We’ve pulled together all the info you need to make your flight as pain-free as possible. Follow our insider tips and you’ll be cruising through the airport and discovering Fortim in no time.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The trick to having a great flight experience is to plan ahead. So, let’s start with the essentials: passport, official ID, credit cards and vital medications. Next, bring on board items that’ll help keep you entertained, like your laptop or a thrilling novel. You’ll also want to bring your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of earplugs. Last but not least, don’t forget to squeeze in toiletries 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 differs between airlines, the general guide to follow is nothing flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes things like screwdrivers, pocket knives, spray paint and fireworks. Sporting equipment like golf clubs, and objects that could harm passengers, such as firearms and ammunition, are also banned from the cabin.
What to wear on a flight:
- The goal here is to be as comfortable as possible. Dress in loose, natural fibers and pack a sweater in case it gets chilly in the cabin. Always go with roomy, flat shoes as it’s possible that your feet and ankles will swell a little during the flight. Leave the stilettos and chunky boots in your checked luggage.
- The result of sustained periods of inactivity, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a serious condition that can affect passengers during long-haul flights. The good news is there are numerous ways to reduce your risk of developing it. Stay well hydrated, walk up and down the aisles whenever possible and wear compression socks to help improve your circulation.