We've pulled together all the info you need to make your journey a pleasant experience. Follow our insider tips and you'll be cruising through the airport and seeing the best of Otari in next to no time. What to pack in your hand luggage:
- Travelling on a plane can be easy if you carry the right stuff. Firstly, you'll need toiletry items, such as a toothbrush and lip balm, a spare set of clothes and a good book. Next, find room in your hand luggage for your electronic gadgets, chargers, your important medications and maybe a comfy neck pillow too. Last, but definitely not least, remember to take your passport, travel docs and your credit cards.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- While the list of restricted items differs between airlines, the general rule of thumb is avoid carrying anything flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes things like screwdrivers, knives, spray paint and fireworks. Sporting equipment like ski poles, and objects that could harm other people, such as pepper spray and guns, are also banned from the cabin.
What to wear on a flight:
- Go for comfort over style. Prepare for changes in temperature by layering up, and pick flat, easy-to-remove footwear like sneakers.
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot condition caused by extended periods of inactivity, can be a risk on long-haul flights. Wander around the cabin and stretch your legs or do some gentle exercises in your seat to improve your circulation.