If you're not prepared, airports and flying can be a real challenge. But don't hit the panic button just yet. Follow these handy tips and enjoy a pain-free start to your holiday in Bellamy.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The secret to having a hassle-free travel experience is to pack ahead. Start with the essentials: passport, travel documents, credit cards and important medications. Next, bring on board items that'll help keep you busy, like your laptop or a good read. You'll also want to bring your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of noise-cancelling headphones. And of course, be sure to chuck in toiletry items like a toothbrush, deodorant and a spare change of clothes.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Check carefully that you don't have a sharp object lurking in one of the compartments of your hand luggage. Other restricted items include flammable or explosive products, such as bleach and fuel, and gels and liquids in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).
What to wear on a flight:
- The long, narrow aisles of a plane are no place for a fashion parade. Layer up with comfortable clothing and bring a cardigan as it tends to get cool in the cabin. Closed-toed, flat shoes are also a good idea.
- Caused by lengthy periods of inactivity, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a blood clot condition that can affect some passengers during long-haul flights. The good news is there are ways to significantly reduce your risk of developing it. Keep your fluids up, wander around the cabin wherever possible and wear compression socks or tights.