My family is constantly on the go. From the kids activities, to church, and extracurricular activities we do as a family, some days it seems like we’re only at home to sleep. And the summers are no different, y’all. Between weekend trips to nearby cities, to full on vacations, we keep busy by exploring the world around us.
And honestly, I wouldn’t have it any other way. I love our time together.
Earlier this month we visited the great city of San Antonio to see some of the family-friendly attractions in the area. Since it’s only about a 3.5 – 4 hour drive there, we decided to make a road trip out of it. Although my kids are a bit older, road trips can still get a bit risky if we don’t plan ahead and pack accordingly. I don’t think there is anything I hate more than, “Are we there yet?“
I’ve partnered with Honey Bunches of Oats to share some summer travel tips to hopefully keep those “Are we there yet?” questions from happening
Summer Travel Tips
We didn’t get to do near as much as we wanted because of all the rain that fell the week we were there, but we did get to visit the Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch, all the attractions by the Alamo and Six Flags Fiesta Texas. We had long days away from the home we rented for the week, so that meant lots of eating out while on the go. And as it always goes with children, someone always got hungry before the next meal.
I had packed several boxes of Honey Bunches of Oats Breakfast Biscuits before we left and they came in handy plenty of times while we were away. I kept a couple of packages in my purse.
And a package in the Ford Expedition. I was prepared and we had a more enjoyable trip because of it.
Although they’re called Breakfast Biscuits, they’re a great anytime snack made with 100% whole grain for long-lasting energy. They are available in Honey Roasted, Strawberry and Chocolate Chip. My favorite is the chocolate chip, although I like each of them. Each box contains 5 packages, and each package contains 4 breakfast biscuits.
What kind of snacks do you pack on family road trips?
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
We have a road trip planned for the end of next week. We will have LOTS of snacks for the kids for sure.
Betsy Segars says
Great tips! I like to pack items that are small, not messy and can be eaten with one hand 🙂
Nickida says
On a road trip we usually pack fruit snacks, juice boxes, water, chips and anything portable and handy for the kids. It’s a fine line because we don’t want them having lots of sugar on long car rides but just enough to keep them energized and content. Oh and trail mix.
Mitch says
What a helpful article! I always have a bag of food when we travel! And biscuits, yum!
Heather Lawrence says
We pack lots of fresh fruits and water when we go on trips! Lots of games too so the kids don’t get bored.
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
We pack lots of entertainment, too. Bored kids are unhappy kids.
Mandee says
Those look yummy! We like to pack chex mix, fruit and veggies, granola bars, crackers and individual sized pretzels and cookies. Now I want to go on a road trip! 🙂
Alicia says
Great tips! These snacks look super delicious! I will have to give those a try. When we go on vacation, we always hear the famous ” are we there yet?” about 50x lol! We like to pack graham crackers, goldfish, and cookies for snacking on.
Allison says
Great tips! I recently discovered these breakfast bars and my son loves them. I’m a trail mix girl while on road trips!
Pam says
We have to pack snacks with how hangry my kids get. Breakfast bars are a good choice.
Liz Mays says
My kids were the same way. It was either bring snacks or make a bunch of restaurant stops.
Jeanine says
Great tips! We aren’t traveling this summer because we are moving at summers end and need to focus on that, but these are wonderful tips for next summer!
Amy @ItsAMindfulLife says
Great tips- I love the infographic- pinned! Also, the breakfast biscuits sound yummie- which I wasn’t gluten-free. 😉
Liz Mays says
I really need to start bringing snacks like those breakfast biscuits on road trips. I tend to leave in the early morning and I hate stopping for breakfast so early in the drive.
Brandy says
Fantastic travel tips! I know you travel a bit, so I certainly appreciate you sharing your information that has helped!
Erica says
These are great travel tips! I love San Antonio and can’t wait to go back for another visit! My favorites are the River Walk and of course The Alamo.
jasmine says
I have five boys bringing along snacks are crucial during long road trip! they like to mix hot fries and chex mix, not the healthiest but it keeps them happy.
Michelle says
Oh yummy! I wish I had some of those Breakfast Biscuits on the 7 hour road trip we took a few weeks ago!
Sara P. (@SensiblySara) says
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch is SO much fun! We pack anything portable, fairly healthy and easy to eat.
Shell says
We bring granola bars and fruit snacks on trips. Snacks are essential!
kristi@ishouldbemoppingthefloor says
Excellent tips! Those breakfast bars look amazing! Yum!
Cinny says
That sounds pretty good for a snack. Definitely a must for any road trip!
nicole escat says
great idea’s i love the idea of breakfast bar sounds good for the meal time during on the road thank you for your great idea
ARod says
My mom always packed lots of snacks for road trips. And its something I now do when taking a trip. The breakfast biscuits sound good will put them on my list.
Tracey says
Those look really yummy. Snacks for the road are super important!
Jacqui says
These are great tips! I always make sure and have plenty of batteries for kids tablets!
Mama to 5 BLessings says
Those are great tips! I will have to look for this bar, sounds great for on the go!
Ellen Christian (@ellenblogs) says
We focus on healthy snacks when we’re traveling. With two teenagers, we need a lot of snacks!
Ora Lee Gurr says
I really like Honey Bunches of Oats – but I had no idea they have a breakfast biscuit. I’ll definitely put this on my grocery list. Thanks for the great travel tips.
Lexie Lane says
Love this infograph and what a great list! I like Honey Bunches of Oats. I eat them like chips.
tammileetips says
We are always traveling!! I love these Honey Bunches of Oats, they are perfect for me in our carry ons and luggage to take with us.
Michelle says
Love these great tips for traveling. I always need a checklist or I’ll inevitably forget something. We love granola bars for snacking while traveling.
Lisa Joy Thompson says
Lots of snacks are a must-have for a road trip of any length! These Honey Bunches of Oats bars look yummy; I want to try the strawberry variety.
Christie says
I love that infographic, so helpful in being prepared! I’m a big trip snacker too, so I’ll have to look for these Honey Bunches of Oats bars
Stephanie says
I haven’t heard of these breakfast biscuits but want to try them this weekend while we’re in the car. I like how there are 4 in each packet, that makes it easy to share!
Marina John says
How fun! We’re the same way… always on the go. Thanks for these awesome tips!
Raijean says
I have a few trips scheduled, these tips will definitely come in handy!
Beth@FrugalFroggie says
I wish we would have gone on a road trip this summer. Maybe next summer we can go on one.
Camesha | Mama Motivator says
That’s a great snack. We pack raisins, nuts and fruit bars for snacking!
Ashley - Embracing Homemaking says
We always have a snack bag for travel. We can’t go anywhere without snacks. 🙂
HilLesha says
I normally pack peanut butter yogurt pretzels, trail mix, and/or Luna bars. It’s hard to get through a road trip without a snack. 🙂
Marina says
I like to bake a blueberry or morning glory muffin the night before and we try to pack dry snacks like nuts, pretzels. Nothing too sweet or oily.