Depending on where you're coming from, your trip to Petty France could be completely painless or it could drag on forever. We've pulled together some useful tips that will help you start your next great escape on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- A plane trip can be a cruisy experience if you've got all the right things. First of all you'll need basic toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a clean pair of socks and a good book. Secondly, leave space in your bag for your laptop, a charger, your important medications and maybe a cozy neck pillow too. Lastly, and most importantly, be sure to take your passport, travel documents and your bank cards.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Make sure you don't have sharp objects (like a knife or scissors) hiding in your carry-on luggage. Other banned items include flammable or explosive goods, such as aerosol cans and fuel, and gels and liquids in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).
What to wear on a flight:
- The long, narrow aisles of an airplane are no fashion runway. Layer up with comfortable clothing and pack a sweater as the temperature can drop inside the cabin on long-haul flights. Flat, slightly roomy shoes are also a wise idea.
- A condition known as DVT (deep vein thrombosis) can pose a risk on long-distance flights. It results from blood clots forming due to poor circulation. Doing regular foot and leg exercises while seated is a great way to prevent this developing. Wearing a good pair of compression socks can also help.