Let me know if you have any long-haul flight essentials that should be added to this list?? I am always looking to learn and try new things! Watch Next 👉The BEST way to pack a Suitcase (Carry-On Only) ua-cam.com/video/TAAv2gwrltw/v-deo.html
I do have those chews in my personal item bag. We cruise and while I don't get sea sick, I always carry sea bands, nausia meds, and those chews along with peoto tablets, Ibuprofine and Tylenol. It fits in a small zip lock just incase. You never know if the sea will be calm or rough.
A large freezer type bag, that you insert into the pocket in the setback in front of you. .... during the flight you put your things in it, instead of the pocket itself - no germs! Then put it in the garbage when the flight is ending and you are packing your things up.
Great list! For me, disinfecting wipes are a must. The minute I get on the plane I'm swabbing down the tray table, entertainment controls, armrests, and don't forget the seatbelt buckle. Just assume the previous person in your seat didn't wash his hands after using the washroom and you'll know what you need to do. I also like to take a small bag that can be used for garbage and some sort of clip to hold it onto the seat pocket in front of me (and I never, ever stick my hand into that seat pocket!). For an eye mask, look for one that has bugged-out eyes - it's much more comfortable to have something that isn't touching your eyelashes. If you have discomfort in your ears when flying, or don't know if you will (or if your children will), I highly recommend Earplanes ear plugs which slow down the air pressure changes. There is a children's version available. If you're using Earplanes you'll need to use the over-ear style of noise-cancelling headphones. Compression socks can be found in dark, solid colours - you might need to order online, but they exist. I like clothing that is super soft and has zippered pockets so I can keep small items close and not lose them while I'm sleeping. My flight uniform is a French terry cardigan with zippered pockets, and a pair of Eddie Bauer hiking pants with zippered pockets on the legs. One thing I have learned in many years of flying is that realistically, I am not going to retrieve anything out of my bag in the overhead bin during a flight. That bag is just for the things I absolutely need at my destination, even if my checked bag goes astray. Anything I need during the flight needs to be in one of those zippered pockets, so that includes single-use disposable toothbrushes, a sample size of dental floss, tissues, lip balm etc.
Instead of Meletonin, which leaves me groggy, I bring Chamamile tea bags and ask the attendant for hot water. I find it very effective in relaxing on a plane.
Great tips. RE: JET LAG… I am retired at 50 and travel between my homes in Houston Texas and Bangkok Thailand 4 times a year. (I’ve also been to about 80 countries.) The day before travel, I reset my watch and mind to destination time zone by not sleep. Airlines are super bad at keeping their whole inflight schedule to origin time zone, so you really have to have a personal plan for getting sleep, naps, food, etc. that will get you pre-acclimated by the time you arrive. 👏🏻 Thanks for sharing. 😃👍🏻🇺🇸🇹🇭
yeah like not sleep / start changing your time to your destination time schedule before you even arrive...atleast thats my understanding of what he meant@@jimkohara554
@@jimkohara554 I think he just means that your regular bed time might be daytime in your destination's time zone, so you should stay awake that night and rather try to sleep when it's actually night time at the destination.
Personally, I would recommend taking magnesium glycinate along with the melatonin. The melatonin simulates the hormones that your body puts out to become sleepy, but the magnesium often helps you sleep deeper or longer because it relaxes your muscles, can reduce restlessness, and consequently reduce some of the stress/anxiety that comes with traveling.
May also relax ones bowels, so poss not for experimenting on the day. Topical Mg+ might be better for immediate needs; alternatively introduce supplemetation ahead of travel.😉
I always pack a small, handheld, battery-powered fan. The fan is helpful with temperature and smell adjustments. 😊 Sometimes I just want to feel moving air to counter any anxiety from mild claustrophobia. Also, a few recent flights were on airplanes with no overseat air vents. Last December a Korean Air flight was sweltering for the entire 9-hour flight (first leg of a 42-hour itinerary!).
I was on a 6-hour Korean Airlines flight recently and was shocked that there were no overhead airflow vents! A necklace fan made the trip much more tolerable.
Okay I’m glad it wasn’t just me that thought Korean Air was sweltering. I was sweating a lot during my flight I thought I was going through menopause in my 20s
Glad to see we already do most of what you mention. For ginger we take Gin-Gins brand, they are yummy and good for the tummy. We don't like to miss our ginger as we start each day with a ginger shot, a habit we developed while in Iceland last year. There are many health benefits to ginger.
Another tip for flights....when they adjust the air pressure, if you get the pain in your ears? You can deliberately pop them. They train us on this in the Submarine Fleet. I think it's called "the desalva maneuver" but don't quote me on that. But basically you take a deep breath, then you hold your nose closed with your thumb and index finger, such that you can't breathe through your nose, then you attempt to exhale through your nose. Do this until you feel one ear pop and then the other. Sometimes you have to do it more than once. You do have to be careful, theoretically if you do it hard enough you'll pass out, but put just enough pressure that you can feel the pressure build up, that should be enough to pop them! We have to adjust air pressure on the submarine sometimes when we change depth, that's why they train us to do that. 🙂
My very first flight was nearly 70 years ago. The flight attendants brought around trays of barley sugar candy for passengers to such during take off. I was so ill due to pressure changes l had an oxygen mask mask the entire flight and my mother kept me in bed for a couple of days to recover.
I use the pen along with a notebook to practice the language of where I’m heading while I’m flying. It’s definitely part of my in flight entertainment 😂
One of my essentials for flying is a hand towel I roll up for a neck pillow. It fits perfectly in the open space behind my neck for a very restful sleep while sitting up.
