Wherever you’re coming from, flying can be an enjoyable experience if you prepare well enough. We’ve made a list of top travel tips that will get your Port Lincoln holiday started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The trick to having a pain-free travel experience is to plan ahead. So, let’s start with the essentials: passport, travel docs, bank cards and any vital medications. Next, take on board items that’ll help keep you occupied, like some electronic devices or a juicy novel. It’s also smart to pack your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of headphones. 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 banned items differs between airlines, the general guide to follow is avoid carrying anything flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes screwdrivers, drills, fuels and bleaching agents. Sporting equipment like hockey sticks, and objects that could injure passengers, such as pepper spray and guns, won’t be allowed on board either.
What to wear on a flight:
- Comfort should always be your number one priority when choosing what to wear on your flight. Consider your choice of footwear carefully too, as swollen ankles and feet can be a side effect of flying. Slightly roomy, flat shoes are always a sensible way to go.
- A serious condition by the name of DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a risk on long-haul flights. It’s the result of blood clotting due to poor circulation. Doing leg and foot exercises in your seat helps to prevent this from happening. Wearing a pair of compression socks also helps reduce the risk.