Calling all travel-savvy parents! Planning a trip with your little ones and dreading the inevitable “Mommy, I’m bored!”? Traveling with kids can be a wild adventure - equal parts excitement and chaos. But those long hours in airports, on planes, or during road trips can turn even the most patient little travelers into restless balls of energy. Fear not! We’ve got you covered with some travel games that will help the miles fly by!
From packing smart to keeping everyone entertained, a few clever tricks can make all the difference! In this post, we’re diving into the best activities to keep boredom at bay. So, whether you’re heading out on a road trip or catching a flight, pack your Roll Rider scooter suitcase, grab some snacks, and get rolling.
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I Spy: A classic game where one person says, "I spy with my little eye, something that is (color or starts with a certain letter)" and the others guess what it is.
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20 Questions: One player thinks of an object, and the other players have up to 20 questions to guess what it is. The questions must be yes or no.
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The Alphabet Game: Players take turns finding items outside the car that start with each letter of the alphabet, going from A to Z.
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License Plate Game: Keep track of different state license plates you see during your trip. You can create a checklist and see who spots the most. You can also play with the nationalities of the people you meet!
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Travel Bingo: Create bingo cards with items commonly seen on road trips (e.g., cows, stop signs, road signs). Players mark off items as they see them.
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Would You Rather: Take turns asking "Would you rather" questions that present two choices. It's a fun way to spark conversations.
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Story Building: One person starts a story with a sentence, and then everyone takes turns adding a sentence to build the story together.
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Memory Game: The first player starts by saying, "I’m going on a trip and I’m bringing..." followed by an item. Each subsequent player repeats the previous items and adds one.
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Sing-Along: Create a playlist of family favorite songs and have a sing-along. You can even turn it into a karaoke session.
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Guess That Song: Play the first few seconds of a song and see who can guess the title first.
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Favorites: Go around in a circle naming favorite parts of a trip or lists of places you’ve been, animals you’ve seen, or people you’ve met. Can’t think of an answer? You’re out!
Pro-tip: Equip your kids with a fun and practical scooter suitcase, turning long airport waits into playtime.
For more family travel tips and hacks, check out these resources:
Family Travel: Practical Tips And Hacks 2025
Genius Road Trip Hacks for Kids
26 Genius Air Travel Hacks Every Parent Needs to Know
Flying With Kids 2024 | The Secret To A Successful Flight
Safe travels!
