About House & Home: Summer Road Trips Made Easy

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House & Home From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor Now that summer is officially here, it's time to start planning for the annual summer road trip. There's something about hitting the open road with everything you need on board, the wind in your face and a wrinkled map in your lap. For me, it's the taste of freedom and the possibility for new adventures that might be waiting just over the next hill. 10 Ways to Have a Greener Road Trip While I love being on the road, there's another part of me that feels somewhat responsible for the mess in the Gulf because of my reliance on oil. I've struggled with this for a while now, but I feel better knowing that, while on the road, I can do all I can to reduce my carbon footprint. Keep Kids Happy with Free Travel Games And Crafts Kids and long car trips just don't go well together, yet it's often the cheapest way for a family to travel. So what's a parent to do to keep sane? Check out these great (free!) games and crafts designed especially for the road that will keep your child entertained so you'll never have to hear that old familiar phrase from the backseat: "Are we there yet?" Stay Healthy on the Road When we think about road trips, we usually concentrate on essentials such as maps, food and boredom-relieving-games. But what about our health? Even though you're far away from a desk or workspace, you're still sitting for long periods of time - time when joints seize, muscles ache and necks grow tense. Find out how to stay healthy on the road with these easy-to-follow ergonomic driving tips. Can I Really Feng Shui My Car? Okay, so you've planned your road trip and think you've covered all your bases. But have you thought about the hours you'll spend locked in such a tiny space? Feng shui can help you achieve a calming and positive space so you can sit back, relax and enjoy the adventure of being on the road. House & Home Ads House and Garden Home Magazine Parent Magazine Day Trips In Magazine Launch Featured Articles What to Plant in June Top Choices in Closet Organizers Make Freezer Jam in 3 Easy Steps Fish Nutrition 101 Small Bathroom Designs Blankets for Baby   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Advertisement