We’ve rounded up all the info you need to make your flight an enjoyable experience. Follow our tips and you’ll be zooming through the airport and enjoying Tias in no time at all.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The trick to having a great flight experience is to pack ahead. Start with the essentials: passport, travel documents, bank cards and vital medications. Next, take on board items that’ll help keep you occupied, like some electronic devices or a magazine. You’ll also want to pack your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of earphones. Last but not least, be sure to squeeze in toiletries like a toothbrush, cleansing wipes and a spare set of clothes.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Put all your full-sized bottles of hair gel and hairspray in your checked luggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated by security. Sharp objects, like your pocket knife, and dangerous goods which are flammable or explosive, such as flares, bleaching agents and matches, are also restricted.
What to wear on a flight:
- The key to a comfortable flight can be as simple as your choice of clothes. Prepare yourself for varying temperatures by bringing layers. This will keep you nice and warm if the cabin starts to cool down. Shoes like flip flops and heels are best left in your checked suitcase. Even though they may be your favorites, opt for flat, closed-toed footwear like sneakers. Your feet will thank you for it.
- Caused by sustained periods of immobility, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a blood clot condition that can affect passengers during long-haul flights. But the good news is there are ways to lower your risk of developing it. Drink plenty of water, get up and walk around the cabin as often as possible and wear compression tights or socks.