build the perfect roadtrip bag the one item above I would include is the Purity made simple cleansing cloths.
Brianna says
Great choice Nicole.
Lauren says
Those Kind bars are awesome! I always pack some sort of snack or granola bar – traveling as a vegan, it’s always good to be prepared with back-up food in case I can’t find anything!
A.M. says
From the Casual Travelist’s bag, I pretty much want to pick everything but since I have to choose only 1… it’s the Facial Cleansing Cloths. I have really oily skin (and acne, etc.) so I can not be doing anything and feel gross.
Brianna says
I really love the Purity cloths too, they leave my face feeling clean but not overly dried out like some products can.
Katie @ Domestiphobia says
I’ve actually always wanted to try compression socks! Sitting at my desk all day at home, I’m thinking it might be worth it… But it’d be even cooler to sport them on a road trip!
Brianna says
Katie, these socks from Sockwell are a godsend. They are like a bunch of tiny angels hugging your feet. I love the different colors and patterns too, cute enough to use as boot socks.
Tatyana Pashnyak says
Thanks for the beauty products recommendations. I will order a couple of them right away! I have wanted Kindle for so long but can’t afford it, so thank you so much for the opportunity to win!
Brianna says
Good luck!
Heather says
That Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Kind bar is calling my name! It sounds delicious! I have a pair of sunglasses that I can’t leave home without! I also love a good book!
Brianna says
Peanut butter and dark chocolate are one of the best flavor combos ever created 🙂
Deb Harmon says
The Purity soap wipes and the Daisy Wrap look like definite must-haves for travel!!
Brianna says
I am seriously addicted to the Daisy wraps, I may end up getting them in every color.
Cheryl Nicholl says
Compression socks! Oh My Dear God! I’m on my way to that site! THANK YOU!
Brianna says
Cheryl, these socks are amazing for long road trips or flights and they are cute to boot!
Belinda McNabb says
I like the Kind Bars. Better for you and filling too
Brianna says
Don’t forget how tasty they are too!
Betsy Wuebker | PassingThru says
I am loving the Jackie O sunglass look!
Brianna says
They have a kind of Thelma and Louise vibe don’t they?
Hayley Swinson says
So, both of those bags look pretty amazing. It’s been a while since I’ve invested in a new travel bag…thanks for the tips!
Brianna says
Good luck with the drawing! Travelon has a wide vareity of bags, give them a look.
Stephen Lioy says
I’m with you on snacks as a necessity – hungry and lost is no way to be even with good friends. Rather than the Kindle, though, I’d say an mp3 source of some sort. Music is one of the defining points of a road trip for me, and there are still songs I can hear that remind me distinctly of a road trip I took waaaaay back in the day.
Brianna says
I agree on the music Stephen but I challenge you to find any better driving music than Tom Petty.
Stephen Lioy says
Haha.. only thing I can think of is a special case: the music of a band you en route to seeing live for the first (or tenth, I guess it still works) time. Nothing to get more amped on a pre-concert road trip!
Brianna says
touche Stephen, touche.
Milosz Zak says
I liked how prepared you can be – can’t say I’m the same while traveling.
Brianna says
My packing has definitely evolved from my experience on previous trips lol.
Adelynn Lovellette says
I would pack the philosophy wipes because they can be so handy!
Brianna says
They definitely are handy and in a pinch can be used for more than cleaning your face.
Ash L says
I’d bring the granola bar and sunglasses. The sunglasses look awesome.
Brianna says
The sunglasses are very glam and just a bit sassy.
Wehaf says
I’m with you on the KIND bars! I’m addicted to them, and they’re perfect as travel food.
Brianna says
I always have one in my purse, they are tasty and good for you!
noel says
I totally love road trips and what perfect accessories. On my bucket list is a road trip to Alberta to all the National parks in Jasper and oh I forgot the name of the other one.
Natalie says
I would pack the crossbody bag because I would fill it with my wallet, sunglasses, money and makeup for the trip.
