Smooth sailing: Tips for keeping kids entertained and safe on Easter road trips
As families gear up for the Easter break, keeping little ones entertained and safe is a top priority.
Going on a family road trip these Easter holidays? Not only do you need to ensure your little ones are strapped in safely for the journey, but you'll need to keep them entertained. That's why it's important to plan ahead before taking to the road, here are some tried and tested ideas.
Keep them happy and entertained throughout the ride
Little hands and minds need to be kept busy, but the number-one tip is to make sure they're not irritable. What are the biggest causes of grumpiness? Just like adults, it usually comes down to lack of sleep, boredom, and not enough snacks!
Keep their favourite juice and snacks ready
Try to avoid sugar, but a hangry child is not fun, so make sure there are enough of the right kind of snacks and drinks easily accessible.
Have a headset at hand
An audiobook or fun music pre-loaded on a device is a good idea. This keeps them entertained and noise levels down.
Let them choose what to bring with
They can bring their favourite toys, and colouring books and crayons so the backseat - with a backseat organiser - becomes a moving playpen. A word of caution: check what they're bringing with before you leave, lest it's something noisy...
Keep them strapped in and safe
In South Africa, it's compulsory to use a car seat for babies and children under three, so having one is non-negotiable for any journey. Fortunately, if you're a member of Discovery Insure's behaviour-based driver programme, Vitality Drive, you get access to an exclusive car seat discount of up to 50% off through our partners, Born Fabulous and Toys R Us, depending on your Vitality Drive status.
How to redeem your discounted car set benefit
With Discovery Insure, you can enjoy a discount on a selected child car seat every year, because the car seat benefit is valid for 12 months.
To redeem your car seat discount, simply follow these five steps:
- Log in to your Discovery Insure profile on the Discovery website or Discovery app
- On the Discovery website, navigate to the Car and Home Insurance tab and click on Other rewards and benefits. On the Discovery app, click on the Car and Home Insurance tab
- Select the Car seat benefit and activate it
- A wiCode will be sent to you. The code will be valid for 12 months
- Log in to the Born Fabulous website or visit a Toys R Us store to use your voucher on a qualifying car seat.
By planning ahead and putting safety first, you can navigate that Easter road trip with ease. Here's to transforming a stressful car ride into a smooth and enjoyable adventure for the whole family!
Get a quote with Discovery Insure today.
Activate Vitality Drive by selecting it at the time you request your quote. You can also call us on 0860 751 751 to add it to your plan at any time.
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