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resources<br />
Local newspapers and websites can help you find information<br />
about upcoming events in a specific area. You<br />
might be able to catch a movie, a concert or even a professional<br />
sporting event nearby. Numerous websites allow<br />
users to resell tickets they aren’t using, often at considerable<br />
discounts.<br />
Some communities have orchestras or theater groups<br />
that provide live entertainment at a reasonable cost. Many<br />
have “community announcement” sections on web pages<br />
or digital editions of newspapers.<br />
Want to get out of the truck to sleep and shower? Those<br />
options have grown as well. There are apps that help locate<br />
available rooms, provide information and even arrange payment.<br />
These days, however, there are other options, such as<br />
“bed and breakfast” offerings and rental of rooms or whole<br />
houses through services like Air BnB and Vrbo.<br />
Campgrounds are another option. Some will allow drivers<br />
to use their truck as a camper; some provide cabins<br />
or lodges. Campgrounds can be part of state or national<br />
parks or privately owned. Most provide electricity and<br />
water, and many have bathhouses and laundry facilities.<br />
Some provide rental of boats, bicycles and other items to<br />
fill your recreational desires. “Glamping” businesses take<br />
camping further, providing tents, cabins, teepees or yurts<br />
for a unique lodging experience.<br />
If you’re looking for a break from truck stop food (or<br />
perhaps your own cooking), there are apps that let you<br />
view the restaurants in the area, peruse the menu and even<br />
make reservations. Many also provide user reviews so you<br />
can consider the experiences of others before making your<br />
decision.<br />
A common issue among drivers who want to explore an<br />
area simply not knowing what’s there. Luckily, technology<br />
can help. Simple internet searches can reveal area attractions,<br />
and mapping websites often note hotels, restaurants<br />
and attractions. Specialized apps for your phone can help,<br />
too. Look for tourism apps in the Apple or Google Play<br />
stores, and select some that meet your needs. One app,<br />
Roadtrippers, shows local attractions and can be used to<br />
plan a trip. Also, the Air BnB app offers more than lodging.<br />
Users can book local tours or even classes and workshops.<br />
An app called Viator lets the user create tours and itineraries.<br />
There are many apps that can help you decide what to<br />
see, provide information about hours and amenities, and allow<br />
you to reserve a space in tours or other activities.<br />
Often, employees at local truck stops or restaurants can<br />
tell you what’s nearby and where they enjoy spending<br />
their own time away from work. Sometimes, just jumping<br />
into a rental car and driving around the area can be a relaxing<br />
way of discovering attractions on your own.<br />
While it’s true that there are many locations you can’t<br />
get to in your truck, with a little planning and the help<br />
of technology you can make down time a relaxing and<br />
rewarding experience.<br />
10 the trucker jobs magazine | APRIL 2023 www.TheTrucker.com/Jobs
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