Lots of great tips here. Compression socks come in solid colors, and any pattern imaginable. Nurses wear them All. THE. TIME. Another great way to beat jet lag is to trace your acupuncture meridians every time you change time zones. (Just "trace" with your fingers. Eden Energy Medicine has lots of videos about this.) Every meridian is associated with an hour, AM and PM. When you change time zones, trace all the meridians starting with the one that corresponds with the current time in the new time zone. It sounds crazy, but works great.
All great advice. I've used all of those electrolytes. I only use the Nuun tabs now. I like the fizz. Also, the powdered packets are lined with foil on the inside and if you forget one in your pocket, you'll set off the metal detectors at TSA. I learned that the hard way at LAX a couple of years ago😮
I really agree on the topic of the pen to take with you. Especially for longer international flights since you need to fill out custom paperwork on the plane, as you mentioned. And for the covid pandemic time it was even more important with all the paperwork that was needed before, during, and after the flight!
As a flight attendant for over 30 years, the pen issue bothers me. I always have several that I snag from the hotels that I don’t mind loaning to passengers, but for some reason they never feel like they want to give them back. Chances are, that’s why we ask you to borrow them from another passenger instead of from us, the airline does not provide them usually.
For anyone who has ear pain when flying, try to make yourself yawn! I experience pain on descent and used to massage at the front & back of my ears which helped but yawning has stopped the pain altogether. As soon as the plane starts to descend, I start yawning and yawn every 3-5 minutes until down at a low level.
They have little brushes that do not require water for brushing your teeth while in flight. So helpful since you cannot use the sink water in the bathroom of the plane. Also, most cosmetics can be found in stick or powder form which does not have any TSA rules. Sunscreen in stick form is the best invention.
A big item you talked about resonated with me: Lip Balm. I went to Borneo in 2006 to visit an orangutan rehabilitation center. I did not have a lip balm and was SO desperate. The awesome Singapore Airlines flight attendant gave me a packet of honey to put on my lips just to survive the rest of the trip. Ingenious and I lived to get back to Phoenix without losing my mind over my dry lip issue. BTW - best airline I've ever used in my travels.
Been using the time shifter app for the past couple of years. I never was able to sleep on my overnight flights to Europe before using this app. I would arrive at my destination exhausted. I follow exactly what they say to do. I know am able to sleep on those long haul flights and arrive at my destination ready to go. Highly recommend for anyone that travels through time zones. If you follow the plan you will have vey little or no effects of jet lag. I travel approximately 3-4 times a year to Europe. It’s been a game changer for long haul flights.
Thank you. I've had a shocker ling haul flight to LA in the past where I could not sleep at all and felt dreadful on arrival. I'm keen to try the app and do better flying to Vancouver next year.
I have issues with pressure in my ears and was in an airport and found some ear plugs that have a tiny valve in them...and I use them during take off and landing and have no issues anymore! I will not leave home without them now. Another thing is that I get leg cramps and one of the stewardesses recommended tonic water as it has quinine and it was a game changer for me. I now ask for tonic water at all opportunities on board, and was actually able to sleep a bit! (side note - it tastes terrible, but some gum will help after.) Happy travels, Lynne
Great video! Btw Melatonin helps also to reduce the leg lag. Take it couple of days after arriving to destination 1 hour before you supposed to go to sleep. I never use it regularly but it helps to get the sleep in airplane and also to get the sleep after arrival to the destination.
I just discovered these: foot hammocks. As someone with short legs this is a game changer. Can work if you are on the train or in the back seat of a car too.
I always wear a soft fluffy Cuddl Duds winter infinity scarf- even in summer. I wash it in lavender so it smells nice, helps me sleep and can be pulled over my head to block out light or sound or protect me from germs if I lean against the wall and, most importantly, over my nose to block out the noxious farts that always seem to come out of the guy seated in front of me. Once I was seated next to a passenger with stinky feet who took their shoes off. 🤢 I was saved by the scarf.
I'll always remember that flight from DC to Boston because of the man next to me who must have been intensely nervous and in the habit of eating rubbish. It was disturbing that for take-off and landing he put his tray down and cowered over it. His flatus/belching odour was eye-watering. I couldn't have borne it on a longer flight, but then he most likely would never take one. So yes, pack defensively!
Noise-cancelling headphones vs ear buds/pods: Battery life! Buds/pods are okay for short, domestic flights (less than a few hours.) People often use them pre-flight, too (thus, less power/hours for use on your flight.) I opt for over-the-ear models instead, because they usually have 3X the battery life. Mine also use AAA batteries, so i can bring a few spares. Hand wipes AND hand sanitizer? I'd just bring the wipes, and use them for hands & face, too. Neck pillow us a MUST!!! Pen: I also bring a small pocket-sized spiral notebook (in case you need to create/update checklists, or write down phone numbers, directions, etc.) Pens are also helpful for those in-flight magazine crossword puzzles, too. Toothpaste & toothbrush are good. Mouthwash can be replaced with mint-style breath-freshenjng chewing gums. Plus, chewing gum helps clear your ears/sinususes from the cabin pressures. But, you CAN replace the contents of a small TSA-friendly mouthwash bottle with NiQuill (nite formula,) instead? Good for coughs, AND sleep! I don't personally take sleep-aids during flights, however. I don't want to become a zombie to neighboring theives, or unclear if there's an in-flight emergency. For jet lag, I'd suggest pre-conditioning yourself, instead. To fly from USA to Europe can take days to a full week to recover. So, pre-invest by adjusting your rythym the week BEFORE your flight. Trying to accomodate a week of jet-lag in just a 12-16hr flight, ain't gonna be enoungh. Sure, it will help a bit. But, to do it RIGHT and maximize your travel/vacation/trip, you should pre-adjust the week/days BEFORE your trip. Note: Blankets on flights can be rare nowadays, ir germ-filled from prior pasengers. I opt to bring a lightweight (water repellant) wind breaker or fleece. If I need a blanket, I'll just use my fleece/windbreaker. I prefer the windbreaker as an optional raincoat. Whereas, I prefer the fleece if there is cold/snow at my destination. Safe travels!
