No matter where you're coming from, flying can be a pleasant experience if you've planned ahead. We've put together a list of handy travel tips that will get your Saint-Alphonse vacation started on the right note.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- A plane ride can be a cruisy experience if you bring the right gear. First of all you'll need toiletry items, such as toothpaste, a toothbrush and some deodorant, a fresh set of clothes and a few magazines. Next, find room in your bag for your mobile phone, a charger, any vital medications and perhaps a cozy neck pillow as well. Lastly, and most importantly, remember to bring your passport, travel documents and some money.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Make sure you don't have a sharp object lurking in the bottom of your carry-on luggage. Other banned items include explosive or flammable products, such as aerosol cans and bleach, and liquids and gels in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).
What to wear on a flight:
- Your number one priority is to be as comfortable as you can. Layer up with loose, natural-fiber clothing and pack a jacket just in case you get cold. Opt for well-fitting, flat shoes as your feet may swell during the flight. Leave the high heels and heavy boots in your main luggage.
- The result of sustained periods of immobility, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clotting condition that can affect some passengers on long-distance flights. But the good news is there are proven ways to lower your risk of developing it. Stay hydrated, wander through the cabin as often as possible and wear compression socks to help improve your circulation.