We’ve rounded up all the info you need to make your flight as pain-free as possible. Follow our insider tips and you’ll be speeding through airport security and enjoying Finke before you know it.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The secret to having a hassle-free flight experience is to pack in advance. So, let’s start with the essentials: passport, boarding pass, credit cards and daily medications. Next, take on board items that’ll help keep you occupied, like your laptop or a magazine. It’s also a wise idea to pack your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of earphones. Finally, don’t forget to chuck in toiletries like a toothbrush, cleansing wipes and a clean T-shirt.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Put all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hairspray in your checked luggage. Any gels or liquids in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) won’t be allowed on. Pointed or sharp objects, like your trusty Swiss Army knife, and products which are explosive or flammable, such as aerosol cans, flares and poisons, are also prohibited.
What to wear on a flight:
- The answer to a comfortable flight is often as simple as your clothing choices. Prepare for changes in temperature by layering up. That way you’ll stay nice and warm if the cabin gets too cold. Shoes like high heels and sandals are best left in your suitcase. Instead, opt for flat, closed-toed footwear like slip-ons. Your feet will appreciate it.
- Caused by sustained periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clotting condition that can affect some passengers on long-distance flights. The good news is there are proven ways to lower your risk of developing it. Stay well hydrated, walk up and down the aisles as often as possible and wear compression tights or socks.