The car is all packed, and the family is ready to head out on a vacation. It's a fun time when you can enjoy the company of each other in an area that isn't the house. There are so many things to do and see that you aren't sure you'll be able to get everything in while you're on your vacation. Just when you think everything is going smoothly, something happens that makes you think that the trip is doomed. Fortunately, there are some ways to prevent common catastrophes from happening. 
Ill Feeling
One of the worst things that could go wrong that can make your vacation drag by is when someone gets sick. It could be from eating the wrong kind of food or simply having some kind of stomach virus before you even leave home. At times, children might get sick in the car, and if you have pets, you need to make sure they are comfortable because they can get car sick as well. Keep a few motion sickness pills with you as well as other nausea medications on hand to help with an upset stomach.
Breaking Down
As you're driving along the road, you might hear the clunking sound of something going wrong with the car. There could be a tire going flat or the car overheating while you're on the road. You can use your phone to find a mechanic in the area or pull over and wait for a tow truck that you call. Before leaving home keep a little extra money on hand in the event of a car emergency so that you can get your car fixed.
A Crammed Car
A whole family sharing vehicle space with all of their luggage can make for an uncomfortable ride on a short trip. On a multi-day family vacation with a lot of driving involved, cramped quarters like these can result in tensions running high and joy running low. It could be a good idea to invest in some sort of utility trailer to give you some extra storage space that’s outside of your leg room. There are companies like Hillsboro Industries that carry a variety of different trailers. Working with a similar company could be a good option for finding a trailer that fits your vehicle.
The Hotel Room From Hades
When you walk into your hotel room, you expect that it will be clean with the beds made and the plumbing functional. There are some hotels that advertise more than they offer. If you enter your hotel room and find that it's less than what you expect, then consider complaining and getting another room or leaving to find another hotel.
Stolen Money
Perhaps the worst thing that could happen when you arrive at your destination is to discover that you have no money. It could be because a payment was drafted from your bank account that you forgot about or that someone stole your money when you stopped to get gas or to stretch your legs. You could have someone wire money to you, or you could find a loan company to get a small paycheck loan to take care of the basics while you're on vacation.
A family vacation is often an enjoyable experience. However, there are things that can happen that can make the trip turn south very quickly. Make a list of what could go wrong and ways to deal with those mishaps before leaving home to stay prepared in the car, at the hotel and at various attractions on your trip.
