No matter where you're coming from, flying can be a pleasant experience if you're well organized. We've compiled a list of handy travel tips that will help get your Castelnau-d'Auzan vacation started on the right note.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The secret to having an awesome flight experience is to pack in advance. So, let's start with the essentials: passport, travel docs, bank cards and any vital medications. Next, bring items that'll help pass the time, like some electronic gadgets or a good book. It's also wise to bring your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of noise-canceling headphones. Finally, don't forget to chuck in toiletry items like a toothbrush, facial wipes and a fresh change of clothes.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Double-check that you don't have a pocket knife lurking in the bottom of your carry-on luggage. Other prohibited items include flammable or explosive products, such as fuel and fireworks, and gels and liquids in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).
What to wear on a flight:
- Your aim here is to make yourself as comfortable as you can. Layer up with loose, natural fibers and pack a cardigan just in case you get cold. Opt for flat, well-fitting shoes as your feet may swell a little during the flight. Leave the stilettos and heavy hiking boots in your luggage.
- Caused by sustained periods of inactivity, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a blood clotting condition that can affect some passengers on long-haul flights. But the good news is there are proven ways to reduce the risk of developing it. Drink plenty of water, walk around the cabin wherever possible and wear compression socks to help improve your circulation.