Planning a Getaway this Holiday Season? Handy Tips to Arrive Safely and on Time

1. Drive fresh and well rested to avoid an accident: Fatigue related road accidents remain high on the statistics list during holiday periods. Some simple do’s and don’ts that will ensure you and your family arrive safely include:

• Get atleast 7-8 hours sleep prior to a long drive, this is essential and there are no shortcuts to ensuring your biological batteries are fully charged
• Take a break every 2 hours even if you feel fine. Take advantage of the numerous rest areas rest areas provided in all states across the country. Swap drivers as well if at all possible
• Strive to drive when you are normally awake. Attempting all night drives adds greatly to the risk of an accident if you are ordinarily asleep during the same hours
• Insist on avoiding alcohol altogether; even drinking to legal limits is likely to cause fatigue and loss of concentration very quickly

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