Brianna says
The crossbody bag is the perfect size for anything you would need on a short trip.
Jennifer Mallon says
The Philosophy facial wipes are fabulous! Great to travel with.
Brianna says
I agree, they are a must have on the road.
Andi says
Good call on the wrap – I always have a ton of scarf options with me as well!
Susan R says
The kindness diaries sound awesome, but I’d probably also be sad that I couldn’t run off on that kind of adventure…damn bills.
Brianna says
Bills always get in the way don’t they?
Susana Slais says
I think that for a perfect road trip bag I would definitely include the Purity made simple cleansing cloths! 🙂
Brianna says
I love how easy they are!
Brian Eubanks says
I need my shades win I am road tripping.
Brianna says
Good sunglasses are definitely a road trip necessity.
Lauraleigh says
Sunglasses is a must for any road trip! Good thinkin!
Brianna says
I agree Laura!
Christina says
I really like those “Jackie Ohh” sunglasses! I feel like it’s so hard to find a stylist and sturdy pair of sunglasses, but that might be just the thing 🙂
Brianna says
I quickly fell in love with these sunglasses too.
Breanna Pollard says
ipod, pillow and books!
Brianna says
I love my neck pillow for any kind of travel and good music just makes any road trip.
Gabrielle says
Dry shampoo! Yes! The perfect solution to “road trip hair”.
Brianna says
Dry shampoo is a godsend!
Ronald G says
a Kindle because on long drives, everyone is a passenger at some time
Brianna says
Just make sure you pack your charger and you’re good to go!
Shakeia Rieux says
I would take a pair of Ray-ban Jackie Ohh Sunglasses
Brianna says
and would would look super glam too!
anne says
I would pack KIND bars or something similar in nature.
Brianna says
Loooove my KIND bars, they are delish!
sandra says
I would pack the kind granola bars
Brianna says
I love all the different flavors they come in 🙂
Sheila M. says
The Travelon bag looks like a great place to start. I like you choice of sunglasses also.
Brianna says
You can’t go wrong with a Travelon bag.
Barb Stenby says
Kind bars would definitely be in my bag!
Brianna says
Excellent choice!
Roaming Renegades says
Love road trips!! Always been more of a backpack kind of person but that bag looks great, light and practical, maybe it’s time for a change!
CHRISTINA PETERS says
I would choose the Dry Shampoo from Brianna’s Bag
Brianna says
Dry shampoo is a lifesaver!
Danielle Papsis says
Purity Made Simple Facial Cleansing Cloths for that last minute touch up before going out or if you just need to feel better and clean.
Brianna says
I love how easy they are.
Irene Newstead says
I would pack a few bags of my favorite snack….trail mix.
Brianna says
Who wouldn’t go for some GORP(good ol’ raisins and peanuts)?
Cassie Korando says
I always bring sunglasses as well! I hadn’t considered compression socks before, but you’ve got me thinking now!
Brianna says
Once you try them you’ll never go back!
Patrick Siu says
I would bring cranola bars
Brianna says
You always gotta eat
Norma M. says
Facial cleansing cloth wipes are a must have. We usually take family vacations to southern beaches and sand in my face irritates me a great deal. They also clean my shoes very well.
Brianna says
Ooo, good multi tasking there!
Camille says
Sunglasses are a must! I always have them on road trips for when I’m driving into the sun or if someone else is driving and I need to rest my eyes. I really need to invest in a high-quality pair! Those Ray Bans are pretty cute!
Brianna says
Sunglasses are definitely a must, who doesn’t love cute and practical?
Alicia Boarts says
I love kind bars. Awesome snack to have in my bag
Brianna says
Great choice!
Emma Hart says
Road trips are one of my favourite ways travel with friends 🙂 They always make for great memories!
Cokie Evans says
I love those glasses and the cleansing wipes are a really good idea to take along!
Brianna says
You would be stylishly clean lol.
