Showing posts with label Family Road Trip. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Family Road Trip. Show all posts

Thursday, January 17, 2019

Fun Road Trip Activities!


Last week we discussed why taking road trips in 2019 is good for your health. This week we are going to give you tips on how to entertain your family while taking your next road trip. Keeping your kids busy while driving can be challenging but Spieler's Inc has a few ways to have fun while traveling. Taking a trip with the family should be a fun time spent together, making memories to last a lifetime.  Sometimes the children (and adults!) need a little entertainment when making a long trek down the highway. Put those digital devices away because your trusted car dealer in Mid-MO is here to share some fun road trip activities the entire family can enjoy.


The License Plate Game


As you drive down the road, everyone in the car looks for license plates from different states. The goal is to spot vehicles from all 50 states, although Alaska and Hawaii are rare finds!


Tic-Tac-Toe


This classic game will keep 2 members of your road trip entertained for a while. Two players are assigned an X or an O; the two alternate placing their symbol, and then the player with 3 in a row wins. Make a tournament with all passengers or play best of 5 to extend the game.

20 Questions

In the popular road trip game, 20 Questions, the first player mentally chooses an answer; then all participants try to narrow down the answer by asking questions. If the carload gets to the twentieth question without figuring out the answer, the answer is revealed.


I Spy


Most people are familiar with I Spy. This is a fun way to get everyone on your road trip involved. The first player starts off with, “I spy with my little eye, something (color/shape)”. The person who spots the correct item wins and is now the one who chooses an object.


The Alphabet Game


Similar to I Spy, The Alphabet Game can be played by anyone in the car. Players look for any object
outside the vehicle that has letters. The trick to the game is to go in order through the alphabet as you pass signs, buildings, or any object with words. Be warned, this game can be pretty dry if there are few signs along the road you travel.


Spot The Car


Another fun twist to I Spy, a player starts the game by selecting a car make and model and everyone tries to spot that type of vehicle. The first person to spot the right car gets to pick the next type to find.


The Singing Game


If your group is into music, this is the game for you! When a song comes on and everyone is singing along, randomly mute the radio. The last person still accurately singing the lyrics is the winner.


I’m Going on a Picnic


Memory games are a great way to spend time on a road trip. The first participant starts with, “I’m going on a picnic and I’m bringing….(something that starts with an A). The next person will start the phrase over and add an item that starts with the better B. The goal is to continue through the entire alphabet. The player who is stumped when remembering the full list of items to bring on a picnic loses.

Enjoy some of these games on your next road trip with the family. Before you head out, bring your vehicle by Spieler’s Inc. to get checked over to ensure everything is functioning properly. The best car dealer in Mid MO is here to help you make your road trip a success. With safety and entertainment checked off your list, you are ready to roll out on your next adventure with the family!

Proudly Serving the Columbia,
Jefferson City, and California, MO Areas


1109 W. Buchanan St.
California, MO 65018
(888) 455-2107







Visit our website: www.spielersinc.com
Like us on Facebook
Follow us on Twitter
                               Follow us on LinkedIn

Wednesday, November 23, 2016

The Ultimate Guide to Family Road Trips

Are you hitting the road this Thanksgiving to visit friends and family out of town? Visiting family around the holidays help make it special and memorable. The best car dealer in mid-Missouri knows it can be a bit stressful to travel with kids. Provided below, by Spieler’s Incorporated, are some helpful tips to keep your entire family content as you travel down the highway to attend your Thanksgiving gatherings.


Provide Entertainment


From music to games, try to provide a number of entertainment options for kids on your road trip. Children can quickly become bored or restless in a vehicle for an extended period of time. A portable DVD player can keep the little ones busy for about two hours at a time. For the more traditional family, involve the entire family in a road trip game, such as eye-spy or the license plate game.

Bring Snacks & Drinks


To save money at gas stations and fast-food restaurants, bring snacks to keep the entire family content. You do not want to experience a hungry (and cranky) child on a long stretch of highway with limited food options. In addition to snacks, pack a small cooler with drinks to keep everyone hydrated.

Prepare for Spills


It is inevitable when eating and drinking in a vehicle, there will be an accidental spill. Keep napkins handy to soak up any liquids. Also keep wet wipes around to help keep your child’s hands and face clean when snacking on a road trip.

