We've got the lowdown on how to make your journey as stress-free as possible. Follow our tips and tricks and you'll be zooming through airport security and having a ball in Pausa in no time flat. What to pack in your hand luggage:
- A plane ride can be easy if you carry the right gear. First things first, you'll need basic toiletry items, such as deodorant and a toothbrush, a spare set of clothes and a good book. Secondly, make room in your hand luggage for your phone, tablet and chargers, medications and perhaps a blow-up neck pillow too. Lastly, be sure to bring your passport, travel documents and your bank cards.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- While the list of prohibited items differs between airlines, the general guide to follow is nothing flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes screwdrivers, knives, spray paint and fireworks. Sporting equipment like ski poles, and objects that could injure passengers, such as swords and guns, can't come on board with you either.
What to wear on a flight:
- Go for comfort over style. Prepare for changes in temperature by layering up, and wear flat, enclosed shoes like slip-ons.
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a risk on long-haul flights. It's the result of blood clotting due to poor circulation, so do some gentle leg and foot exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression tights or socks.