Wherever you're coming from, flying can be a seamless experience if you've planned ahead. We've put together a list of handy tips and tricks that will help get your Lake Itasca vacation started on the right note.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The trick to having a hassle-free flight experience is to plan ahead. So, let's start with the basics: passport, official ID, cash and medications. Next, take on board items that'll help pass the time, like some electronic devices or a magazine. It's also smart to pack your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of headphones. Last but not least, don't forget to chuck in toiletry items like a toothbrush, lip balm and a spare change of clothes.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Check carefully that you don't have sharp objects (like a knife or scissors) hiding in one of the compartments of your hand luggage. Other banned items include explosive or flammable products, such as fuel and matches, and liquids and gels in containers with a volume of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).
What to wear on a flight:
- The narrow aisles of your plane are not the best place for a fashion parade. Layer yourself up with comfortable clothes and remember to bring a cardigan as it can get quite cool in the cabin on long-haul flights. Closed-toed, flat shoes are always a good choice too.
- Caused by sustained periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot condition that can affect passengers on long-distance flights. But the good news is there are numerous ways to significantly reduce the risk of developing it. Drink plenty of water, wander around the cabin as often as possible and wear compression socks or tights.
