Depending on where you're coming from, your journey to Cargo could be no sweat at all or it could drag on forever. Below are some tips that will help you start your next great adventure on a positive note.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The secret to having an awesome flight experience is to plan ahead. Start with the essentials: passport, travel documents, credit cards and any vital medications. Next, take on board items that'll help keep you entertained, like some electronic gadgets or a thrilling novel. It's also smart to bring your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of earphones. Last but not least, be sure to chuck in toiletry items like a toothbrush, lip balm and a fresh change of clothes.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- While the list of prohibited items can differ between air carriers, the general rule of thumb is avoid carrying anything flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes tools, metal cutlery, aerosol cans and flares. Sporting equipment like baseball bats, and objects that could injure passengers, such as pepper spray and firearms, can't come on board with you either.
What to wear on a flight:
- The narrow aisles of your airplane are not the best place for a fashion parade. Don comfortable layers and pack a cardigan as it tends to get cool in the cabin on long-haul flights. Flat, slightly roomy shoes are also a wise idea.
- Most of us have heard about DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clotting condition caused by long periods of sitting. There are numerous ways to lower your risk. Wear compression socks, drink lots of water and get your legs and feet moving. Do a lap or two of the cabin or perform exercises in your seat.