No matter where you're coming from, flying can be a seamless experience if you've prepared well. Take a peek at these top travel tips that will get your Gayan escape started on the right note. What to pack in your hand luggage:
- Flying can be a great experience if you carry the right gear. First of all you'll need toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a fresh set of clothes and a good read. Secondly, find room in your hand luggage for your laptop, a charger, your important medications and maybe a cozy neck pillow as well. Last, but definitely not least, be sure to bring your passport, travel documents and some money.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- While the list of prohibited items differs between airlines, the general guide to follow is nothing flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes things like screwdrivers, pocket knives, spray paint and fireworks. Sporting equipment like golf clubs, and items that could harm other people, such as swords and batons, won't be allowed on board either.
What to wear on a flight:
- The aisles of an airplane are no place for a fashion parade. Dress in comfortable layers and pick shoes that are flat, roomy and easy to slip on and off.
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) can pose a risk on long-haul flights. It's the result of blood clotting due to poor circulation, so do some gentle foot and leg exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression socks.