If you’re poorly prepared, airports and flying can be testing. But there’s no need to hit the panic button just yet. Follow these helpful hints and enjoy a worry-free start to your getaway in Yokohama.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- A plane ride can be a great experience if you bring the right stuff. First of all you’ll need basic toiletry items, such as a toothbrush and hairbrush, a fresh change of clothes and a magazine or two. Next, leave space in your carry-on bag for your electronic devices, chargers, medications and maybe a neck pillow too. Lastly, and most importantly, be sure to bring your passport, travel docs and some money.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Check carefully that you don’t have a pocket knife lurking in the bottom of your hand luggage. Other prohibited items include flammable or explosive products, like aerosols and matches, and liquids and gels in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).
What to wear on a flight:
- Comfort should be your highest priority when deciding what to wear on board. Consider your footwear carefully too, as swollen ankles and feet are a common side effect of flying. Roomy, closed-toed shoes are always a sensible way to go.
- Caused by sustained periods of immobility, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition that can affect some passengers during long flights. The good news is there are numerous ways to reduce the risk of developing it. Stay hydrated, get up and wander the aisles whenever possible and wear compression socks to help improve your circulation.