If you're poorly prepared, air travel can be testing. But there's no need to hit the panic button just yet. Follow these useful tips and enjoy a trouble-free start to your getaway in Acatlán.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- A plane ride can be a cruisy experience if you pack the right stuff. Firstly, you'll need basic toiletry items, such as deodorant, toothpaste and a toothbrush, a spare change of clothes and a good read. Next, find a spot in your carry-on bag for your electronic gadgets, chargers, any vital medications and perhaps a comfy neck pillow too. Last, but definitely not least, remember to take your passport, travel documents and your bank cards.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Squeeze all your full-sized bottles of hair gel and hairspray in your checked baggage. Any gels or liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated. Sharp or pointed objects, like your beloved Swiss Army knife, and dangerous products which are explosive or flammable, such as aerosols and strong acids, are also not allowed.
What to wear on a flight:
- Your aim here is to make yourself as comfortable as you can. Layer yourself up in natural fibers and bring a sweater just in case you get cold. Always go with roomy, flat shoes as your feet may swell a little during the journey. Leave the stilettos and hiking boots in your main luggage.
- The result of lengthy periods of inactivity, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a serious condition that can affect some passengers on long-distance flights. The good news is there are proven ways to significantly reduce the risk of developing it. Drink plenty of water, wander around the cabin as much as possible and wear compression tights or socks.