Wherever you're jetting in from, flying can be a pleasant experience if you prepare well enough. We've put together a list of essential travel tips that will help get your Hope vacation started on the right foot. What to pack in your hand luggage:
- First of all, pack your passport, travel docs, cash and daily medications. Next, you'll need some entertainment to help pass the time. A juicy book and a laptop crammed with your favorite shows are some great options. If you intend to take a short snooze, a comfy neck pillow and some earplugs will also come in handy. Finally, leave space for a toothbrush and some cleansing wipes to ensure you arrive at your destination feeling fresh and raring to go.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- While the list of banned items can differ between air carriers, the general guide to follow is avoid carrying anything sharp, flammable or explosive. This includes things like box cutters, razor blades, spray paint and flares. Sporting equipment like ski poles, and objects that could harm passengers, such as swords and batons, can't come on board with you either.
What to wear on a flight:
- Your main aim is to be as comfortable as you can. Choose a pair of flat, closed-toe shoes, dress in loose, natural fibers and remember to take a jacket in case you get chilly in the cabin.
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) can pose a risk on long-distance flights. It's the result of blood clots forming due to inactivity and poor circulation, so do some gentle foot and leg exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression tights or socks.