Anita DUVALL says
I am with you on the perfect bag. I usually take a tote bag with all the goodies, plus a cross body that has the wallet, phone, and keys.
Brianna says
You sound very well packed 🙂
karissa says
Camera and some great music!
Brianna says
Perfect, you’re ready to roll!
Edward Phillips says
Travel around Thunder Bay Ontario and you will not be reading anything
Brianna says
There are definitely some roads you won’t dare take your eyes off the road due to the gorgeous scenery. Alaska’s Seward Highway is easily one of the most stunning drives in the world.
iamalighthouse says
I agree! Must have some good sunglasses!
Brianna says
Good sunglasses are a necessity on the road.
Carolsue says
I would include Batiste Dry Shampoo — it could come in very handy!
Brianna says
I love the stuff!
Amy C. says
The Purity made Simple wipes would be a great addition to my travel bag. I use the liquid form but this would be so much easier to transport.
Brianna says
I grabbed them because I got tired of my liquid cleansers getting all over my bag.
Pamela Gurganus says
If I were to build the perfect roadtrip bag, one item from Brianna’s bag I would include is the Eddie Bauer Daisy Wrap.
Brianna says
I am truely addicted to these. They are so comfortable and go with just about anything.
Sydney says
I would include the KIND bars! They are the perfect mix of a granola bar and a treat!
Brianna says
Can’t argue with that!
Minta Boggs says
I always need sunglasses!
Brianna says
Me too, these Ray-Bans are a great pair 🙂
Debbie Petch says
All kinds of healthy snacks like nuts and granola.
Brianna says
I’ve always got KIND bars or almonds with me.
Alouise says
I’d definitely pack some Kind Bars, and a few other healthy and road-trip friendly snacks and water. It reduces the chance of me being hangry when I’m driving, or me wanting to stop off at a fast food place to eat (which will only make me feel gross and not very road trip savvy).
Brianna says
No one operates well when hangry! I know I’ve made some poor food choices if I’ve let myself get too hungry.
Anne Marie Carter says
A couple of pairs of sunglasses would be a must in my bag.
Brianna says
I usually have 2 pair in my car, you never know when you’ll leave them somewhere.
Akila Narayanan says
I like the daisy wrap from your list. maybe i should try it.. My list contains the DSLR, snacks, water, books, iphone, chargers.. etc
Brianna says
I am a huge fan of the Daisy wraps, I think you would be too.
denise low says
I would take my snack. My kind bars.
Brianna says
I always have some kind of snack with me.
Candice says
I would include the Kind bars. Healthy snacks are a must!
Brianna says
So true!
Lisa Smith says
You’ve included so many cool items. I really like the Purity Facial Cloths, cause their just simple. The dry shampoo is another good idea.
Brianna says
Both make looking good on the road much easier.
theresa J says
I would definitely include the sunglasses.
Brianna says
Great choice 🙂
Sarah S says
New reader here – I found you from Andi’s blog and so glad I did! I totally agree with you about the socks. Not glamorous, but something is so nice about a clean, fresh pair of socks. Never know when you’re going to want them! As a lover of sandals and ballet flats, I carry a pair of fluffy socks for when my feet get cold.
Brianna says
Welcome Sarah, I’m glad you found me too! compression socks in particular are a godsend when traveling and I love that these socks are actually cute 🙂
carol clark says
the purity wipes is what id pick
melody pittman says
Girl, you get around! You plan the road trip and I will bring the music! I am a great driver and DJ. 😉 Love all the cosmetics featured in the gift bag. awesome stuff!
Brianna says
It’s a date! Now where to go…….
Ale says
Can I take part even if I live in Italy?
Thanks a lot!!
Brianna says
Unfortunately the giveaway is only open to the residents of the U.S. and Canada. Thanks for stopping by though!
Katie says
I need sunglasses on a roadtrip. The last thing you want is a headache from squinting too much.
Brianna says
Very true, no one needs a headache getting in the way of their road trip fun.
