5 TIPS FOR FLYING + 5 TIPS FOR LONG FLIGHTS

Flying is one of the easiest ways to travel and usually the quickest. It can be very uncomfortable, especially if the flight lasts 10+ hours. I decided to share some of my tips on how to make your flight as comfortable as possible.

5 TIPS FOR FLYING

1. Take an empty water bottle with you

As you probably know, you are not allowed to bring liquids through the security check at the airport. You probably need water for your travel and if you don't want to buy overpriced water bottles from the airport, I recommend you to take an empty one from home and just fill in the airport after the security check.

2. Print travel documents

Nowadays most of the documents you need for traveling are online but I suggest that you print the documents. Therefore, if your phone doesn't have battery or it breaks or anything like that, you'll still have the documents with you. These documents should be, for example, passport copy, hotel/hostel information, and flight tickets.

3. Headphones

Headphones are your rescue for boredom. Download some music to your phone and enjoy it while reading, writing, working etc. If you want to sleep during the flight, download slow music to help you relax and fall asleep.

4. Download from Netflix or other

A good way to spend time while flying is catching up on the TV series you've been watching. Or maybe watch a movie you've wanted to see for a long time. Many streaming companies offer to download so you can watch the shows and movies offline.

5. Comfy clothes

Nothing is more annoying than having to sit on a plane for hours with clothes that itch or are otherwise uncomfortable. I use always the same clothes when I fly: a T-shirt, stretching jeans, and a hoodie. T-shirt and hoodie are a good combo since you can wear the hoodie if you get cold but you can also just be with the T-shirt if it's warm enough. Though remember that it's usually pretty cold in airplanes.

5 TIPS FOR LONG FLIGHTS

1.  Planes that ease jet lag

Some flight companies, for example Norwegian, have planes that have windows which darken and lighten to make sleeping easier for you. They change in order to make you switch to the time of the destination. I experienced it when I flew to San Francisco and it really was helpful since the 10 hours time difference is quite a lot.

2. Flight socks

Flight socks increase the circulatory in your feet and make sure that you don't get the embolism. You can also prevent that by walking or just moving your legs from time to time. Flight socks are especially important for elderly people but also younger people are recommended to use them during longer flights.

3. Meals

While flying long distances the food is in a big part. Ensure that the flight company offers a meal. Sometimes you have to pay for it but sometimes it's free. Usually, the payment is high so you might want to consider taking your own food from home.

4. Earplugs and blinkers

These two things are extremely useful when it comes to sleeping on the plane. They protect you from the distractions like a crying baby or too much light. Some flight companies actually offer you these but still, you might want to pack them - just in case.

5. Melatonin

 Melatonin is a hormone that makes it easier for you to fall asleep. It's completely natural and not a sleeping pill. You can buy it from pharmacies. Just take one or two pills before sleeping so you can fall asleep easier.

I hope these tips were helpful to you!

-TH