How to plan a stress-free roadtrip
- Lux-Assurances
- Mar 25
- 2 min read
There's nothing like a roadtrip to venture the world and discover new horizons at your own pace. Good preparation is essential if you want to make the most of the experience, whether you're travelling by car, van or motorhome. From itinerary planning to essential insurance, here are the key points for a hassle-free trip.
Preparing your itinerary and vehicle
Good organisation is the key to a successful roadtrip. Before setting off, it's important to define your route, taking into account distances, driving time and essential stops. You also need to make sure that your vehicle is in perfect working order. To sum up:
Route planning: look out for points of interest, rest areas and service stations. Don't forget to check the condition of the roads, especially if you're heading for the mountains or remote areas.
Plan your road-trip using navigation applications and offline maps if there is no network.
Anticipate current obligations: visas, vignette or other specific requirements are compulsory for travelling in some countries.
Check your vehicle: check the tyres, oil levels, brakes and lighting.
Leave a little room for the unexpected: one of the pleasures of travelling by motorhome or car is being able to stop whenever you feel like it.
What insurance do you need for your roadtrip?
Safe travel also requires good insurance cover. Here are the types of cover you shouldn't overlook:
a. Car insurance:
A roadtrip, by essence, means a vehicle will be at play and therefore will need to be insured. Whether it's a camper van, a van, a car or even a motorbike, it's essential to prevent risks. The insurance must include assistance in the event of breakdown or accident.
b. Travel insurance:
This covers the loss, damage and theft of your luggage, and the cancellation or modification of your trip in the event of illness, loss of employment, death of a relative, etc. It also includes assistance, such as repatriation of the sick or injured, and of relatives, as well as cover for medical expenses abroad.
ℹ︎ Good to know: our Mozaïk insurance includes a ‘travel’ module.
The essentials for a roadtrip
When it comes to equipment, you'll need to pack everything you need for comfort and independence:
Documents: driving licence, vehicle registration document, insurance policies, identity papers, vignette, etc.
Emergency care: First-aid kit, basic medicines or medical treatment.
Breakdown tools: spare wheel, battery cables, torch.
GPS and road maps in case of no telephone network.
Chargers and external batteries for phones or electronic devices.
Sufficient food and water.
When it comes to clothing and hygiene, don't forget to check the weather forecast and anticipate temperature differences. And if you're going on a trip in a camper van, make sure you have a heating or air-conditioning system.
With good preparation and the right insurance, you can leave with peace of mind and enjoy your adventure to the fullest.
Every trip is unique, and so should your cover. Contact your Foyer Lux-Assurances advisor for personalised advice.
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