19 Things to Do in a Long Car Ride (Boredom Busters for Adults)
Long car rides can be a tedious experience, especially for adults. Here are 19 things to do to keep yourself entertained during a long car ride:
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Listen to music: Make a playlist of your favorite songs or tune in to a music streaming service.
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Play games: Car games like I Spy, 20 Questions, and the License Plate Game can be a fun way to pass the time.
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Read a book: Bring along your favorite book or download an audiobook to listen to during the ride.
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Meditate : Use a meditation app or guide to help you relax and clear your mind.
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Do some stretching: Take breaks to stretch your legs and do some simple stretches in the car.
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Write in a journal: Record your thoughts and experiences during the car ride.
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Watch a movie: Download movies or TV shows to watch on your phone or tablet.
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Solve puzzles: Bring a crossword or Sudoku puzzle book or use an app to solve puzzles.
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Take photos: Capture the scenery and interesting things you see along the way.
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Plan your trip : Use the car ride to plan your itinerary, research attractions and restaurants, and make reservations.
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Practice a language: Use language learning apps or CDs to practice a new language.
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Play cards: Bring a deck of cards and play games like solitaire or poker.
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Take a nap: Catch up on sleep during the car ride.
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Listen to podcasts: Download and listen to podcasts on topics that interest you.
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Organize your digital files: Use the car ride to clean up your phone or laptop files.
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Do some art: Bring along a sketchbook or coloring book and pencils or markers to do some drawing or coloring.
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Have a conversation: Have meaningful conversations with your travel companions or call someone on the phone to catch up.
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Learn something new: Use the car ride to learn about a topic you've always been interested in through online courses or TED Talks.
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Eat snacks: Bring along your favorite snacks to munch on during the car ride.