Heather Johnson says
Sunglasses are a must have when traveling.
Brianna says
I agree!
Nicole Opfer says
I love facial cleansing cloths! My husband likes to use them when he gets too hot.
Brianna says
My husband secretly steals mine too.
sherry fundin says
A snack of some kind is vital to keeping my energy level up.
sherry @ fundinmental
Brianna says
SOmething to nibble on is a must for me too.
Lisa Johnston says
My family is going on vacation next month and I have never thought about taking my dry shampoo until now.
Thanks for the reminder because I would have been mad leaving home without it and of course my face wipes.
Brianna says
I’ve always regretted the times I didn’t bring mine.
Leela says
The J Pillow.
Brianna says
Definitely a good pick on Katie’s part.
Rust says
Gotta have my Kind bars (love them!) and my sunglasses.
Brianna says
Both good picks!
Leah says
Dry shampoo! I always forget that when I’m traveling and I love the stuff! Maybe now I’ll remember it the next time I go somewhere….
Brianna says
It’s a beauty must for me too!
Judy Schechter says
I would pack granola bars and my Kindle Fire HDX! Thanks for the chance!
Brianna says
Good picks and good luck!
Christine A says
I love Kind bars and I’d want to pack them for a road trip.
Brianna says
KIND bars are great!
Liz says
I agree with the KIND bars!
Brianna says
The KIND bars are so good and good for you 🙂
belinda bell says
I would need a jacket
Brianna says
Always! Even when it’s hot out I get chilly in restaurants.
Tina F says
Granola bars are great as they are not messy and easy to trnasport. Must have drinks as well for my kids and MT MY TEA. Cell for emergencies and sin glasses as hard to see if bright
Brianna says
Sounds like you’re good to go!
Bruno B says
There is nothing like reading a book while on the road. It’s so inspirational!
Brianna says
Just make sure to look out the window once in a while 🙂
Ana O says
Anti-theft bags is not something I think about buying when travelling but this has brought them to my attention.
And oooooo I love those sunglasses. They’re so classy. I’d wear them every day!
Brianna says
A stolen bag or wallet is good.
Raphael Alexander Zoren says
Sounds like a fun giveaway, best of lucks!
Brianna says
Thanks for stopping in Raphael!
Ruth - Exploramum says
** amazing giveaways – so inspiring – thanks for sharing
Brianna says
Thanks for stopping in Ruth 🙂
Delia Harrington says
I would definitely pack the Kind bars. A hangry traveler is no joke!
Brianna says
True statement right there lol.
Nina says
Falling in love with the pink bag and the sunglasses! I’m a big fan of road trips and the one thing I can’t live without is my mp3-player. I make a special playlist for every trip, customized to the destination. When I get home and listen to the music, it takes me right back on the road.
Brianna says
What a great way to relive your trip, I love it!
Kelsey says
This is a great list for road trip packing! However, I would add a large microfiber travel towel and an Everlane t-shirt!
Brianna says
Excellent additions!
Marie L. says
The Ray-ban Jackie ohh sunglasses would be my pick. They would look fab on me.
Brianna says
They are super glam 🙂
sherezade asensi says
I always take a wrap too 🙂
Brianna says
The Daisy wraps are my favorite, I wear them all the time.
lorrie brooks says
Love the photos thanks for sharing your recommends. I want a take road trip down south
Brianna says
The southern US is great for a road trip. Thanks for stopping by!
tammigirl says
I am, of course, on board with your sunglasses. I road trip with several pairs because I have some in my prescription and some for when I am already wearing contacts. Also, sometimes I want different sunglasses at the beach than when I am driving.
Brianna says
You can never have too many sunglasses!
Caroline | carolinescooking says
I do like Kind bars now and again and a road trip is the perfect excuse. I’ve never tried dry shampoo, maybe on our next trip.
Brianna says
Dry shampoo has been a lifesaver for me on more than one occasion.
