"It's a Long Trip Alone"

Ever wonder what  goes on in the car of a college student when they have a six hour drive alone? Wonder no longer because I am going to let you in on my secret driving tips that help me stay awake and pass time quickly.  So sit back, read closely, and don't laugh too much because you know you do the same.

Step One (Limit the Liquid)
I personally hate drinking anything before I travel because I know it means a pit stop somewhere along the way and a stop is extra time. Although I love coffee, this definitely isn't my first choice. So what do I grab when I am about to hit the road after filling up on gas if it isn't a drink? My secret driving snack is trail mix and sadly, it is NOT the healthy kind. I grab the chocolate mix because after about hour three I am in need of a sugar fix.  If a coffee is a necessity, however, I always grab a frozen latte because this adds some sugar and doesn't usually require a stop along the road.

Step Two
Once I hit the road, music is a must. Although a lot of the music I like is more of a "soothing" and slow mix, I  make sure to have some upbeat songs ready to blare if I find myself drifting off. So what artists did I sing at the top of my lungs to this last trip home? Heres a snip from my playlist. Also, be sure to sing at the top of your lungs at red lights, this will not only wake you up, but entertain the people beside you.

City and Colour - Dallas Green 's voice is soothing and his music style is "chill" so I recommend this for the first leg of your trip

A Rocket to the Moon - Weird name? Yes! Upbeat music? Definitely. It is hard to believe that they got their start in vocalist and guitarist, Nick Santino’s bedroom

Jack Johnson - A smooth voice like Jack's and acoustic guitar may help you relax when you are feeling a bit tense in traffic.

Sherwood - Great music and awesome vocal harmony. Sing aloud and entertain your fellow travelers.

If you'd like to know more of whats on my iPod let me know, I'd love to share it with you!

Final Step
Keep your eyes on the road,watch out for cops, and follow the speed limit. I have learned this the hard way...driving fast won't always save you time. It takes a good 30 minutes to get a ticket, and the phone call home isn't always the best.

Safe Travels to all as Summer arrives and trips home and to the beach are inevitable!