We've pulled together all the info you need to make your flight an enjoyable experience. Follow our tips and tricks and you'll be speeding through the airport and having a ball in Mount Vernon before you know it.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The trick to having a great flight experience is to pack in advance. Start with the essentials: passport, boarding pass, credit cards and any vital medications. Next, bring on board items that'll help while away those hours, like your laptop or a good read. It's also wise to bring your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of earplugs. Finally, be sure to pop in toiletry items like a toothbrush, facial wipes and a spare set of clothes.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- While the list of banned items can differ between air carriers, the general rule of thumb is nothing sharp, flammable or explosive. This includes things like tools, metal cutlery, spray paint and flares. Sports equipment like ice skates, and items that could harm passengers, such as pepper spray and guns, aren't allowed in the cabin either.
What to wear on a flight:
- Your aim here is to make yourself as comfortable as possible. Dress in loose, natural-fiber clothing and pack a cardigan just in case you get chilly. Pick flat, well-fitting shoes as it's possible that your feet and ankles will swell a little during the flight. Leave the high heels and hiking boots in your checked luggage.
- A serious condition known as DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a potential risk on long-haul flights. It's the result of blood clots forming due to inactivity and poor circulation. Walking around the cabin and doing regular leg and foot exercises while seated is a great way to prevent this developing. Wearing a good-quality pair of compression tights or socks can also help.
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