Soha Molina says
I’d include the sunglasses.
Brianna says
A necessity on any road trip.
samiya says
Some fun products! We absolutely love road trips, our favourite kind of travel 🙂
Brianna says
Your family would be a blast to travel with on the road 🙂
sarah s says
I would also choose the Kind bars and books on a road trip.
Brianna says
Great choices!
Howard @ Backroad Planet says
Not exactly a guy’s perfect road trip bag, but hey, there is something for everyone. Jerry and I wrote about our road trip essentials once. http://backroadplanet.com/road-trip-essentials/
Brianna says
This list is a little on the feminine side but everyone gets hungry and the Kindness Diaries would be an inspiration for all.
Amelia Drew says
Gotta have sunglasses with you and those ones are great!
Brianna says
You can never go wrong with Ray-Bans!
Vicky and Buddy says
This is a great list! I’ve been on a few road trips and I wasn’t nearly as prepared as I should have been.
Brianna says
We’ve all been there but experience is a great teacher.
Dawn Monzu says
I would love to have that bag you were describing! I always want a cross body bag when I’m traveling (it is harder to steal). I went to Hawaii a couple of years ago by myself, and I made sure I had a cross body bag!! It also has to have plenty of room for snacks, phone, etc!
Brianna says
The Travelon crossbody bag is perfect, plenty of room with great safety features and looks great!
Lisa Coomer Queen says
I didn’t think I would see compression socks on here! lol But they are a must for me when traveling. I have COPD and tend to swell on rides. Thanks!
Brianna says
That’s the PT(my day job) coming out lol. I love the sockwell products they are fun and comfortable.
Megan says
Easy, I would pack KIND Healthy Grains Granola Bars. I always bring snacks with me as you never know with travel delays. I dislike most airport food plus it’s expensive.
Brianna says
The KIND bars are tasty as well.
Bailey K. says
I road trip with my pups, so we always have an extra bag for them as well, along with treats and water for them in our bags.
Brianna says
Definitely can’t forget supplies for your four-legged babies 🙂
Linda Moffitt says
I also bring snacks and books I would like to bring audiobooks or a kindle just don’t have one yet Thanks
Brianna says
Good luck with getting one of these Kindles 🙂
Jenna says
Looks like a perfect bag! I love taking road trips, and now I have some new tips and ideas on great items to being along–thanks!
Brianna says
Thanks Jenna-good luck with the contest!
Viswa says
Nice to read Your Article,I love those glasses and the cleansing wipes are a really good idea to take along.
Brianna says
Excellent choices!
Brent and Stacey-jean Inion says
With our crew, it would be a dozen of those KIND bars! We’ll have to look into those packs, too. Thanks for the tips
Brianna says
You guys would need a case lol!
nancy munson says
a camera
Brianna says
I never go on a trip without one!
Gina Zammit says
Makeup wipes are always a travel essential for me, but I will have to check out Purity’s wipes.
Brianna says
The Purity wipes are very gentle.
RobRob says
As noted above, not exactly a guy’s list…but I do like Kind bars and Travelon bags. I also always pack a book or magazines for a road trip, but never seem to get to them. I think because I’m more like a dog, hanging my head out the window and looking at everything! Maybe that’s a guy thing, too? 😉
Brianna says
There are definitely areas you don’t want to miss a thing but for some areas a book is a necessity- I’m talking about you Southern I-95!
Yvonne Ivanescu says
Love Travelon. It is the only thing that I bring when I go travelling. I like your list – the sunglasses look so chic. I also have my own pair of Raybans
Brianna says
Ray-Bans are great- normally I don’t splurge for sunglasses but they are so well constructed.
Jennifer Pellicone says
My road trip bag would also include a book, either paper or on my ipad.
Brianna says
I a paper book girl myself.
ac says
Sea salt and chocolate kind bars are my fave!
Brianna says
Those are delicious!
