The Best Road Trip Games for All Ages
Road trips can be fun, especially if it’s just you and your friends and you have prepared well with a stash of road-trip amenities to keep the journey as comfortable as possible. But, it’s common to get bored during particularly long journeys, especially if travelling with young kids who require constant entertainment.
We at Holiday Cars want your driving experience to be as streamlined, comfortable and stress-free as possible, which is why we’ve compiled this list of suggestions on the best road trip games to play that involve the whole family:
I Spy
This is a game that can involve both the driver and the passengers. You’ll likely have already heard of I Spy, as it is one of the most common car games. When someone mentions playing a game, I Spy is usually the go-to. If you’re not familiar with I Spy, it is quite self-explanatory. Simply, you say the first letter of something you can see around you, and the other passengers have to guess what it is! This game is perfect to play with restless or bored kids, as it encourages them to use thinking skills and is a welcome distraction from the monotony of long drives.
Card Games
There is many a game that can be played with a simple deck of playing cards– Whist, Cheat, War, you name it. Games like Uno, Snap and Go Fish also fall under this category, although more often than not you’ll need a flat surface to play these games (which may require a bit of innovation and improvisation when in the car). While these games can only really be played amongst passengers and not the driver, card games can usually be played by all ages, and are a great way to involve the whole family and keep everyone entertained.
Scavenger Hunt
This is another great way to keep everyone entertained, driver included! Scavenger hunts usually involve finding and collecting things but can be played simply by looking out for certain things to spot on the journey. Scavenger hunts are normally won by the first person or team who manages to spot all the things on the list before everyone else, but they also don’t need to be competitive! You can also play this game at any rest stops you may take along the journey too.
Scattergories
This exists as a board game, but can also be played just using a pen and paper or just by thinking. Scattergories is as it sounds– a number of categories where someone must think of things corresponding to a certain letter of the alphabet, e.g. a capital city, an animal, a girl’s name and a boy’s name, a fruit or vegetable, etc., all beginning with the same letter. The key here is to be as unique as possible with your answers and find answers that nobody else is likely to have thought of, which is how you win points. This game is fun for all ages, and can involve everyone!
Fortunately/Unfortunately
Fortunately, you’ll likely already know how to play this game and if not, the rules can be explained in seconds. Unfortunately, this game doesn’t really have an end, meaning it can go on for quite some time. You’ve probably caught on by now as to how to play this game, and it’s a spoken game, meaning that the probably tired or bored driver can be involved too. See how long you can keep this game going before someone throws in the towel. You’ll be surprised at how easy it is to forget you’re playing a game with this one and before you know it, the game has gone on for hours.
Two Truths and a Lie
This game can be adjusted according to the ages of the players (if you’re on a road trip with friends, this game can involve more adult themes and serious topics), but can also be enjoyed as a lighthearted and fun game if kids are involved. The rules of this game are as they sound–someone says three statements about themselves, two of which are true and one of which isn’t. The other players have to guess which one is the lie! The game works best with people who you don’t know very well, which would make it harder to guess which is the lie, but generally, you can play this game with whoever!
Road-Trip in Comfort with Holiday Cars
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Whether you’re heading on a cross-country road trip (we offer one-way rentals to accommodate this), simply want to explore the city or town you’re staying in, or don’t want to rely on public transport, you’ll find a vehicle that is perfectly suited to your needs when booking through Holiday Cars.
What’s more, Holiday Cars don't charge any extra fees, meaning that you only pay for what you expect to pay for. You can also amend your car hire booking for free up to 48 hours before your allotted pickup time, meaning that if for any reason you can’t make your trip, you can cancel your car hire booking without worrying about being charged extra. When you need safe, secure and reliable vehicles of varying makes and models, whether passenger vans, SUVs, luxury cars or economy cars, choose Holiday Cars to help make your journey as enjoyable and stress-free as possible.