Wherever you're coming from, flying can be a seamless experience if you prepare well enough. Take a peek at these handy travel tips that will get your Boljun escape started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The trick to having a hassle-free flight experience is to pack ahead. So, let's start with the essentials: passport, official ID, credit cards and vital medications. Next, bring on board items that'll help keep you entertained, like your laptop or a magazine. It's also wise to pack your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of earphones. And of course, don't forget to pop in toiletries like a toothbrush, facial wipes and a fresh change of clothes.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- While the list of prohibited items differs between airlines, the general rule of thumb is nothing sharp, flammable or explosive. This includes box cutters, razor blades, aerosol cans and bleaching agents. Sports equipment like bows and arrows, and items that could harm other people, such as swords and guns, can't come on board with you either.
What to wear on a flight:
- The goal here is to make yourself as comfortable as possible. Don layers of natural-fiber clothing and remember to pack a jacket in case it gets chilly in the cabin. Opt for a pair of flat, slightly roomy shoes as it's possible that your feet and ankles will swell during the flight. Leave the stilettos and heavy boots in your main luggage.
- The result of 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 ways to significantly reduce your risk of developing it. Stay hydrated, get up and wander the aisles wherever possible and wear compression tights or socks.