Chantelle Walker says
Love the sunglasses, when I think of road trips I think of sunny days so those would go in my bag 🙂
Brianna says
and you would look fab!
bn100 says
granola bars
Brianna says
I always carry a snack in my bag
Tracy C says
great beauty tips–especially the dry shampoo. Nothing makes me feel grungier than greasy hair!
Brianna says
Dry shampoo has been a lifesaver on more than one occasion!
Amelia says
We usually do audiobooks, but I think I may have to download The Kindness Diaries for our next trip! Thanks for the tip!
Brianna says
I’ve been meaning to get on the audiobook bandwagon myself.
Joy | The Joyful Foodie says
I love that those Daisy Wraps don’t wrinkle! I always bring along cardigans similar to those, but they definitely do wrinkle. 😉 I think I might have to pick one up!
Brianna says
I am seriously in love with those wraps- I have 3 but I want to get that striped one to add to my collection.
Stacy says
Snacks are essential in my road trip bag, I always bring Luna bars or other vegan bars (Kind does have a few varieties!) because I never know if I am going to be able to find a vegan meal when I travel.
Brianna says
Luna bars are great as well!
sheila ressel says
I would definitely have to pack my sunglasses in my bag.
Brianna says
A must for any road trip.
Chris Boothman says
We LOVE road trips!! Much of our travel inside the States is done through road tripping long distances from the middle of nowhere here in Arkansas but heading out on the open road is the best way to find hidden gems. Great collection of items in your road trip bag giveaway by the way!!
Brianna says
You find the best spots on the backroads too 🙂
Jacob B says
The anti-theft bag looks awesome – but I’d have to get one before I could take it with me on my road trips… ha ha.
Brianna says
Well you might just win one-good luck!
Nicole Carter (Weasley) says
I agree the dry shampoo is a awesome idea! You do feel icky after awhile driving in a car and the dry shampoo might be a great pick me up!
Brianna says
I love the stuff!
Dorothy Boucher says
The Kindness Diaries: One Man’s Quest to Ignite Goodwill and Transform Lives Around the World
I would take this , not only for reading but I am always looking for improvements in myself..
Brianna says
It is a very inspirational read and a hard book to put down.
Dawn Monroe says
I never thought of taking the dry shampoo, good idea. I would pack the book Im reading also.
Brianna says
Dry shampoo is great!
CarolynM says
So many great ideas to pack this travel bag with the essentials. Love it!
Brianna says
Thanks Caroline-good luck with the drawing!
Candice M says
When we do road trips, we usually bring several bags of trail mix and snack bars.
Brianna says
I always make sure to have plenty of snacks- a hungry traveler is never fun.
Debbie Menconi says
I love the Daisy wrap! I get chilly, easily, and this looks like the perfect travel sweater. You have a great list. Thanks!http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00AYGE34Y/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00AYGE34Y&linkCode=am2&tag=thecasutrav-20&linkId=AIYLFBS5KLVWELXZ
Brianna says
The Daisy wraps are perfect- I wear them at work and on the road.
nipa says
Sunglasses and facial wipes are must for my bag
Brianna says
Great choices!
Laurie Nykaza says
Kind bars are a must have my son has Celiacs disease when traveling you at times can have trouble trying to find great items that are GF with no GMO’s as well
Brianna says
I love KIND bars- they are a great product!
Megan C. says
The one item from your bag I would pack in mine is sunglasses. When driving you need sunglasses. I cant leave home without them.
Brianna says
Me neither!
Crystal Sell says
I would bring the Kind bars! They are great for travel and taste really good.
Brianna says
True on both points!
mell says
The Kind bar
Birdiebee says
On a road trip, I would include the Travelon Anti-Theft React Medium Crossbody Bag. I have one of these and it is so awesome. I love the fact that the bag holds my water bottle as well.
Brianna says
Space for a water bottle definitely comes in handy.
wendi says
SUNGLASSES!!!! yes yes and i would for sure need as well some sun block!!
