Road trips are some of my favorite memories, whether it be with family going on vacation or friends to explore a new city. It's guaranteed to be an adventure you will never forget. Once you figure out all the basis, like where you are going, who is coming, and when you are leaving, it's time to pack. Remember all of these items to ensure you have the best trip possible!

1. Sweet Jams

Music is arguably the most important part of the trip. It has the ability to make or break a trip. Singing at the top of your lungs to classics with your besties is something you will never forget. In order to do this though, you need to plan ahead. Apps like Pandora are great, but require data while streaming, so opt for Spotify or Apple Music where you can download playlists and use them offline.

2. Snacks

Another very important part of the quintessential road trip. There is a fine line here, though. You don't want nothing in your car because then you will have to stop more often, but you also don't want so much junk food that you feel sick the next day. Trail mix, sunflower seeds, and maybe something sweet are good basics to stick to.

3. Caffeine

You think you won't get tired, but something about being in a car for an extended period of time exhausts you. Plan to settle, there won't be a Starbucks on every corner. Several fast food restaurants have good coffee when you stop to get food and caffeine all at once.

4. Entertainment

You would also be surprised how quickly the excitement of a road trip can wear off, especially if you get caught in traffic. If you're a passenger, download a few movies or tv shows to pass some time. To keep everyone, including the driver entertained, get a few stand up specials, they have plenty on Spotify!

5. Back up Plans

Sometimes things go wrong. It might be as simple having to stop earlier than you expected for gas, but that's a relatively easy fix. Or maybe you're driving in Canada and a section of the highway is closed and the GPS just keeps telling you to make a U-turn to get back on the highway (...hypothetically of course). In that situation, either stop and ask for directions or follow the cars in front of you and hope that they are going the same direction (they were, thankfully).

Just remember to make the trip as fun as the destination! If you're driving right by Niagara, it's worth it to stop for 15 minutes and admire the view.