We've got the lowdown on how to make your flight a stress-free experience. Follow our tips and you'll be hightailing it through airport security and seeing the best of Noyen-sur-Sarthe in no time at all.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 docs, bank cards and medications. Next, bring on board items that'll help keep you entertained, like your laptop or a thrilling novel. You'll also want to bring your chargers, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of earplugs. And of course, don't forget to squeeze in toiletries 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 restricted items can differ between air carriers, the general guide to follow is nothing sharp, flammable or explosive. This includes box cutters, razor blades, fireworks and fuel. Sporting equipment like ice skates, and items that could harm passengers, such as firearms and ammunition, can't come on board with you either.
What to wear on a flight:
- Your goal here is to make yourself as comfortable as you can. Layer yourself up in natural-fiber clothing and bring a pullover in case it gets cold in the cabin. Opt for a pair of well-fitting, flat shoes as your feet may swell during the journey. Leave the stilettos and hiking boots in your main luggage.
- The result of sustained periods of immobility, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a condition that can affect passengers during long flights. The good news is there are proven ways to significantly reduce your risk of developing it. Drink plenty of water, get up and wander the aisles whenever possible and wear compression socks or tights.