Tips to make air travel a long flight more enjoyable
The days of free meals, free blankets and also on the allocation of free tickets are long gone. As airlines do everything possible to reduce costs, and Homeland Security introduced new security measures that are even more annoying for passengers using the flight becomes more difficult all the time.
Many airlines have reduced the number of aircraft in their fleet so that flights are packed. There are new restrictions on when you can get up, where you can put your hand luggage, and when you can read your magazine.
But there are some things you can do to minimize the discomfort of air travel today. Here is our list of tips to make a long-haul flight less painful:
1) Take a non-stop flight. Depending on the destination, it will not always be possible. But if a non-stop flight is a chance, take it. You will spend the least time in the air. You can eliminate the risk of losing the connection. And your bags are much more likely to come with you.
2) Take a morning flight. As the day progresses, delays ranging from mild to severe. What begins as a delay of 30 minutes to 8 may be a delay of three hours in the afternoon.
3) Flight on a big plane. Aircraft wings, AKA local large, are much larger aircraft with a corridor. In general, there is more space. And there are places available Lane. Check a site like Trip seatexpert.com seatguru.com or to find a seating plan for the flight. You can travel in business class, looking for a configuration of 4-2 with two seats. Nab one of the sides in two places and you’ll be very comfortable. But even if you’re in the middle section, you can usually get out without disturbing anyone, but your partner.
4) Make sure the connection makes sense. Usually, there are many cities you can connect through your trip from A to B. Do not assume that all are equal. A link city is in the opposite direction of your destination city just add a lot of flight time for your trip. And if you can avoid it, do not fly in a city known for the weather and traffic delays – winter in Chicago or JFK any time.
5) Carry your bag. Today, it is really useful for traveling light. Not only to avoid the cost and hassle of baggage checks, have you eliminated the risk of losing your luggage. Check website for airline baggage size – bags that are sold here as hand luggage are really good too. And take as little as you need to feel comfortable and attractive.
6) Divide the clothing between the two exchanges. You can minimize the discomfort of a lost bag if you and your traveling companion, is to put “clothes in a bag of others. Have clothes to wear until the stock market is making it much less of an ordeal.
7) Stylish clothes. It is difficult to say what the weather will be like on your flight, so be prepared for anything to die from hot to cold Arctic to the Sahara. There is nothing worse than being too hot or too cold for hours. And now that the airlines do not cover, is even more important to be ready for anything. Wear layers so you can add or submission, depending on temperature.
Eat healthy. As tempting as it may be to start your holiday early with a big fat plate of nachos the night before the flight, are not. Avoid spicy foods high in fat, but you can usually digest anything.
9) Wear something comfortable. Elastic and assembly are fundamental dissolved. And choose something that does not comply – or will be good if it were unleashed. Good walking shoes are a must, especially if you walk from Terminal 1 to Terminal 31. In addition, if you do, you will not have to pack them.
10) Take something to eat. When airlines serve food, it is very rich in sodium or not very good, or both. Make a sandwich the night before, pop in the freezer and take them with you to get on your flight.
10) Bring water on your flight. Do not rely on flight attendants to maintain a constant flow of H2O. Bring and drink plenty of fluids to counteract the dehydrating effect of the flight.
11) Stretch and breathe. Exercise is important to stay healthy and feel good during – and after – the flight. Stretch your legs every two hours if you let the flight attendants. If you can, do stretching exercises and deep breathing in your home.
12) Sleep as possible. Avoid alcohol and caffeine, eat dinner, and then turn to night. Use an eye mask, earplugs, neck and a pillow to make it as comfortable as possible. Think about what you are looking forward to your destination, and let go. If you’re lucky, you wake up when the captain announces the final approach.