Holiday Travel Tips

Even though you may live in chilly Detroit, you are still going to have to deal with weather and crowds when traveling home for the holidays. Whether you are traveling for a holiday cruise, exotic vacation, or flying home from Detroit Metro Airport for family festivities, it is important to remember that millions of other Americans are going to be doing the same exact thing this winter! In addition, it always seems that poor weather conditions show up around holiday travel time! What luck.

Don't let long car rides, cramped airplanes, invasive security, or bad weather get you down; You are going on a relaxing cruise or traveling to visit your beloved family back home! Regardless of your plans, you will be thankful for our winter holiday travel tips:

1. Plan ahead and do your research. Driving to your destination? Research alternate travel routes ahead of time in case major traffic blocks the interstate. Depending on where you are driving from, you may be able to find some fun mini-destinations such as National Parks to visit on your way! Flying? Make sure you check your airlines baggage restrictions ahead of time to avoid stress on the day of your flight.
2. Pack accordingly. Packing light during winter travel is always suggested. If you can get away with just a carry on, that would be even better! This way, you won't have to worry about your luggage getting lost in transit. If you do check your bags, make sure that you pack at least two pairs of extra clothes, your phone charger, and whatever necessities you may need in your carry on just in case. 
3. Pack earplugs. Sure popping in headphones and listening to music is often a great way to zone out at a busy airport or loud car ride, but sometimes a person just needs silence! These little lifesavers can also ensure you get a few hours of shuteye before arriving at your destination.
4. Reserve your parking in advance. Since you and millions of people will be traveling this winter season, it is important to reserve your Qwik Park Detroit Airport Parking in advance! Reserving ahead will often save you money, and certainly saves you the stress of searching for a spot last minute.
5. Travel early or late in the day. Do you really want to beat the rush? Traveling during hours when most people want to be asleep can save you a whole lot of hassle since the roads will be less busy and the airports less crowded. 
6. Eat well and stay hydrated. This may seem like a simple tip, but it is often overlooked, as travelers rush to pack the car, struggle to read the GPS or fight with TSA about their luggage. Drinking water and eating regularly timed meals and snacks will make you feel oh so much better when you arrive at your final destination. 

Parking at Detroit Metro Airport

Leaving your car at Qwik Park is speedy, simple, and safe! With over 5000 safe and secure parking spaces, Qwik Park prides itself on being one of the major parking companies serving the Detroit Metro Airport around the clock.

No more worrying if you will get to your flight on time, break the bank on Detroit Airport parking, of if your car will be safe during your travels. You get all of this and more when you leave your car in the seasoned care of the Qwik Park staff!

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Indeed, Airport parking CAN be a hassle-free experience when you park with Qwik Park! Reserve online today and save.

Ice Cream in Detroit

Summer is the perfect excuse to eat ice cream, especially if you live up north! Soon, the warm, longer days of summer will have turned into chilly winter days. Celebrate long nights and sunny days by eating everyone’s favorite summer treat! Sure, you could hit up the local grocery store for a pint, but this year, we are challenging you to think local! Here are some of our local Detroit ice cream suggestions:

ü  Treat Dreams. Ice cream pretty much is a dreamy treat, especially when it is churned on premises! Treat Dreams prides itself in concocting dairy creations that are new to everyone. Invented ice cream flavors include “maple bacon” and “mac and cheese.”

ü  Calder Dairy. Tired of eating all of the unhealthy pesticides and preservatives in “grocery store” ice cream? Calder Dairy ice cream is made with milk from its own heard of cows! If that isn't cool enough, you can have the ice cream delivered straight to your door from an old fashioned milk truck! How much “cooler” does it get?!

ü  Crooked Creek Farm Dairy. Another local staple that doesn’t include steroids, people travel from miles around to come to Crooked Creek! With over 16 flavors in-store at any time, Crooked Creek is totally worth the extra drive from Detroit.

ü  Mootown Ice Cream and Dessert Shoppe. Situated right in Detroit, Mootown is a deliciously cute ice cream parlor. Not only can you purchase huge ice cream cones, you can catch a bite to eat as well!

Whether you are flying in or out of Detroit Metro Airport, there is always enough time to catch a sweet bite to eat before leaving your car with Qwik Park!