Top 10 Holiday Road Trip Tips – from Panda Licorice

Nov. 9, 2010 - PRLog -- Thousands of travelers will be hitting the highways this holiday season to visit family and friends. Panda All Natural Licorice – a deliciously sweet and fat-free all-natural treat available in original Black, Raspberry and Cherry flavors – offers up ten quick tips for the perfect family road trip.

1.   Car check. Before heading out, make sure your car is in tip-top shape – gas up, check the tires, oil, windshield wiper blades, etc.    

2.   Leave early. If possible, pack up the car the evening before and avoid traffic by leaving early.

3.   Create a cozy car. To ensure a comfy, relaxing ride for the kids, bring along pillows and cozy fleece blankets for the ride.  

4.   Map it out. Don’t depend solely on GPS, pack maps or printed directions as backup in case the GPS goes on the fritz.

5.   Fun and games. Prepare backpacks for children with travel and handheld video games, iPods, DVDs and players. Don’t forget the chargers and extra batteries, just in case!

6.   Take a break. Make sure you’re aware of rest stops along the way and plan to stop at least every 3 to 4 hours.

7.   Rock out. Music is mandatory for any long drive – pack your family’s favorite CDs or load up your iPod with songs everyone will enjoy.    

8.   Comfy shoes. Both drivers and passengers should wear comfortable footwear – pack slippers for younger passengers to change into.

9.   Protect against wintry weather. When driving in wintry conditions, be sure to pack a small shovel, ice scraper, flashlight, a can of instant tire inflator and a bag of kitty litter to assist with traction.

10.   Pack the snacks. Skip the sugary and salty snacks at roadside rest stops and pack plenty of Panda All Natural Licorice. Fresh, flavorful and guilt-free, Panda Licorice is available in chews and 100-calorie bars perfect for on-the-go snacking.

For more information about Panda Licorice or to see where you can purchase this Finnish treat near you, visit www.internaturalfoods.com or www.worldfiner.com; “like” Panda on Facebook (www.facebook.com/PandaLicoriceUSA); follow Panda on Twitter @PandaLicoriceUS.


About Panda Licorice
Based in Finland, Panda has a long tradition of licorice know-how since it began delighting customers with the sweet in 1927. Since its debut in the U.S. in 1977, Panda still ranks as the first all natural licorice and one of the top selling confectionery products in the natural food industry. Its success within the natural food industry has helped Panda Licorice expand its presence into other retail outlets. Panda All Natural Licorice is distributed by InterNatural Foods, LLC and World Finer Foods. To check availability at a store near you, visit www.internaturalfoods.com or www.worldfiner.com.More information is also available at www.pandalicorice.com. Become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/PandaLicoriceUSA. Follow us on Twitter @PandaLicoriceUS.

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Panda All-Natural Licorice is the fresh, fat-free, soft-eating, premium, guilt-free snack enjoyed by adults and children worldwide. Available in original black, raspberry and cherry. Panda is suitable for vegetarian, vegan, Kosher and Halal diets.