We've got the lowdown on how to make your flight as stress-free as possible. Follow our top tips and you'll be breezing through airport security and enjoying Dora Belle in no time.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- A plane trip can be a stress-free experience if you take the right stuff. Firstly, you'll want some basic toiletries, such as lip balm and hand cream, a spare change of clothes and a magazine or two. Secondly, find room in your hand luggage for your mobile phone, a charger, any medications and perhaps a comfy neck pillow too. Lastly, and most importantly, be sure to bring your passport, travel docs and your bank cards.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- While the list of prohibited items differs between airlines, the general guide to follow is nothing flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes knives, scissors, spray paint and fireworks. Sports equipment like baseball bats, and items that could harm other people, such as firearms and ammunition, are also banned from the cabin.
What to wear on a flight:
- Your number one priority is to make yourself as comfortable as possible. Layer yourself up in natural-fiber clothing and don't forget to pack a jacket in case you get cold. Always opt for roomy, flat shoes as it's possible that your feet and ankles will swell during the journey. Leave the high heels and hiking boots in your main luggage.
- Unfortunately, a risk of flying long distances is developing DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clotting condition caused by extended periods of inactivity. To prevent this from happening, make the most of every opportunity to wander around the cabin. Compression socks and tights are another great idea to help reduce this risk.
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