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Everything you need ahead of your school holiday road trip

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The Easter school holidays are finally here. For two weeks, there's no need to worry about washing school uniforms, after-school activities, or pick-up and drop-off times. Instead, it's time to plan the road trip that'll keep the whole family entertained.

Avoid the airport chaos and save a bit of cash along the way with these must-have items that will make your journey that little bit easier and as relaxed as possible. 

Buckle up and have a look out for all these!

NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.

Car Cleaning Gel

9PR: Cleaning Gel for Car
(9Product Reviews)
Here for $12.99

This car cleaning gel can get to all the little annoying crumbs and dust lingering around your cup holders, steering wheel, handles and console panels. Our tip: don't leave this one sitting out in your hot car, it will lose its stick. Instead, when not in use, keep it in a dark spot out of the sun.

Waterproof Car Trash Can with Lid

9PR: Waterproof Car Trash Can with Lid
(9Product Reviews)
Here for $15.80

Measuring 25.4cm x 20.3cm x 5.7cm, this car bin is small enough to fit in most cars without cramping the space, but also big enough to hold all the rubbish collected throughout your trip. It has a waterproof liner and includes a front pocket and two side pockets for extra storage.

Portable Mini Electric Coffee Maker

9PR: Tisuokae Mini Electric Coffee Machine
(9Product Reviews)
Here for $42.99

Have yourself a cuppa no matter where in the world you are or how far away the next stop is with this electric portable coffee maker. It has a 160mL water tank and can brew you a nice drink within 30 seconds.

Car Vacuum Cleaner

9PR: 12V Car Vacuum with 5m power cord
(9Product Reviews)
On Amazon for $54.99

If your car is packed with snackers and pickers, there will inevitably be crumbs scattered across the floors and seats. This handheld mini vacuum is perfect for cleaning those little messes. It comes with three different nozzles to reach it all.

Car Backseat Organiser with 11.5-inch Tablet Holder, two pack

9PR: Car Backseat Organiser for Kick Mat with 11.5" Screen Tablet Holder and 19 Storage Pockets
(9Product Reviews)
Here for $24.49

These two backseat organisers can easily strap onto the back of most car seats. It's waterproof, and comes with a tablet holder and 19 additional pockets to store almost anything you come across on your trip.

Waterproof Dog Car Seat Cover

9PR: Dog Car Seat Cover Waterproof Back Seat Protector with Mesh Visual Window Scratchproof Nonslip Hammock for Pets
(9Product Reviews)
Grab yours for $41.99

When we say the whole family, we mean your furry friends too! Keep the back of the car as tidy as possible with this waterproof seat cover, which will protect the seats from muddy paw prints or excessive shedding. It also has two seatbelt openings, meaning the backseat can be shared between the kids and the dog with ease.

Bungee Dog Leads with Car Seat Belt Buckle

9PR: Bungee dog leads for car safety.
(9Product Reviews)
Yours for $25.99

Speaking of the dog, you don't want them traipsing around the car, even if you've covered the seat to the best of your ability. These nifty leashes end with a seatbelt buckle, so the dog can be held in place, avoiding any dangerous movement around the backseat, or disaster in the event of an unexpected stop. It also features a zero-shock design, so your pup can remain happy in the back seat as you trawl through that traffic on the Easter long weekend!

Curious Columbus Interactive Montessori Busy Quiet Book

9PR: Curious Columbus Quiet Book Interactive Fabric Montessori Busy Book
(9Product Reviews)
Buy it here for $47.99

This quiet book has 10 felt and cotton interactive pages that come in a portable book design, and is a great travel toy option for younger kids to keep them busy and occupied on long trips.

IPELY Car Back Seat Headrest Hanger, two pack

9PR: IPELY Universal Car Vehicle Back Seat Headrest Hanger Holder Hook
(9Product Reviews)
Get it here for $9.87

You don't need to pile everything on your lap when there's no more room in the boot. These headrest hangers attach to the seat and can hold bags that weigh up to 8.1kg.

QianBao Car Tissue Holder

9PR: QianBao Car Tissue Holder
(9Product Reviews)
Here for $10.08

You never know when you'll need them, and when you do, there's never any around. Keep the tissues handy and hidden away with this car tissue holder, which easily attaches to the car sun visor.

EasyLunchboxes Bento Snack Boxes, four set

9PR: EasyLunchboxes Bento Snack Boxes Reusable four Compartment Food Containers
(9Product Reviews)
Get it today for $36.08

Driving or watching the world go by as a passenger can make you really hungry. Be ready for any tummy rumblings in the car with these bento snack boxes, each coming with four divided compartments to store a variety of nibbles.

Jisulife Handheld Fan

9PR: JISULIFE Handheld Fan, 4000mAh
(9Product Reviews)
Buy it here for $25.99

If you're in an old-school car, or the air con is busted, you need to stay cool somehow. This Jisulife handheld fan can take the edge off the heat with up to 20 hours of battery life and three-speed settings.

