19 Hour Trip
It’s about a 19-hour trip (counting bathroom stops). In past years, we powered through it pretty quickly. We packed a cooler with food, stopped only when necessary, drove about 12 hours the first day, slept overnight, and then finished the last 7 hours the next day.
This year looks a little different. After some health concerns for my husband this past winter, we decided there’s no reason to rush. Instead, we’re breaking the trip into three shorter driving days — about 6 ½ hours the first day, 6 ½ the second, and around 6 hours the third day.
Two Nights In Hotels
We’ll spend two nights in hotels, have more time to stretch our legs, and avoid sitting in the car for endless hours. Long stretches without moving around really aren’t a good idea for my husband right now, so this slower pace just makes more sense for us. We will drive about two hours and stop for 1/2 hour, walk around, have a snack etc. Then repeat- It will probably take us 8 hours to drive what I consider a 6 hour destination.
Savannah Georgia
Our first overnight stop will be in Savannah, which is a lovely place to spend the first night. I’m looking forward to walking around the historic district, enjoying a good dinner, and making the drive feel a little more like part of the vacation instead of just surviving the highway. I’m still deciding where we’ll stop the second night.
Taking the Warm Florida Weather With Us
We left behind gorgeous 88-degree sunny beach weather in Florida, but it looks like we’ll be arriving in Philly to some pleasantly warm summer-like weather too. Yay !!!
If your schedule and your budget don't have an issue with the extra time it sounds like a lovely way to see more of the country.
ReplyDeleteOh my, that's a long road trip. I think breaking the trip into three days is a good idea. We have spring weather here now, but this weekend it was a bit chilly. Had to put a sweater on. Safe travels, and I'm glad you're coming back to nice weather too.
ReplyDeleteSo you basically avoided the real winter season...I think it's wise to break the long journey into 3 trips..much safer.
ReplyDeleteI think this is way better to travel slowly when time is on your side!
ReplyDeleteYes, taking time to get home is the way to go. When we were younger we would power drive as well. Not any more. ha ha ha. Safe travels
ReplyDeleteI wish you a safe and happy time! The illustration is great, it made me smile. :)
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a wonderful way to make the journey. We have a friend from our synagogue who’s from Savannah, and he loves putting on the accent :)
ReplyDeleteIt is so much better to break up a long trip. Savannah is a wonderful place for your first stop.
ReplyDeleteYour comment on my blog said you have completed your trip and arrived home! That’s great to hear and I hope your home and local friends are all ready for you to enjoy your summer.
ReplyDeletebest… mae at maefood.blogspot.com
Breaking up the journey seems a sensible thing to do. Enduring long drives is no fun at any age.
ReplyDeleteSounds good! Cannot beat it :-D
ReplyDeleteWishing you safe travels!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the journey. We tried to take it a bit slower as you are doing when we were NPS volunteers going from park to park.
ReplyDeleteYou are sure timing things nicely to get nice weather on both ends of your journey. I am really excited for your time in Savannah. My son has visited there and the photos make it look amazing. Pleasant journeys!
ReplyDeleteWishing you safe travels.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
Safe travels! 🚗✨
ReplyDeleteBreaking the trip into shorter days sounds like a smart and relaxing way to go.
Enjoy the journey and the warm welcome back in Philly!
i love road trips, i hope you have a fabulous time!!
ReplyDeleteYep, those long drives become less appealing as we get older. I remember once driving from here to the Gaspé Peninsula in one shot - seventeen hours. I will never do that again!
ReplyDeleteI only like long drives if I get to sit idly by and read. Good luck with your trip. We are experiencing a heat wave right now. 95 degrees.
ReplyDeleteThat's a long trip but I bet when you arrive home you'll be ready to be there! Safe travels.
ReplyDeleteWe usually power through those drives as well, but when we travel with our pets we take more frequent breaks as well. I find that do like the slower pace and spending time in areas that we normally explore. Safe travels home!
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