Remember to check your pen to make sure it still has ink. Since most of my bags have more than one pen in them, I always have a pen however, I have run into the situation where none of those pens worked because they were left over from last year‘s trip or some thing like that, so check your pen.
Thank you for your time and posting. First time going to Vietnam to see if I want to retire there. "Now me personally, I really never take Malentonan, the only time I do take..." Pretty funny, IMHO. :) I'll get a couple dozen of the individual 'Wet Ones', you can store them anywhere, and great at the very least for wiping down the toilet. My backpack right now is the ebag Mother Lode Jr. Thank you again.
Heyyyy!! Thanks for the helpful and value packed video - we agree that a pen is key! 😅 We’ve been stuck on a few times without one. And we recently bought compression socks so yay for not caring if we look funny 😂 Electrolytes & ginger are ones we will start using off your recommendation. We first discovered your channels and subscribed ages ago with your Rinjani vlog (which inspired us to do it ourselves a couple of months ago!) so it’s great to have to pop up on our homepage to remind us to check in on what you have been up to since ❤ Thanks for the videos and love your new channel name! 🎉 xx Tania
So fun!!! I hope you had a great experience on Rinjani. Also glad you like the new channel name! Thanks for watching our videos❤️ We wish you the best in your upcoming adventures we will be following
I’m a woman with a handbag. I always have a pen, simple analgesia, hand sanitizer, lip balm, my earbuds, dental floss, multi-tool, tissues, foldaway tote, and more. I carry a travel first aid kit that has electrolyte replacement, anti nausea tabs, anti diarrhoea etc but that’s in my checked bag. Usually only needed in developing countries. Never needed melatonin. And I take an aspirin before I board, and daily while sedentary and do all my leg exercises on the plane.
I always carry a pen when traveling for just those reasons. I also carry a Sharpie. I use it to write down my next flight number on my hand so I can figure out where it is when we are changing planes. I’m often groggy after a long plane ride and looking at the departure boards, sometimes the number all start running together in my mind. So having that flight number on my hand is very…handy.
I agree with all of these. I didn’t really realized until I watched this, but the things you mention are the things I always pack in my backpack due to experiences. I felt annoyed when I didn’t have a pen to fill out custom forms, hence I always bring a pen. I felt gross when I didn’t brush my teeth during a 17hr flight, so I always pack a tooth brush and paste. Experience is a good teacher.
For me it’s the Cabeau neck pillow - it supports your head and neck without pushing it forward. As a person who suffers neck pain and migraines on a regular basis this is an absolute must. It rolls up into it’s own case the size of a soup mug.
If your neck pillow is pushing your head forward, you’ve got it on backwards. The fat part goes in front to hold up your head and the open part goes to the back - so your head doesn’t get pushed forward.
Always pack a pen! Antibacterial wipes to clean the tray table, arms of your chair, seat belt buckle and window. Due to fast turnarounds, there is minimal cleaning. I always like leaving a place cleaner than I found it. Plus, the last thing you want when going on vacation is a cold or flu from someone who didn't cover their sneeze or a little kid with a runny nose wiping his nose then touching the chair arm. There are travel packs that take up very little room. Leaving it cleaner than I found it also applies to the bathroom. If there is a mess of water & spilled soap on the counter, I'll get a couple paper towels and mop it up before I wash my hands. I draw the line at wiping down the toilet lid. I know the cleaning crew will do that one!
Great advice about the compression socks. I did a 15 hour flight from Japan and couldn't walk after. Socks make a massive difference. Well done for this good advice. For electrolytes you can buy for next to nothing Dioralyte Sachet. Pen is a great idea, don't get a cheap one as they can leak due to cabin pressure and ruin all your clothes. Noise cancelling headphones still bombard your hearing with WHITE NOISE which can cause migraines and tinnitus better to invest in some decent ear plugs.
You do also need to be careful with wearing ear plugs (or full ear defenders, like I do!), because they can cause tinnitus too - but in my own experience, using ear defenders regularly for a few years now (I'm autistic with noise sensitivity), if you stop wearing them when your ears start feeling a bit ringing-y or reverb-y and give yourself a proper break (for multiple days at the least), you should be okay. - But I'm also a massive advocate for ear defenders: mine were suuuuper cheap compared to noise-cancelling headphones, they never run out of charge, and they work very reliably! As long as you don't mind standing out a little, haha
Don't forget disinfectant wipes to wipe down the tray, seatbelt buckle, and anything else you're going to touch when in your seat. Got knows how often these things get disinfected, probably never. You don't want to get sick the first day of your vacation.
Hi there! Thanks for those tips especially the app. I am flying to Asia ( 16 hour flight) and I was trying to figure out how not to be completely shattered when I arrive. I have flown to Japan before and I tried to go to sleep - nope. Could not do it and I was up for over 24 hours over the course of when I got up for the flight to when I got to the hotel. But a good sleep aid would be very helpful and the app that gives me a schedule let’s me know when to sleep. Plus now I have noise cancelling headphones. Thanks again for the content of your video ! Well done😄
Compression socks or sleeves can be a challenge to remove. After developing deep vein thrombosis, I bought Hobrave compression wraps. They wrap around my shin and fasten with velcro. Lifesaver! Due to my condition, i wear them daily to prevent blood clots and swelling. Toothpaste in tablet form is an option. Drip Drop Hydration Powder packets have 3x the electrolytes than other brands. I like them even better than Gatorade. I bought a TRTL neck pillow back when the prices were reasonable. I have a 1-hour plus commute to work. I wear it and take a nap on the way there and back to home. Ive tried many, many neck pillow styles and this is the best. Temu has an excellent copy at less than $10.00. I've bought it, used it and it is just as good an effective as the TRTL brand.
