Wherever you're coming from, flying can be a pleasant experience if you're well organised. We've compiled a list of handy hints that will help get your Kairakau escape started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The trick to having a worry-free flight experience is to pack in advance. So, let's start with the essentials: passport, official ID, credit cards and vital medications. Next, bring items that'll help while away those hours, like your laptop or a good book. It's also wise to bring your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of earplugs. And of course, don't forget to squeeze in toiletries like a toothbrush, facial wipes and a clean 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 baggage. Any liquids in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3null4 ounces (100 milliliters) won't be allowed on. Sharp objects, like your beloved pocket knife, and dangerous products which are flammable or explosive, such as flares, chemicals agents and poisons, are also prohibited.
What to wear on a flight:
- Your goal here is to be as comfortable as you can. Dress in loose, natural fibers and take a jacket in case it gets chilly in the cabin. Pick well-fitting, flat shoes as your feet may swell a little during the flight. Leave the stilettos and chunky boots in your checked baggage.
- A serious condition called deep vein thrombosis (DVT) can pose a risk on long-haul flights. It's the result of blood clots forming due to poor circulation and inactivity. Doing foot and leg exercises while seated helps to prevent this from occurring. Wearing a quality pair of compression socks or tights also helps reduce the risk.
