Tips To Survive Long Haul Flights

All excited about your next trip? Can’t wait to get there? What if we told you that you’ll take 24 hours by flight to get there? Still excited? Long-haul flights can be a mood dampener before traveling to your favorite destination. Don’t worry, here’s how to stay fresh and make your journey just as exciting as the destination:

Forget chic. Get the right fit. 

Yes, it’s good to be stylish but when you are taking those long flights, you’ll have to think of comfort rather than style. Choose apparel that is easy on your skin and allow you to breathe easy. Always carry a jacket or something warm in that hand baggage as it can get pretty nippy in the cabin at 35000+ feet above sea level. Our pick – a pair of track pants, hoodies and flip-flops is just about right for those long flights.

Bring in your gadget gear 

Make sure you have downloaded your favorite Netflix series or movies on a laptop, tablet or smartphone before you step into that flight. Plus, carry noise-canceling headphones, which will keep those interrupting flight announcements or the sound of buzzing kids at bay. Carry soft and soulful music to keep you relaxed during the flight.

Eat. Sleep. Relax. Repeat

Sometimes, those flight meals aren’t enough to satiate your hunger. Therefore, carry some light bites or snacks to keep you replenished with nutrients. Stay hydrated with plenty of water and fluids to keep you fresh and alert. Take a nap as you don’t want to look or feel like a zombie when you land. Another important tip, take a break after every 3 to 4 hours. You can do that by getting up from your seat and walking down the aisle to improve blood circulation. In fact, frequent flyers run the risk of deep vein thrombosis or blood clots in the vein.

Find the right seat

For those looking to stretch their legs, opt for the exit rows. Others who are looking to crash for a long time should choose a window seat as you can lean against the window with your U-shaped pillows. People who like to move around every few hours should choose the Aisle seat so that they can get up and take a walk to improve blood circulation. Choose the kind of traveler you are and select a seat.

Show some social skills 

If you like striking conversations, this is the right moment. In a world where social media has taken center stage, it’s time for you to show some social networking skills and make new friends and connections offline. In this process, time will fly and before you know it, you would have reached your destination. Just a word of caution: don’t come across as some desperate creep nor force your ideas. Just go with the flow.

Ready for your flight?   

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Andy Mathur

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