I ordered the Temu version of the wraparound neck pillow last week. The original TRTL is too pricey if I don't like it. I stopped using a neck pillow (inflatable) decades ago, but eager to try the wraparound style.
Do use almost all the stuff - but new to me is the dramamine Ginger chews - great tip. I always have an empty water bottle - (I use a filtering type) so I fill that up before boarding plan (after customs) if you stay very hydrated - it really helps jet lag (and you don't have to bug the stewardess for water). I eat protein/nutrition bars like a beast and then sleep (mask on & noise cancel earplugs) - or at least close my eyes and rest a many hours as I possibly can - hit the ground running when I land.
I have found the best way to beat jet lag is for you flight to arrive to destination in the evening ,then you don't feel the time difference. i've done it both ways that is how i figured it out.
Thanks for this great list. I now always carry a pen with me wherever I go, it is a habit that I had picked up from my first job where I had worked oncall rotations.
I appreciate your videos so much! My best friend and I are flying internationally for the first time in April. It is so helpful learning your tips and tricks. I’ve heard long flights can be hard on your body. I hope implementing these tips will help us hit the ground running when it’s time to go!
1) If you can find it, Gatsby brand or Biore menthol wipes instead of Wet Ones to wipe off your sweat. Pack that in your every day bag when you're moving about as well - it leaves you with a cool fresh feeling. 2) if you need a medical device (CPAP, etc.) as a sleep aid, invest in a mini version (you'll need a separate prescription from your current prescription for your full device). But BEFORE you do that, you'll need to register your medical device with the airline carrier you'll be traveling with (domestic AND international) and have that documentation with you. So IF you decide to use that device on the plane, you'll be cleared to use it in advance. You should be able to find it under the airline's Contract of Carriage - they usually have a list of approved devices.
In addition to the air pods, I always have a headband that I can use as an eye mask. The benefit is that it goes over my ears as well and prevents the pods from falling out. They’re so expensive that it just gives me peace of mind. It’s also pretty annoying to try and fish them out from the floor under seats ahead of me.
The pen is essential. The other thing that I have started to use is compression socks. My legs were so swollen last summer traveling to Italy. I got a good pair there.
Bose QC series over ear noise cancelling headphones. Absolutely worth the investment and the space they take up. MUCH better noise cancelling and 20 hr battery life. Total life saver. (No, I don't work for Bose, lol!)
7:25 "a good Petty Officer always carries a pen on them" lmao I heard that so many times in the Navy. E-4 through E-6 is addressed as "Petty Officer" (it's "3rd class" through "1st class", but in all cases you can just call us "petty officer"). I bought those Fisher Space Pens when I was in, they're great. Write upside down, write through grease, write on dirty surface, etc. They were created for the Space Program. They have expensive ones but they also have 12 USD ones. All are Made in USA! 🙂
Thanks for all the info here. Lots of things I didn't think of. OTOH, might have missed one. That is Chlorox wipes to wipe down the tray tables, arm rests, etc. when you get on. Thought of taking ginger but not for that reason. Next trip coming up I will be taking one or more boats. Now that makes me nauseated. I became very popular on a scuba/snorkel boat once with these and practically emptied my little bag.
Something I've started carrying after COVID (and more than one group of friends of mine caught COVID virus during flight in the last few months--they were wearing face masks in-flight): - Face masks - Antibacterial surface wipes (10 sheets per flight, adjust accordingly based on your projected visits to the loo or out of your seat) - Cotton gloves In some countries catching it in flight means you'll need to start self-isolating in your hotel and cancel your plans for at least the first week.
Also a Wireless Bluetooth Transmitir is great for the noise canceling headphones. If in the case the plane you are taking you flight on isn't Bluetooth compatible or you do not have the headphone jacks. It came in handy when I flew 3 and half hours to the Caribbean from Atlanta on Delta
At barely 5 feet tall, my feet are not squarely on the floor when I sit on an airplane. I considered a foot hammock but decided to get an inflatable pillow instead. I’ve tried it out at home and it works well so I’m hoping it will be good for my flight to Japan.
I found that my backpack, which I stow under the seat in front of me, is a great footrest. I make sure to have a dark colored backpack that doesn't show dirt. 😂 And I'll make sure that there's nothing breakable inside, of course.
I take the cabeau neck pillow with Valcro , but I take the insert out as it feels like a neck brace. I fill the pillow with my down jacket and travel towel and silk scarf. If the plane is cold and it’s a very long trip from Sydney Australia to Europe I switch the long down coat and long silk with a spare set of clothes. And I have tried this and it’s excellent.
Ditch the contact lenses on long flights! Airplanes keep a low humidity on their planes (with the exception of composite planes like the 787 & A350)! It's better to wear prescription eyeglasses👓 otherwise you'll be burning through rewetting eyedrops!
When you bring along air pods, do take care of them. More often than not lots of passengers lost them inflight. It is not easy to locate these pods in the tiny crevice of the seats and side of the fuselage. Worst when you leave it on the meal tray. It will be thrown away
PEN....such a simple tip yet hardly anyone takes one. Nowadays I take two because no-one around me seems to have a pen. My 2 pens tend to go make it to the row in front and behind me most of the time :)
My tip for avoiding jet lag: plan your flights so that you land at a reasonable hour in your destination, and then force yourself to sleep on the plane (sleep aid, staying up late before the flight, etc). Works like a charm for me.