Brianna says
Sunblock is a must for me too!
shana says
sunglasses
shadowluvs2read says
Snacks are a must! I love those kind bars. So good! Ill definitely be taking some of them!
Brianna says
The KIND bars are my fav!
Tammy Woodall says
I would include Philosophy’s Purity Made Simple Facial Cleansing Cloths in my backpack.
Brianna says
Great choice!
Laura P. says
I really like the idea of bringing dry shampoo. It would be particularly great to bring in my bag when we camp.
Brianna says
Dry shampoo would be awesome when camping!
angela smith says
i would take the kind bars…yum good snack food
Brianna says
Kind bars are great!
Amanda Sakovitz says
I would bring Kind bars too!
Brianna says
Excellent choice!
Trish says
I agree – sunglasses are essential!
Brianna says
yes they are!
Maria Ruiz says
Sunglasses and a good book are non-negotiables, for sure:) Thanks for the Kindness Diaries referral.
Brianna says
It’s definitely an inspiring read.
Albert Ruis says
Gotta cut the glare with those sunglasses!
dv8 says
I’d bring sunglasses to help me see better while driving in sunny stretches of a road trip.
Brianna says
A necessity on any road trip!
Bailey Dexter says
I always bring along the Audiobooks great way to catch up on the reading!
Brianna says
Audiobooks are great on the road.
Maria Griffin says
They’re all useful. I like that it’s in a kind efficient organized kit. Must have camera.
Brianna says
I never forget my camera
Shelley Carter says
I used to go on road trips with my grandfather and 2 things he always had with us were strawberry candy and sandwiches, we would raid the fridge for whatever sounded good and make sandwiches from it.
Brianna says
Aw, I love that memory
Amanda M says
I would definitely take a book with me during my travels… I mean, you can’t go wrong with a book! 😀
Brianna says
truth!
Angela P. says
I love KIND bars and am with you on that one. I would definitely bring some of those.
Rebecca C. says
A bag to keep all of my stuff in is very important.
Brianna says
It could get very messy otherwise!
Katherine Riley says
I like the idea of carrying a wrap with you when traveling.
Brianna says
As someone who gets chilly I always have one.
susan king says
Snacks and a Kindle would be great !! Thank you for the chance to win this !!
Brianna says
good luck!
tamra gibson says
Yes the kindbars wld be first for snack and it being a good snack but if i cld choose another it wld be the purity products
Barbara langley says
The facial cloths,very handy
Mary Beth says
I am on my way to find the compression socks and I love the sunglasses..fun giveaway.
Brianna says
Thanks, good luck!
Thomas Murphy says
I would take the KIND Healthy Grains Granola Bars
Brianna says
Tasty choice!
Michelle Tucker says
My husband and I both have diabetes and neuropathy in our legs, so compression socks are a MUST for any road trips. Thanks for adding that to your list! 🙂
Brianna says
Sockwells are great, they are so comfy!
Alayne Langford says
A good book is most definitely a necessity for the perfect road trip and The Kindness Diaries sounds like a great choice! 🙂 ty
Brianna says
It’s definitely an inspiring read!
Alicia Arsenault says
Mine would have to include The Kind bars – I don’t do well when hungry either. I get hangry & I’m no fun.
Brianna says
No one likes a hangry traveler!
Dannielle Lily says
I’d been looking for a new read for my upcoming trip to Borneo and Bali, now I know what I’ll be buying!
Revati Victor says
I love road trips! This post made me remember all the crazy planning that went on before we drove Australia’s Great Ocean Road. What to take, what not to, you’ve got it all figured out! What a lovely giveaway, unfortunately I won’t be eligible for the prize shipping so can’t enter it
Susan says
Such great tips! Cross body bags is always the way to go and it’s always smart to have wipes with you rejuvenate or wipe your hands.
Shannon of CameraAndCarryOn.com says
Thanks for all the info. I’m a little late to the party, but thanks for sharing.