Wherever you're jetting in from, flying can be a pleasurable experience if you've prepared well enough. We've put together a list of handy hints that will help get your Sauce de Portezuelo escape started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The secret to having an amazing flight experience is to pack ahead. Start with the essentials: passport, official ID, bank cards and medications. Next, bring on board items that'll help keep you occupied, like some electronic gadgets or a juicy novel. It's also wise to bring your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of noise-cancelling headphones. Last but not least, don't forget to squeeze in toiletry items like a toothbrush, cleansing wipes and a clean T-shirt.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Pack all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hair gel in your checked baggage. Any liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3null4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated by authorities. Pointed or sharp objects, like your treasured pocket knife, and dangerous products which are explosive or flammable, such as flares, bleaching agents and fuels, are also not allowed.
What to wear on a flight:
- The long, narrow aisles of an airplane are not the best place for a fashion parade. Wear comfortable clothes and take a sweater as it tends to get cool in the cabin. Closed-toed, flat shoes are also a sensible choice.
- Most travellers have heard about deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot condition caused by long periods of sitting. There are plenty of ways to lower your risk. Wear a good-quality pair of compression socks or tights, drink lots of water and keep your legs and feet moving. Do a lap or two of the cabin or perform some simple exercises in your seat.