Something I like to use in the morning is Ocusoft Lid cleaners, they are like wipes that are safe for your eyes to clean the gunk and crusties out of your eyes. I would imagine it would be similar to brushing your teeth or wiping your face with wet ones.
Discovered you channel just in time for our long hours trip in October. Appreciate the compression socks & ginger bites. Thank you from South Africa 🇿🇦
I use a knit hat as an eye mask...the felt kind or one with a liner blocks light better. And I always have a pen and a marker on me, but a pencil never leaks.
I’m in my mid 40s, and have been travelling for more than two decades without the need of an app to prevent jet lag, I don’t see any reason to change this. Always have a pen though.
I took a United Airlines red-eye from Burbank, CA to Southbend. IN a few years ago. I couldn't sleep because the pilot kept blasting the cabin with periodic announcements that had no relevance. Was he trying to stay awake at the passengers' expense? Didn't know I'd need noise-cancelling headphones for a domestic flight.
Great tips! I'll most definitely try the ginger and electrolytes next time! Sadly, melatonin gives me really bad nausea. Cant sleep on flights to save my life. 12+ hr flight to Japan, 0 sleep. So knowing that, my only strategy is to sleep at home as much as possible before heading to the airport. And also, I try not to eat plane food as much as possible... Rather eat normal food in the airport and fast/snack on trail mix on the flight.
This a great video and I'm a huge fan of your work. Super concise. Quick question, slightly random, What watch is that you wear ? Like year brand and exact model, I like it alot. Thanks again for the videos
With covid many different products appeared. Wal-Mart had sanitation wipes like wet ones but like the liquid. Compression socks are great and diabetic a necessity. Those ginger chews seem a good thing. I have a sailboat and ginger tea I use for sea sickness.
In addition to the AirPods…I will now be bringing earphones with a Jack at the end to be able to watch in flight movies. The ones they give you on the plane are terrible. Made that mistake on my 6 hour trip to Costa Rica 😅
Let me know if you have any long-haul flight essentials that should be added to this list?? I am always looking to learn and try new things!
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I do have those chews in my personal item bag. We cruise and while I don't get sea sick, I always carry sea bands, nausia meds, and those chews along with peoto tablets, Ibuprofine and Tylenol. It fits in a small zip lock just incase. You never know if the sea will be calm or rough.
A lighy fabric headband so you don't loose your air pods when your sleeping
A large freezer type bag, that you insert into the pocket in the setback in front of you. .... during the flight you put your things in it, instead of the pocket itself - no germs! Then put it in the garbage when the flight is ending and you are packing your things up.
babies are the worst!
Being the person on a plane with a pen is my favorite. It makes me feel like a super hero, I never forget to bring 2. One for me and one to share.
Great list! For me, disinfecting wipes are a must. The minute I get on the plane I'm swabbing down the tray table, entertainment controls, armrests, and don't forget the seatbelt buckle. Just assume the previous person in your seat didn't wash his hands after using the washroom and you'll know what you need to do. I also like to take a small bag that can be used for garbage and some sort of clip to hold it onto the seat pocket in front of me (and I never, ever stick my hand into that seat pocket!). For an eye mask, look for one that has bugged-out eyes - it's much more comfortable to have something that isn't touching your eyelashes. If you have discomfort in your ears when flying, or don't know if you will (or if your children will), I highly recommend Earplanes ear plugs which slow down the air pressure changes. There is a children's version available. If you're using Earplanes you'll need to use the over-ear style of noise-cancelling headphones. Compression socks can be found in dark, solid colours - you might need to order online, but they exist. I like clothing that is super soft and has zippered pockets so I can keep small items close and not lose them while I'm sleeping. My flight uniform is a French terry cardigan with zippered pockets, and a pair of Eddie Bauer hiking pants with zippered pockets on the legs. One thing I have learned in many years of flying is that realistically, I am not going to retrieve anything out of my bag in the overhead bin during a flight. That bag is just for the things I absolutely need at my destination, even if my checked bag goes astray. Anything I need during the flight needs to be in one of those zippered pockets, so that includes single-use disposable toothbrushes, a sample size of dental floss, tissues, lip balm etc.
ALWAYS pack a pen! I have had to loan my pen to several people on the plane to fill out forms. Remember a pen!
Glad you agree!! Having a pen is key
Maybe even carry a few extra to bless others. ❤
Grownups carry pens, tissues, toothbrush & toothpaste, etc
So should I take pen then? 😂 A bloody good point for travel and life
What forms?
Instead of Meletonin, which leaves me groggy, I bring Chamamile tea bags and ask the attendant for hot water. I find it very effective in relaxing on a plane.
Flight attendants will tell you not to use any hot water on a plane as it is usually contaminated unless it is bottled water.
@@drhayesmt1 Flight attendants offer hot water during the food service runs, when they provide tea and coffee.
Great tips. RE: JET LAG… I am retired at 50 and travel between my homes in Houston Texas and Bangkok Thailand 4 times a year. (I’ve also been to about 80 countries.) The day before travel, I reset my watch and mind to destination time zone by not sleep. Airlines are super bad at keeping their whole inflight schedule to origin time zone, so you really have to have a personal plan for getting sleep, naps, food, etc. that will get you pre-acclimated by the time you arrive. 👏🏻 Thanks for sharing. 😃👍🏻🇺🇸🇹🇭
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“by not sleep” (?)
yeah like not sleep / start changing your time to your destination time schedule before you even arrive...atleast thats my understanding of what he meant@@jimkohara554
@@jimkohara554 I think he just means that your regular bed time might be daytime in your destination's time zone, so you should stay awake that night and rather try to sleep when it's actually night time at the destination.
I ALWAYS travel with multiple pens and even sharpies. They have come in handy so many times!!!!
