If you're not prepared, traveling can be testing. But there's no need to worry. Follow these useful tips for a pain-free start to your time in Meally.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The secret to having a hassle-free flight experience is to be prepared. Start with the essentials: passport, official ID, bank cards and vital medications. Next, bring on board items that'll help keep you busy, like some electronic devices or a good book. You'll also want to bring your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of noise-canceling headphones. Last but not least, be sure to pop in toiletries like a toothbrush, facial wipes and a spare change of clothes.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Squeeze all your full-sized bottles of hair gel and hairspray in your checked luggage. Any liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) won't be allowed on. Sharp or pointed objects, like your beloved Swiss Army knife, and dangerous products which are flammable or explosive, such as flares, bleaching agents and strong acids, are also restricted.
What to wear on a flight:
- Your number one priority is to feel as comfortable as possible. Layer up with loose, natural-fiber clothing and take a jacket just in case you get chilly. Pick a pair of flat, well-fitting shoes as your feet may swell during the flight. Leave the stilettos and heavy boots in your checked luggage.
- Most travelers have heard about deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by prolonged periods of sitting. There are numerous ways to lessen your risk. Wear a quality pair of compression socks or tights, stay well hydrated and remember to keep your legs and feet moving. Do a lap or two of the cabin or try out some exercises in your seat.