Partnered Post: Avoid These Common Honeymoon Mishaps from Honeymoon Pixie

Even though you think your honeymoon will be perfect, chances are something, at some point may go wrong. It could be something simple like forgetting the sunscreen in the tropics and leaving your sandals at home. Other problems, like stolen credit cards or a lost passport, are more serious.

Even though you think your honeymoon will be perfect, chances are something, at some point may go wrong. It could be something simple like forgetting the sunscreen in the tropics and leaving your sandals at home. Other problems, like stolen credit cards or a lost passport, are more serious.

Just knowing about common honeymoon mishaps is the start to avoiding them. Here are some of the most common mishaps you may not be able to avoid on your honeymoon:

Lost Passports and Credit Cards

It's vital that before you leave on your honeymoon, you make copies of your passport and credit cards. Copies can be immensely helpful when you need to replace these items. You'll also need to write down the international contact numbers for your credit card company and bank. It’s a good idea to scan these documents and email a copy to yourself. The information can then be retrieved from any computer in an emergency.

If you lose your passport, go to the nearest US Consulate as soon as you can. It's a good idea to write down contact information for the nearest Consulate to where you'll be staying before you leave. You can find this information at http://www.usembassy.state.gov.

If your credit cards are lost or stolen, call your credit card company or bank immediately to suspend use of the cards. It's a good idea to have some backup methods of funding – even a spare credit card stashed in your luggage.

You Miss a Flight or a Connection

Always plan to be at the airport extra early so you're less likely to miss your flight. Sometimes, though, unpreventable circumstances cause you to miss a flight or a connection.

If you miss a flight or connection, don't panic. Instead, talk to your airline's representative as soon as possible. If there is a long line at the counter at the airport, you may get faster service by calling the airline directly on their toll-free number. If it's the airline's fault that your flight was missed, late, or canceled, you'll probably get a hotel voucher, and the airline will likely rearrange your flight plans for free. If you're the one at fault (or if airport traffic causes you to sit on the tarmac and miss a connection), then you may not get these benefits. It's always a good idea to have a little extra in your budget just in case something like this occurs and you have to pay for another plane ticket or an extra night in a hotel.

You Encounter Weather Problems

The best way to mitigate the risk of encountering this honeymoon mishap is to plan your honeymoon for the right month in the right location, so that you miss most of the worst weather in your chosen destination. However, you can never fully predict the weather, and you might just find yourself encountering weather issues on your honeymoon.

It's a good idea to consider travel insurance, which can cover some of your expenses if you run into weather problems. Sometimes, you may even be charged extra if a hurricane lays over your cruise ship in port for another day! Travel insurance and a flexible, adventurous mindset can keep the weather from ruining your honeymoon.

You Get Sick

Honeymooners across the globe have experienced everything including allergies, colds, dysentery, food poisoning, serious illness and injury on their honeymoons. It's frightening to get sick or hurt in a foreign country, especially if you don't speak the local language. It’s always a good idea to be prepared for any scenario. Here’s a list of recommended medical safety precautions that should be followed by anyone who is traveling:

1. Check with your insurance about coverage in foreign hospitals. If you have to go to a hospital, then you don't want to wonder what your insurance coverage will be like. If your health insurance doesn't cover you in a foreign country, you might consider purchasing a health insurance rider for your travel insurance policy.
2. Pack basic medications with you. Packing things like antacids, cold tablets, and motion sickness prevention medication can make minor illnesses less severe. Also, pack a small first aid kit for minor cuts and insect bites.
3. Know which immunizations you need. Sometimes you can't get into a foreign country without certain immunizations, and other times they're only optional. Speak with your doctor or a travel agent about the immunizations you should have for your destination, and get them well before you leave.
4. Wash your hands on a regular basis and use an antibacterial sanitizer when traveling. Avoid touching your eyes and mouth with your hands to minimize the spread of harmful bacteria.
5. Make smart decisions. Drink plenty of water and wear sunscreen in sunny, hot destinations. Be careful about using the local water supply in questionable situations (bottled water is recommended), and use the safety gear required for all your adventurous honeymoon activities.

About the Author: Andrew Marino is the CEO of HoneymoonPixie.com, an industry leader in providing honeymoon gift registries for engaged couples. Couples create their free honeymoon registry website and receive honeymoon planning advice and travel tips. Andrew also serves as a contributing Senior Travel Editor.