Depending on where you're coming from, your journey to Hampen could be as easy as pie or it could drag on forever. We've pulled together some handy travel tips that will help you start your next big adventure on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The secret to having a stress-free flight experience is to plan ahead. Start with the essentials: passport, travel documents, bank cards and important medications. Next, bring on board items that'll help pass the time, like some electronic devices or a good read. You'll also want to pack your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of noise-canceling headphones. And of course, be sure to pop in toiletries like a toothbrush, facial wipes and a clean set of clothes.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Leave all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hairspray in your checked baggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) won't be allowed on. Pointed or sharp objects, like your trusty Swiss Army knife, and dangerous products which are flammable or explosive, such as flares, chemicals agents and fuels, are also not allowed.
What to wear on a flight:
- The aisles of an aircraft are no fashion runway. Layer yourself up with comfortable clothes and pack a cardigan as it can get chilly inside the cabin during longer flights. Slightly roomy, flat shoes are also a sensible choice.
- Caused by lengthy periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition that can affect passengers during long-haul flights. But the great news is there are numerous ways to significantly reduce the risk of developing it. Keep your fluids up, wander around the cabin whenever possible and wear compression tights or socks.