Everything about fall with kids seems idyllic: the apple cider and hot chocolate, the brightly colored leaves, the apple picking and pumpkin patches, and the time spent together exploring nature will make some of the best memories for years to come.

I hope these tips help you plan the perfect fall road trip to enjoy with your kids!

If you’re preparing to take a family road trip you know there are a lot of logistics to figure out. One of the biggest concerns parents of young kids may have is how to keep their little ones entertained on the long drive. I want to share what we’ve learned along the way about road tripping with kindergarteners and early elementary-aged kids so that I can make your family vacation just a little easier and more enjoyable.

Ah road trips. There’s something so nostalgic about them. Family bonding time, Mom and Dad sharing stories from their youth, and rocking out to upbeat playlists.

But gone are the days of worn atlases and mixtapes in the tape deck. We are in the golden age of technology, and we have everything we need for a successful road trip right in a tiny rectangle-shaped computer in our pockets. Apps can do everything from helping you pack to planning your route to navigating your way through bad weather and traffic.