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Allen's Red Frogs Bulk Bag, 1.3kg

Keep your sugar levels up with this huge 1.3kg bulk pack of Allen's Red Frogs.

Starling's Car Trunk Organiser

9PR: Starling's Car Trunk Organizer and Car Boot Storage Bag
(9Product Reviews)
Get it today for $79.95

If packing the boot is always a chore, this trunk organiser will be your lifesaver. It comes with three large compartments to help organise your bags and luggage and has 14 exterior pockets for the smaller items. The bottom board is waterproof, so any accidental leaks won't damage the boot interior, and if you're worried about it moving around as you drive, it also comes with some tie-down straps. 

Dreamer Car Lumbar Support Pillow

9PR: Lumbar Support Pillow for Car
(9Product Reviews)
Get it today for $43.99

This lumbar support pillow will make long-distance driving more comfortable. Not just for the driver either, as it can be fitted to passenger seats too. 

Lenoxx 10-inch Swivel Portable DVD Player

9PR: Lenoxx 10″ Swivel Portable DVD Player
(9Product Reviews)
Get it for $109.95

The screen swivels 180 degrees, so more than one person can watch at a time. It also comes with an SD card slot, AV input and output and earphone jack. It's currently available on Amazon for $109.95.

Thermos Stainless King Vacuum Insulated Flask, 1.2L

Thermos Stainless King Vacuum Insulated Flask, 1.2L
(9Product Reviews)
Get it today for 42% off

If there's no café or drive-thru along the way, you can take your drinks with you and enjoy them as if you had stopped with this Thermos insulated flask. Its vacuum insulation keeps hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold for up to 24 hours. It has a sturdy stainless steel build both inside and out and is on special for $37.95.

Resqme Emergency Keychain Car Escape Tool

9PR: Resqme The Original Emergency Keychain Car Escape Tool, 2-in-1 Seatbelt Cutter and Window Breaker
(9Product Reviews)
Here for $28.81

This is one of those things that you don't know you need until you really need it. While it's unlikely you'll ever need to use it, having an emergency escape tool in your car is a must. This one attaches to your keychain and comes with a seatbelt cutter and window breaker.

Kids Travel Tray

9PR: Kids Travel Tray for Toddler Car Seat
(9Product Reviews)
Buy it here for $46.29

Keep the kids busy without the loud toys and tech with this travel tray. It hangs from the headrest and comes with two storage pockets and a storage box to keep all their play things.

READ MORE: The bulk buys that will save you money on your next household shop

Perytong Wireless Sleep Headphones

9PR: Perytong Wireless Sleep Headphones
(9Product Reviews)
Get it today for $33.99

Tired passengers can drown out those car sing-alongs, and games of "I-Spy" with these sleeping headphones. They can connect to your device via Bluetooth so you can play your own music to relax, or put on some calming sounds so you can drift off to sleep. You can have a very good rest too, as the battery lasts for up to 10 hours.

READ MORE: The very best noise cancelling headphones

Auselect First Aid Kit

9PR: AUSELECT First Aid Kit 130pcs
(9Product Reviews)
Buy it here for $22.99

There's bound to be an accident or two in the car, or at a rest stop, so it's certainly better to be safe than sorry. This first aid kit comes with 130 pieces including gauze swabs, bandages, tweezers, safety pins – pretty much anything you need for those oopsies.

50 Cool Things to Do in a Car Game

9PR: 50 Cool Things to Do in a Car
(9Product Reviews)
Get it here for $18.68

Had enough of the classic car games? Fear not, as this travel game comes with all the fun games you can play on your trip to keep you busy and make the time fly by. 

Romoss 20000mAh Sense 6 Plus Power Bank

9PR: ROMOSS Sense 6 Plus Portable Charger 20000mAh Power Bank
(9Product Reviews)
Currently 28% off on Amazon

Having a power bank handy is always a good idea so you never have to stress about your phone dying while on a road trip again. This Romoss power bank is compatible with both iPhones and Androids and has three inputs and outputs, so multiple people can use it at once. Have all your phones and devices working along the trip, with this Sense 6 Plus now selling for $42.99.

Dofowot Car Centre Console Organiser, two pack

9PR: DOFOWOT Car Center Console Organiser, 2 pack
(9Product Reviews)
Here for $28.88

Fill those annoying gaps between the seats and keep your little bits and bobs all in one place with these centre console organisers

Car air freshener

While it might not be the biggest necessity on the list, having an air freshener plugged in and ready to go will be a nice addition to your trip. Who knows, depending on the company you keep while on the road, it might just be a lifesaver!

Kinder Fluff Car Windshield Sun Shade with Storage Pouch

9PR: Kinder Fluff Car Windshield Sun Shade with Storage Pouch
(9Product Reviews)
Get it here for $20.15

Even with the weather cooling off, bright sunshine will still leave the car stuffy and hot to touch. Having a shade ready to go in the car will keep it as cool as possible when you're parked.

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