If you’re not prepared, airports and flying can be challenging. But there’s no need to hit the panic button just yet. Follow these handy tips for a trouble-free start to your time in Sydney.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- Air travel can be a pleasure if you take the right stuff. Firstly, you’ll need toiletry items, such as a toothbrush and lip balm, a spare change of clothes and a good read. Secondly, find room in your hand luggage for your phone and charger, any medications and maybe a quality neck pillow as well. Lastly, be sure to take your passport, travel docs and your bank cards.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Double-check that you don’t have a pocket knife lurking in your hand luggage. Other restricted items include flammable or explosive goods, such as aerosol cans and fuel, and gels and liquids in containers larger than 3null4 ounces (100 milliliters).
What to wear on a flight:
- Comfort should be your priority when picking what to wear on board. Consider your choice of footwear with care too, as swollen ankles and feet can be a side effect of flying. Roomy, closed-toed shoes are your best bet.
- The result of sustained periods of immobility, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a blood clot condition that can affect some passengers on long-distance flights. But the good news is there are numerous ways to lower your risk of developing it. Drink plenty of water, wander around the cabin as often as you can and wear compression socks or tights.