I always pack pain relievers especially if like me you're older. The ones coupled with a mild sleep agent are great on a long haul flight.
You have the best information with examples and tips. Thanks. I made a list of the items to be sure to have for my upcoming oversea trip.
ginger chews are one of my favorites! i get the The Ginger People brand Gin Gins and they’re so delicious
Personally, I would recommend taking magnesium glycinate along with the melatonin. The melatonin simulates the hormones that your body puts out to become sleepy, but the magnesium often helps you sleep deeper or longer because it relaxes your muscles, can reduce restlessness, and consequently reduce some of the stress/anxiety that comes with traveling.
May also relax ones bowels, so poss not for experimenting on the day. Topical Mg+ might be better for immediate needs; alternatively introduce supplemetation ahead of travel.😉
Magnesium oxide is the one that will relax your bowels. Magnesium glycinate, magnesium bisglycinate, citrate, theonate WILL NOT.
@@twinlights11 Magnesium Glycinate doesn't affect your bowls. Magnesium citrate is the one to watch out for.
I always pack a small, handheld, battery-powered fan. The fan is helpful with temperature and smell adjustments. 😊 Sometimes I just want to feel moving air to counter any anxiety from mild claustrophobia. Also, a few recent flights were on airplanes with no overseat air vents. Last December a Korean Air flight was sweltering for the entire 9-hour flight (first leg of a 42-hour itinerary!).
I was on a 6-hour Korean Airlines flight recently and was shocked that there were no overhead airflow vents! A necklace fan made the trip much more tolerable.
Okay I’m glad it wasn’t just me that thought Korean Air was sweltering. I was sweating a lot during my flight I thought I was going through menopause in my 20s
YES!! Mine is USB rechargeable, lighter than batteries and I always travel with a cable/power bank anyway...
What airline? @@adarajennifer
@@DistopiaKosaki Korean Air
Glad to see we already do most of what you mention. For ginger we take Gin-Gins brand, they are yummy and good for the tummy. We don't like to miss our ginger as we start each day with a ginger shot, a habit we developed while in Iceland last year. There are many health benefits to ginger.
Another tip for flights....when they adjust the air pressure, if you get the pain in your ears? You can deliberately pop them. They train us on this in the Submarine Fleet. I think it's called "the desalva maneuver" but don't quote me on that.
But basically you take a deep breath, then you hold your nose closed with your thumb and index finger, such that you can't breathe through your nose, then you attempt to exhale through your nose. Do this until you feel one ear pop and then the other. Sometimes you have to do it more than once.
You do have to be careful, theoretically if you do it hard enough you'll pass out, but put just enough pressure that you can feel the pressure build up, that should be enough to pop them!
We have to adjust air pressure on the submarine sometimes when we change depth, that's why they train us to do that. 🙂
My doctor told me the same thing. Works if just swalowing doesnt
It's Valsalva & it works
I also try to yawn 🥱, & it definitely helps pop my ears & release pressure
My very first flight was nearly 70 years ago. The flight attendants brought around trays of barley sugar candy for passengers to such during take off. I was so ill due to pressure changes l had an oxygen mask mask the entire flight and my mother kept me in bed for a couple of days to recover.
I use the pen along with a notebook to practice the language of where I’m heading while I’m flying. It’s definitely part of my in flight entertainment 😂
Love this tip ❤
One of my essentials for flying is a hand towel I roll up for a neck pillow. It fits perfectly in the open space behind my neck for a very restful sleep while sitting up.
Lots of great tips here. Compression socks come in solid colors, and any pattern imaginable. Nurses wear them All. THE. TIME. Another great way to beat jet lag is to trace your acupuncture meridians every time you change time zones. (Just "trace" with your fingers. Eden Energy Medicine has lots of videos about this.) Every meridian is associated with an hour, AM and PM. When you change time zones, trace all the meridians starting with the one that corresponds with the current time in the new time zone. It sounds crazy, but works great.
That sounds awesome. I'll look up the process before I next travel far. Thank you.
Why don’t you just get up and walk around every so often.
OMG yes compression socks are a must!
All great advice. I've used all of those electrolytes. I only use the Nuun tabs now. I like the fizz. Also, the powdered packets are lined with foil on the inside and if you forget one in your pocket, you'll set off the metal detectors at TSA. I learned that the hard way at LAX a couple of years ago😮
Thanks for sharing!!
I really agree on the topic of the pen to take with you. Especially for longer international flights since you need to fill out custom paperwork on the plane, as you mentioned. And for the covid pandemic time it was even more important with all the paperwork that was needed before, during, and after the flight!
I always have a pen. 100% back this tip up!
A PEN!! You feel like such a boss when you’re not asking for a pen to fill out custom paperwork. I couldn’t agree more. I ALWAYS ensure I have a pen.
Hahaha you do feel like a boss! thanks for watching ❤️
I carry toothpaste and mouthwash tablets. They're so convenient and space saving in my toiletries bag.
Thank you. This was very helpful especially when on a 17 +hr flight. Great tips! A travel pillow is another must have on long flights.
As a flight attendant for over 30 years, the pen issue bothers me. I always have several that I snag from the hotels that I don’t mind loaning to passengers, but for some reason they never feel like they want to give them back. Chances are, that’s why we ask you to borrow them from another passenger instead of from us, the airline does not provide them usually.
Thanks for sharing your experience!❤️
I had to borrow a pen from a flight attendant, because I lost mine. I did find her and return it to her.
I just got a passport holder on Amazon that came with a pen! I’ll always know where to find it.
@@pamhiar5708 Agreed, passport holders usually come standard with pen holder nowadays.
Also, I use a mobile stylus that has a pen on the other end.
Airlines spend so much $ on promotional give-aways that are useless in the end. Why not give out airline branded pens!!
