We've got the lowdown on how to make your flight as stress-free as possible. Follow our tips and tricks and you'll be breezing through the airport and exploring Rabien in next to no time.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The secret to having a great flight experience is to pack ahead. Start with the essentials: passport, travel documents, credit cards and daily medications. Next, bring items that'll help keep you busy, like your laptop or a good book. It's also wise to pack your chargers, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of earphones. Last but not least, be sure to pop in toiletries like a toothbrush, cleansing wipes and a clean set of clothes.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- While the list of prohibited items differs between air carriers, the general rule to follow is nothing sharp, flammable or explosive. This includes screwdrivers, pocket knives, fuels and bleaching agents. Sporting equipment like hockey sticks, and items that could harm other people, such as pepper spray and firearms, can't come on board with you either.
What to wear on a flight:
- The main aim is to be as comfortable as possible. Don layers of breathable clothing and don't forget to pack a pullover in case it gets chilly in the cabin. Pick well-fitting, flat shoes as it's possible that your feet and ankles will swell a little during the flight. Leave the stilettos and heavy hiking boots in your luggage.
- The result of lengthy periods of inactivity, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a serious condition that can affect passengers during long-haul flights. The good news is there are proven ways to reduce your risk of developing it. Stay hydrated, walk around the cabin as much as you can and wear compression socks to help improve your circulation.