Pack the Vehicle Strategically


When preparing for a road trip with the family, thoughtfully pack the vehicle. It is important to evenly distribute weight throughout car, for a balanced ride. If the luggage does not fit in the trunk or back of the vehicle, place other bags with the comfort of passengers in mind. Try to give everyone enough room to stretch and move, as they ride in the car on a long trip.

As you hit the road in your new car from Spieler’s Inc., you are now prepared to not only survive, but enjoy your road trip with your family. Keep some of these tips in mind when packing the vehicle for your trip over the Thanksgiving weekend. When the kids are content, you will be able to relax a little and enjoy your trip to visit friends and family.

You may realize it is time for a vehicle upgrade, as you spend time in it when traveling. Whether you wish for more room in which you family can spread out or a vehicle with better fuel efficiency, your trusted car dealership in mid-Missouri can help find a new ride to meet your needs. After all, there is another holiday right around the corner and you may be making that same road trip. Spieler’s Inc. can hook you up with a new ride before your next holiday trip out of town.

Proudly Serving the Columbia,
Jefferson City, and California, MO Areas


1109 W. Buchanan St.
California, MO 65018
(888) 455-2107




Visit our website:  www.spielersinc.com
Like us on Facebook
Follow us on Twitter
                               Follow us on LinkedIn

Friday, July 22, 2016

9 Fun Road Trip Games

What are you going to do to keep the kids busy on your upcoming road trip? Taking a trip with the family should be a fun time spent together, making memories to last a lifetime.  Sometimes the children (and adults!) need a little entertainment when making a long trek down the highway. Put those digital devices away because your trusted car dealer in Mid-MO is here to share some fun road trip activities the entire family can enjoy.


1. The License Plate Game


As you drive down the road, everyone in the car looks for license plates from different states. The goal is to spot vehicles from all 50 states, although Alaska and Hawaii are rare finds!

2. Tic-Tac-Toe


This classic game will keep 2 members of your road trip entertained for a while. Two players are assigned an X or an O; the two alternate placing their symbol, and then the player with 3 in a row wins. Make a tournament with all passengers or play best of 5 to extend the game.

3. 20 Questions

In the popular road trip game, 20 Questions, the first player mentally chooses an answer; then all participants try to narrow down the answer by asking questions. If the carload gets to the twentieth question without figuring out the answer, the answer is revealed.

4. I Spy


Most people are familiar with I Spy. This is a fun way to get everyone on your road trip involved. The first player starts off with, “I spy with my little eye, something (color/shape)”. The person who spots the correct item wins and is now the one who chooses an object.

5. Hangman


Passengers can play hangman on paper or a small white board. The “Wheel of Fortune” based game gives players a chance to guess the letters that make up the phrase. This is a fun way to test knowledge and pass the time.

6. The Alphabet Game


Similar to I Spy, The Alphabet Game can be played by anyone in the car. Players look for any object outside the vehicle that has letters. The trick to the game is to go in order through the alphabet as you pass signs, buildings, or any object with words. Be warned, this game can be pretty dry if there are few signs along the road you travel.

7. Spot The Car


Another fun twist to I Spy, a player starts the game by selecting a car make and model and everyone tries to spot that type of vehicle. The first person to spot the right car gets to pick the next type to find.

8. The Singing Game


If your group is into music, this is the game for you! When a song comes on and everyone is singing along, randomly mute the radio. The last person still accurately singing the lyrics is the winner.

9. I’m Going on a Picnic


Memory games are a great way to spend time on a road trip. The first participant starts with, “I’m going on a picnic and I’m bringing….(something that starts with an A). The next person will start the phrase over and add an item that starts with the better B. The goal is to continue through the entire alphabet. The player who is stumped when remembering the full list of items to bring on a picnic loses.

Enjoy some of these games on your next road trip with the family. Before you head out, bring your vehicle by Spieler’s Inc. to get checked over to ensure everything is functioning properly. The best car dealer in Mid MO is here to help you make your road trip a success. With safety and entertainment checked off your list, you are ready to roll out on your next adventure with the family!

Proudly Serving the Columbia,
Jefferson City, and California, MO Areas


1109 W. Buchanan St.
California, MO 65018
(888) 455-2107







Visit our website: www.spielersinc.com
Like us on Facebook
Follow us on Twitter
                               Follow us on LinkedIn