For anyone who has ear pain when flying, try to make yourself yawn! I experience pain on descent and used to massage at the front & back of my ears which helped but yawning has stopped the pain altogether. As soon as the plane starts to descend, I start yawning and yawn every 3-5 minutes until down at a low level.
They have little brushes that do not require water for brushing your teeth while in flight. So helpful since you cannot use the sink water in the bathroom of the plane. Also, most cosmetics can be found in stick or powder form which does not have any TSA rules. Sunscreen in stick form is the best invention.
Thanks for sharing this!!❤️
Toothpaste tablets are also helpful and take up little space.😊
And powder sunscreen.
Use airplane water to brush, just don't swallow. Or used bottled.
@@Mikeabq1 Bottled water!
A big item you talked about resonated with me: Lip Balm. I went to Borneo in 2006 to visit an orangutan rehabilitation center. I did not have a lip balm and was SO desperate. The awesome Singapore Airlines flight attendant gave me a packet of honey to put on my lips just to survive the rest of the trip. Ingenious and I lived to get back to Phoenix without losing my mind over my dry lip issue. BTW - best airline I've ever used in my travels.
Honey is pure sugar and sure to rot your teeth
Genius idea! 🍯 thanks! And no, putting some on your lips is not going to rot your teeth. Geez.
@@jjohnson6833 I was talking about Honey and yes it will it's pure sugar
Omg it’s my dream to visit Borneo to see Orangutans!!! Thanks for the tip, I never leave home without my lip balm lol.
Been using the time shifter app for the past couple of years. I never was able to sleep on my overnight flights to Europe before using this app. I would arrive at my destination exhausted. I follow exactly what they say to do. I know am able to sleep on those long haul flights and arrive at my destination ready to go. Highly recommend for anyone that travels through time zones. If you follow the plan you will have vey little or no effects of jet lag. I travel approximately 3-4 times a year to Europe. It’s been a game changer for long haul flights.
Thanks for sharing this!❤️
Thank you. I've had a shocker ling haul flight to LA in the past where I could not sleep at all and felt dreadful on arrival. I'm keen to try the app and do better flying to Vancouver next year.
I have issues with pressure in my ears and was in an airport and found some ear plugs that have a tiny valve in them...and I use them during take off and landing and have no issues anymore! I will not leave home without them now. Another thing is that I get leg cramps and one of the stewardesses recommended tonic water as it has quinine and it was a game changer for me. I now ask for tonic water at all opportunities on board, and was actually able to sleep a bit! (side note - it tastes terrible, but some gum will help after.) Happy travels, Lynne
Great video! Btw Melatonin helps also to reduce the leg lag. Take it couple of days after arriving to destination 1 hour before you supposed to go to sleep. I never use it regularly but it helps to get the sleep in airplane and also to get the sleep after arrival to the destination.
I just discovered these: foot hammocks. As someone with short legs this is a game changer. Can work if you are on the train or in the back seat of a car too.
Same. I never get on a flight that's more than 4-5 hrs without it. Total game changer.
Good to know! I bought one but have yet to use it. But usually I have a bag under the seat that I can use for my feet.
I always wear a soft fluffy Cuddl Duds winter infinity scarf- even in summer. I wash it in lavender so it smells nice, helps me sleep and can be pulled over my head to block out light or sound or protect me from germs if I lean against the wall and, most importantly, over my nose to block out the noxious farts that always seem to come out of the guy seated in front of me. Once I was seated next to a passenger with stinky feet who took their shoes off. 🤢 I was saved by the scarf.
I'll always remember that flight from DC to Boston because of the man next to me who must have been intensely nervous and in the habit of eating rubbish. It was disturbing that for take-off and landing he put his tray down and cowered over it. His flatus/belching odour was eye-watering. I couldn't have borne it on a longer flight, but then he most likely would never take one. So yes, pack defensively!
Thank u so much for this! I’m taking my first 16 hour flight in couple weeks, and your video has been the most informative than the others!
I wish you the best of luck on your long flight! Thanks for Watching❤️
Noise-cancelling headphones vs ear buds/pods: Battery life! Buds/pods are okay for short, domestic flights (less than a few hours.) People often use them pre-flight, too (thus, less power/hours for use on your flight.) I opt for over-the-ear models instead, because they usually have 3X the battery life. Mine also use AAA batteries, so i can bring a few spares.
Hand wipes AND hand sanitizer? I'd just bring the wipes, and use them for hands & face, too.
Neck pillow us a MUST!!!
Pen: I also bring a small pocket-sized spiral notebook (in case you need to create/update checklists, or write down phone numbers, directions, etc.) Pens are also helpful for those in-flight magazine crossword puzzles, too.
Toothpaste & toothbrush are good. Mouthwash can be replaced with mint-style breath-freshenjng chewing gums. Plus, chewing gum helps clear your ears/sinususes from the cabin pressures. But, you CAN replace the contents of a small TSA-friendly mouthwash bottle with NiQuill (nite formula,) instead? Good for coughs, AND sleep!
I don't personally take sleep-aids during flights, however. I don't want to become a zombie to neighboring theives, or unclear if there's an in-flight emergency.
For jet lag, I'd suggest pre-conditioning yourself, instead. To fly from USA to Europe can take days to a full week to recover. So, pre-invest by adjusting your rythym the week BEFORE your flight. Trying to accomodate a week of jet-lag in just a 12-16hr flight, ain't gonna be enoungh. Sure, it will help a bit. But, to do it RIGHT and maximize your travel/vacation/trip, you should pre-adjust the week/days BEFORE your trip.
