Wherever you're jetting in from, flying can be an enjoyable experience if you prepare well enough. We've put together a list of essential travel tips that will get your Island Heights vacation started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- It's simple — first, pack in your passport, important documents, wallet and medications. Next, you'll want some entertainment to while away the time. A thrilling book and a laptop filled with your favorite shows are some great options. If you intend to take a quick nap, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of noise-canceling headphones will also come in handy. Finally, make room for a toothbrush and some cleansing wipes so you'll touchdown looking 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 tools, metal cutlery, fuels and bleaching agents. Sports equipment like baseball bats, and items that could injure passengers, such as pepper spray and guns, are also banned from the cabin.
What to wear on a flight:
- The aisles of your airplane are not the best place for a fashion parade. Layer yourself up with comfortable clothes and pack a cardigan as it can get chilly inside the cabin during longer flights. Enclosed, flat shoes are also a good idea.
- The result of sustained periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition that can affect some passengers during long flights. But the great news is there are numerous ways to reduce your risk of developing it. Keep your fluids up, get up and walk around the cabin whenever possible and wear compression tights or socks.