No matter where you're coming from, flying can be a seamless experience if you're well prepared. We've put together a list of handy hints that will help get your Keppetipola vacation started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The trick to having a pain-free travel experience is to plan ahead. Start with the essentials: passport, official ID, cash and daily medications. Next, take on board items that'll help keep you entertained, like your laptop or a few magazines. You'll also want to pack your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of earplugs. Last but not least, don't forget to toss in toiletry items like a toothbrush, cleansing wipes and a clean T-shirt.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Make sure you don't have a sharp object lurking in your hand luggage. Other banned items include explosive or flammable substances, such as bleach and fuel, and gels and liquids in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).
What to wear on a flight:
- The aisles of your airplane are not the place for a fashion parade. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a sweater as it tends to get cool in the cabin on long-haul flights. Flat, slightly roomy shoes are also a sensible choice.
- Unfortunately, one risk of long-distance travel is developing DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clotting condition caused by prolonged periods of inactivity. To avoid this, make the most of every opportunity to walk around the cabin and stretch your legs. Compression socks and tights are another great idea to help reduce this risk.