Road trip with friends? A definite yes. There’s no such thing as the thrill of driving around with your closest buddies – music blaring in the car, and you having the best time. It’s the perfect recipe for memories that you’ll still cherish even several years later. The spontaneity of it adds to the excitement of the journey and makes your trip the best one ever. Whether you are cruising along coastal highways or winding through mountain passes, here are five road trip rituals that will make your adventure the best one ever!

1. Choose the Perfect Route

Road trips are all about the route you take. So when you choose your route, go for one that works out perfectly for you. To do this, start with your research first. Know which routes go where and which ones would be perfect for you. Also, consult everyone in the group so you can take all their opinions into consideration, too. Some like long scenic drives, while others like quick quirky detours. It’s all about ensuring that you match everyone’s vibe so that you can find the right balance between structure and freedom. Using apps like Google Maps or Road Trippers can help you find the best stops along the way so you can make your trip the best one ever. Remember, every route that you take needs its own vibe. So make sure you have your curated playlist that can help you hit the best moments.

2. Curate the Ultimate Snack and Drink Collection

No one wants to be the person who forgot the snacks. Snacks are the most essential thing when you go on a road trip. You need snacks to help you deal with your hunger when on the move. So stock up on snacks before you head out. The first step is to know what everyone likes and then make a list of the snacks that you think would work best. Consider granola bars, fruit cups, and crackers, so you can eat amazing things while on your trip. If you want to go one step ahead, then you can prep mini snack boxes for everyone with their favorite snacks in their boxes. This keeps the car tidy and the mood upbeat. Alongside snacks, you also need to have drinks – hydration and refreshment are very important. Keep a cooler with you, where you have chilled water, fruit-infused drinks, and so on. Modern travelers are experimenting with so many different options. A

THC beverage is a very popular option amongst several people because it allows them to unwind and relax in the best way.

3. Play the “Rolling Games” to Keep Spirits High

Even the best playlists need to break. That’s when you can play car games. Choose interesting ones like 20 Questions, Truth or Dare, and Would You Rather. This will help you turn your moments of laughter into connection, and will help you get to know so much more about each other in a more fun way. To add to this, you could even ask every friend to share their deepest darkest secret and one goal that they want to achieve in life. This is more fun than you think. You can create themed playlists for different moods if you want to. This can help you gel with the vibe in the best way.

4. Capture the Journey – But Stay Present

Taking pictures on a trip? Of course you will. You make memories this way that you can look back on and live those moments all over again. But in doing so, remember not to lose the current moment. Try to live the moment in all its essence. To do this, try to limit the time that you spend on your camera. Being on the camera captures the view, but being present captures the feeling, and that is exactly what you need.

5. Establish a Signature Road Trip Ritual

Every friend group has its own ritual. Create yours, which is unique to your group. This is going to be the moment that you look back to and enjoy the most. It is going to be what’s going to tie your group together for all time to come. It also lays the groundwork for further trips to come. Together, lift a cool drink, stretch your legs, and pull over somewhere safe. It serves as a reminder to stop and enjoy where you are and who you are with, whether you are staring at hills, beaches, or endless fields.

Way Forward

A great trip is never about perfection. It’s all about you having that connection. When you plan your trip, have the best snacks with you and a group of friends you can truly be yourself with, you will have the best time ever!