Wherever you're jetting in from, flying can be a pleasurable experience if you're well organized. Follow these handy hints that will help get your Chapada Gaucha vacation started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- Air travel can be a cruisy experience if you've got all the right gear. Firstly, you'll need toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a clean pair of socks and a few magazines. Next, find a spot in your bag for your phone and charger, any vital medications and perhaps a quality neck pillow too. Last, but definitely not least, be sure to take your passport, travel docs and some cash.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Leave all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and conditioner in your checked luggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) won't be allowed on. Sharp or pointed objects, like your beloved pocket knife, and dangerous goods which are flammable or explosive, such as spray paint, flares and matches, are also prohibited.
What to wear on a flight:
- Comfort should be your number one priority when picking what to wear on your flight. Consider your footwear carefully too, as swollen ankles and feet are a common occurrence. Flat, slightly roomy shoes work well.
- Unfortunately, a risk of long-distance flying is developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by lengthy periods of inactivity. To prevent this from happening, take every opportunity to wander around the cabin. Compression socks and tights are another simple way to help minimize this risk.