We've rounded up all the info you need to make your journey as pain-free as possible. Follow our top tips and you'll be cruising through airport security and having a ball in Armidale in no time at all. What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The trick to having a worry-free flight experience is to be prepared. First up, the essentials: passport, official ID, bank cards and vital medications. Next, take on board items that'll help keep you entertained, like your laptop or a good book. It's also a wise idea to pack your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of earphones. Finally, be sure to toss in toiletries like a toothbrush, lip balm and a clean set of clothes.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Leave all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and conditioner in your checked luggage. Any gels or liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) won't be allowed on. Sharp objects, like your Swiss Army knife, and products which are flammable or explosive, such as aerosol cans, spray paint and fireworks, are also banned.
What to wear on a flight:
- Your main priority is to be as comfortable as you can. Go for slip-on footwear, dress in loose, breathable clothing and don't forget to take a pullover in case it gets cold in the cabin.
- The result of lengthy periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clotting condition that can affect passengers on long-haul flights. Reduce the risks by drinking water, keeping your legs and feet moving and wearing compression socks to help your circulation.