I am ready for a well needed family vacation in 6 weeks from now. Before I go I need to make sure that all my plans are secure and will fall into place.Here is my check list, I am set and ready to go I think?

Rental car – x

Forecast of gas prices- x

Hotel- x

Gps updated- x

Suit Cases- x

Site Seeing Chosen- x

Landmarks to Visit- x

Time off of work scheduled- x

New outfits/shoes/toiletries/car toys purchased- x

Budget completed- x

Believe it or not planning to have these items taken care of well in advance of your trip can save a lot of money.I say this because you will know how much you are spending before and after the trip is over. I am very frugal as much as possible, and want to not spend any extra amounts of money that we do not have planned to do so. My family and I travel on many road trips and I feel it imperative to have plans in order when you travel especially with children. You have to plan for the unexpected and unplanned happenings can jump out at you if you are not prepared. Please take time to visit my other posting in this section on Vacation planning tips. If I can help you save money, make great fun for the family, and enjoy your vacation all in one; then my goal is achieved.

By the way we will be visiting Gulfport, Ms;Mobile,Al; and Saint Louis,Mo. I know this is a lot of driving, but this is how we make more vacation and family time combined for the better. I hope that you enjoyed reading this post along with my family as we get ready for our vacation.

When is your vacation and where will you be going to next?If you have already went please tell where and the details of it. Feel free to share your stories and/or comment to mines below!