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Tips for Stress-Free Summer Travel
Using Technology
- Move to the beat. Make sure each child has his or her own individual CD or DVD player with headphones and individual music and PG-rated movies. Allot a specific time when they are allowed to use the items.
- Charge! Make sure that cell phone batteries are fully charged. Phone chargers that can be plugged into car lighters are also recommended for road tipping.
Stay connected. Keep in touch while on the road. Manage incoming phone calls using hands-free devices such as the Nokia CK-7W Advanced Car Kit, which automatically mutes the radio when a call comes in. With the remote control button, you can accept and reject calls, redial and adjust the volume. - Stay on the straight and narrow. Avoid getting lost while on the road by using a wireless GPS device such as the Nokia LD-1W. It allows you to simply type in the address where you want to go, follow the map on your phone's display and listen to the voice instructions. This GPS system uses Bluetooth technology and lasts up to 18 hours, but it is easily charged using Nokia's standard mobile phone charger.