Are You Ready to Go Home for the Holidays? | Cleveland Bradley County Teachers Federal Credit Union - Cleveland Bradley County Teachers Federal Credit Union's Blog

Just like you did a countdown until fall break, chances are that your countdown is now on until the start of the Thanksgiving holiday!

Our team at Cleveland Bradley County Teachers Federal Credit Union wants to help you to prepare for the journey home for Thanksgiving by getting your car ready for the drive.

Hit the Road for a Holiday Road Trip

Let’s take a look at some ways you can be sure you and your car are ready to hit the road this holiday season:

First, you want to make sure your vehicle has been well-maintained before making the drive to your family’s home. Has the oil been changed? Are your tires in peak condition? Do you need new wipers?

The last thing you want is to break down on the road when traveling this holiday season. Therefore, get your car checked to make sure there is nothing that could hinder you making the trip safely!

This includes:

Getting the oil changed
Having the tires rotated
Checking brakes
Replacing air filters
Testing car battery

Second, you want to make sure you are having fun. If you are all going to be stuck in a car together, you might as well make it entertaining along the way!

You can bring in some fun to your road trip by bringing back some old-school road games, such as the license plate game. Or bring along an assortment of new puzzles, games and books to keep everyone entertained.

Finally, the last thing you need to do is stress about your home while you are driving. Therefore, you want to make sure your home is locked up and safe so that you don’t have to worry while you are out of town. Check every door and window to ensure they’re closed and locked securely.

In addition, you might want to consider putting your lights on a timer. Then, it can seem as if someone is home if the lights turn on at night and off during the day. Make sure to also put a hold on your mail and newspaper. And because holiday packages can pop up unexpected, it’s a good idea to have a neighbor or friend checking your doorstep regularly and putting those packages away securely.

Did you wish you had more money saved for the holiday season? Check out Cleveland Bradley County Teachers Federal Credit Union’s Christmas Club Account to learn how you can be better prepared for the next holiday season!