Depending on where you're coming from, your trip to Taylor could be a breeze or it could go on forever. We've put together some tips that will help you start your next great escape on a positive note.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The trick to having a stress-free flight experience is to plan ahead. First up, the essentials: passport, boarding pass, credit cards and any vital medications. Next, bring items that'll help keep you occupied, like some electronic gadgets or a few magazines. It's also smart to pack your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of noise-canceling headphones. And of course, be sure to chuck in toiletry items like a toothbrush, lip balm and a clean T-shirt.
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 avoid carrying anything sharp, flammable or explosive. This includes box cutters, razor blades, spray paint and fireworks. Sports equipment like bows and arrows, and items that could harm other people, such as swords and batons, are also banned from the cabin.
What to wear on a flight:
- The long, narrow aisles of your aircraft are no fashion runway. Wear comfortable clothes and remember to take a cardigan as it can get quite cool inside the cabin during long-haul flights. Enclosed, flat shoes are always a good idea too.
- Unfortunately, one risk of long-distance travel is developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot condition caused by prolonged inactivity. To avoid this, take every opportunity to walk around the cabin and stretch your legs. Compression tights and socks are another great idea to help reduce this risk.