Wherever you're jetting in from, flying can be an enjoyable experience if you prepare well enough. Check out these top travel tips that will help get your McLean holiday started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The secret to having a stress-free travel experience is to plan ahead. So, let's start with the basics: passport, official ID, credit cards and daily medications. Next, bring on board items that'll help keep you occupied, like your laptop or a good book. It's also a wise idea to bring your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of noise-cancelling headphones. Last but not least, be sure to squeeze in toiletries like a toothbrush, deodorant and a fresh set of clothes.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Leave all your full-sized bottles of hair gel and hairspray in your checked baggage. 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 Swiss Army knife, and dangerous goods which are explosive or flammable, such as flares, chemicals agents and matches, are also restricted.
What to wear on a flight:
- Your aim here is to make yourself as comfortable as possible. Dress in loose, natural fibers and take a sweater in case it gets chilly in the cabin. Opt for well-fitting, flat shoes as your feet may swell during the journey. Leave the high heels and heavy hiking boots in your main luggage.
- The result of lengthy periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot condition that can affect passengers on long-haul flights. But the good news is there are numerous ways to lower your risk of developing it. Keep your fluids up, walk up and down the aisles as often as possible and wear compression socks to help improve your circulation.