[erinellakal]

I was going to post this in the traveling forum, but thought it might get more traffic in here.

We are going on vacation and driving to Florida from Wisconsin. It will take us about 2 days, with stops and such. We have 3 kids their ages will be 1,3 &5.

I have a whole bin of stuff to keep them busy: dvds, books, other activities.

The part that i am clueless about it what to pack for food in the van. Should i pack a small cooler with milk and things that need to stay cold, or just buy that stuff at gas stations along the way? Please give me some ideas on what to bring and what to buy...thanks!!!

[DivasMomma]

I would pack as much as possible...things will get expensive very quickly if u keep stopping to buy! Lots of little snacks, like crackers, cheese, fruit snacks, etc are great for long trips too. You can pack PB&J and bring the bread along....HTH

[jkl123]

You can also get small cans of Carnation Instant Breakfast - they are like milkshakes to the kids, provides plenty of nutrients for breakfast, and don't haveto be kept cold.

[jmmv08]

Me too, I would pack as much as possible. Buying along the way is more expensive.
Bring lots of needed stuff like bread or crackers, etc. Instant breakfast is a good idea.