Family Fun: How to Plan a Kid-Friendly RV Trip
Y’all, there’s nothing better than disconnecting for a bit and hitting the open road in an RV. My husband and I used to take mini road trips all the time when we first got married. When I got pregnant with my first child, I was nervous we wouldn’t be able to go on those RV vacations anymore. However, with some precise planning, I’m now a master at going on RV road trips with my children. Follow these steps, so you know how to plan a kid-friendly RV trip. I promise you—everyone will have a good time!
Plan, Plan, Plan
You must plan every detail of your kid-friendly RV trip; this is something I learned the hard way. The first time my husband and I took an RV trip with our oldest, I assumed I could organize things the way I always do. Sure, I would pack ahead of time and make sure I had the essentials, but other than that, we were accustomed to just hitting the open road. Don’t repeat my mistakes. I couldn’t believe how unprepared I was just hours into our trip with our firstborn. I quickly realized that not all campgrounds were the same. The campsite we chose was not suited for children whatsoever. Please, do your research before you head out. Make sure the campground you choose has things for kids to do, and pack all the necessary equipment. Don’t forget your little one’s favorite blanket and turn around two hours into the drive like we did.
Make Kid-Friendly Meals
Before we became parents, my husband and I ate whatever we wanted on the road. We would go to exotic restaurants or cook intricate meals in our RV. This plan doesn’t fly when you have children. If you’re taking kids on a road trip, stick to easy cooking recipes to do in an RV. Keep things simple and make as many sandwiches as you can. For those looking for something more filling, give chili a try. Use simple ingredients and a pot to warm things up. Your kids will scarf down a whole bowl, and by the time you’re done, the entire RV will smell amazing.
Keep Things Tidy
The number one reason why I was nervous about traveling with our kids in an RV is that I was worried they would make a mess. Y’all, my kids are essentially dirt magnets. If I ever don’t know where they are, I simply follow the dirt trail on the ground until I locate them—it works like a charm. I didn’t want this to be the case for my RV, though. Our RV isn’t huge. So, even the tiniest mess have a considerable impact. If you’re wondering how to plan a kid-friendly RV trip, you need to keep things as tidy as possible. Throw away everything the minute you’re done using it. If you don’t, the mess will pile up. Also, make sure everyone is clean and dirt-free before they step foot in the RV. Have you ever tried to sweep dirt off the floor of an RV? Trust me; it’s not a pretty sight.
