All that traffic (plus your family crammed into a car together for 8-plus hours) can mean a stressful experience – and stress is one of the leading headache triggers.
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And while the open road can be a great opportunity to relax and spend time with family, driving long distances can be very hard on your body. Long periods of sitting can quickly take a toll on your spine and lead to miserable back pain. This brings the question: how can I avoid back pain after a road trip?
For travelers crossing =3 time zones, especially if they are on a long-haul flight, symptoms (e.g., tiredness) are likely due to fatigue rather than jet lag, and symptoms should abate 1–3 days post-flight.
Kirkpatrick said driving also offers a different kind of trip than flying, with opportunities to stop and sightsee on the way, play games in the car and build more bonding time for families. I think that (road trips) are an interesting way to travel regardless of if you're trying to save money or not, she said.
It may become harder to get to sleep, especially if you're lying in bed worrying about your upcoming travel. Other physical symptoms may include stomach upset, muscle tension or headaches. Some people who are anxious will lose their appetite, whereas others will stress eat.