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Whether it's a few hours to Grandma's house or a multi-day summer vacation, taking the kids on road trips is a rite of passage for parents. Doing it right, however, requires practice and preparation.

Back in the olden days of B.C. (Before Children), my wife Colleen and I would often jump in the car and take off for the weekend, plans and planning be damned. These days, though, spontaneity has a ...

Road trips are an epic way to travel, and there's nothing quite like an extended camping trip. But a major downside to both is that your car usually turns into a total mess after just a few days.

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