We’ve rounded up all the info you need to make your flight a stress-free experience. Follow our tips and you’ll be speeding through the airport and having a ball in Colmar before you know it.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The trick to having an awesome flight experience is to pack in advance. So, let’s start with the basics: passport, travel docs, bank cards and important medications. Next, bring items that’ll help keep you busy, like some electronic devices or a juicy novel. It’s also a wise idea to pack your chargers, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of earphones. And of course, be sure to squeeze in toiletry items like a toothbrush, facial wipes and a fresh change of clothes.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- While the list of prohibited items can differ between air carriers, the general guide to follow is nothing sharp, flammable or explosive. This includes things like screwdrivers, knives, aerosol cans and bleaching agents. Sports equipment like ice skates, and objects that could harm other people, such as guns and swords, aren’t allowed in the cabin either.
What to wear on a flight:
- Comfort really should be your number one priority when deciding what to wear on board. Consider your choice of footwear carefully too, as swollen ankles and feet are a common side effect of flying. Roomy, closed-toed shoes work well.
- Most of us have heard about DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clotting condition caused by prolonged periods of sitting. There’s plenty you can do to reduce your risk. Wear a quality pair of compression socks, stay hydrated and keep your legs and feet moving. Do a lap or two of the cabin or try out some exercises in your seat.
