Things desirable
Use alcohol responsibly
Blow up bed: The time it takes to blow up and the space it takes in the car makes this mostly desirable for week-long trips.
Anyone can manage on a Thermarest self-inflating mattress for a couple of nights. Children don’t need blow up beds at all and seem happy on a sheepskin rug and self-inflating mattress.
Hot chocolate: As night deepens, the effort involved will ensure this is the best hot chocolate ever, so don’t skimp on the cocoa. Melt real chocolate drops in the milk for added pleasure.
Booze: Drinks that do not require ice or mixers other than water, such as whisky or red wine. Matthew insists on maximum effect, minimum liquid as the trip to the toilet is further than the short hop across the landing.