Note: Blankets on flights can be rare nowadays, ir germ-filled from prior pasengers. I opt to bring a lightweight (water repellant) wind breaker or fleece. If I need a blanket, I'll just use my fleece/windbreaker. I prefer the windbreaker as an optional raincoat. Whereas, I prefer the fleece if there is cold/snow at my destination.
Safe travels!
Remember to check your pen to make sure it still has ink. Since most of my bags have more than one pen in them, I always have a pen however, I have run into the situation where none of those pens worked because they were left over from last year‘s trip or some thing like that, so check your pen.
Thank you for your time and posting. First time going to Vietnam to see if I want to retire there. "Now me personally, I really never take Malentonan, the only time I do take..." Pretty funny, IMHO. :) I'll get a couple dozen of the individual 'Wet Ones', you can store them anywhere, and great at the very least for wiping down the toilet. My backpack right now is the ebag Mother Lode Jr. Thank you again.
Heyyyy!! Thanks for the helpful and value packed video - we agree that a pen is key! 😅 We’ve been stuck on a few times without one. And we recently bought compression socks so yay for not caring if we look funny 😂 Electrolytes & ginger are ones we will start using off your recommendation.
We first discovered your channels and subscribed ages ago with your Rinjani vlog (which inspired us to do it ourselves a couple of months ago!) so it’s great to have to pop up on our homepage to remind us to check in on what you have been up to since ❤
Thanks for the videos and love your new channel name! 🎉 xx Tania
So fun!!! I hope you had a great experience on Rinjani. Also glad you like the new channel name! Thanks for watching our videos❤️ We wish you the best in your upcoming adventures we will be following
I’m a woman with a handbag. I always have a pen, simple analgesia, hand sanitizer, lip balm, my earbuds, dental floss, multi-tool, tissues, foldaway tote, and more.
I carry a travel first aid kit that has electrolyte replacement, anti nausea tabs, anti diarrhoea etc but that’s in my checked bag. Usually only needed in developing countries.
Never needed melatonin. And I take an aspirin before I board, and daily while sedentary and do all my leg exercises on the plane.
Thanks for the suggestions. I added a couple things to my packing list. 👍
Glad it was helpful!
Always bring a pen! It can also be used to jab someone’s eye out if they get unruly! Kidding.
I always carry a pen when traveling for just those reasons. I also carry a Sharpie. I use it to write down my next flight number on my hand so I can figure out where it is when we are changing planes. I’m often groggy after a long plane ride and looking at the departure boards, sometimes the number all start running together in my mind. So having that flight number on my hand is very…handy.
Always have a pen on you as I found out on arrival in Mexico!!
I agree with all of these. I didn’t really realized until I watched this, but the things you mention are the things I always pack in my backpack due to experiences. I felt annoyed when I didn’t have a pen to fill out custom forms, hence I always bring a pen. I felt gross when I didn’t brush my teeth during a 17hr flight, so I always pack a tooth brush and paste. Experience is a good teacher.
For me it’s the Cabeau neck pillow - it supports your head and neck without pushing it forward. As a person who suffers neck pain and migraines on a regular basis this is an absolute must. It rolls up into it’s own case the size of a soup mug.
Thanks for sharing❤️
If your neck pillow is pushing your head forward, you’ve got it on backwards. The fat part goes in front to hold up your head and the open part goes to the back - so your head doesn’t get pushed forward.
@missmayflower Thanks for the tip! I was on the fence regarding investing in a Cabeau pillow. Will try your advice with a cheaper pillow instead.
I always use compression socks on flights or drives of 4hrs plus.
As a nurse compression socks were a must on the flight to Scotland to prevent blood clots.
Always pack a pen! Antibacterial wipes to clean the tray table, arms of your chair, seat belt buckle and window. Due to fast turnarounds, there is minimal cleaning. I always like leaving a place cleaner than I found it. Plus, the last thing you want when going on vacation is a cold or flu from someone who didn't cover their sneeze or a little kid with a runny nose wiping his nose then touching the chair arm. There are travel packs that take up very little room. Leaving it cleaner than I found it also applies to the bathroom. If there is a mess of water & spilled soap on the counter, I'll get a couple paper towels and mop it up before I wash my hands. I draw the line at wiping down the toilet lid. I know the cleaning crew will do that one!
Great advice about the compression socks. I did a 15 hour flight from Japan and couldn't walk after. Socks make a massive difference. Well done for this good advice. For electrolytes you can buy for next to nothing Dioralyte Sachet. Pen is a great idea, don't get a cheap one as they can leak due to cabin pressure and ruin all your clothes.
Noise cancelling headphones still bombard your hearing with WHITE NOISE which can cause migraines and tinnitus better to invest in some decent ear plugs.
You do also need to be careful with wearing ear plugs (or full ear defenders, like I do!), because they can cause tinnitus too - but in my own experience, using ear defenders regularly for a few years now (I'm autistic with noise sensitivity), if you stop wearing them when your ears start feeling a bit ringing-y or reverb-y and give yourself a proper break (for multiple days at the least), you should be okay. - But I'm also a massive advocate for ear defenders: mine were suuuuper cheap compared to noise-cancelling headphones, they never run out of charge, and they work very reliably! As long as you don't mind standing out a little, haha
Don't forget disinfectant wipes to wipe down the tray, seatbelt buckle, and anything else you're going to touch when in your seat. Got knows how often these things get disinfected, probably never. You don't want to get sick the first day of your vacation.
Hi there! Thanks for those tips especially the app. I am flying to Asia ( 16 hour flight) and I was trying to figure out how not to be completely shattered when I arrive. I have flown to Japan before and I tried to go to sleep - nope. Could not do it and I was up for over 24 hours over the course of when I got up for the flight to when I got to the hotel. But a good sleep aid would be very helpful and the app that gives me a schedule let’s me know when to sleep. Plus now I have noise cancelling headphones.
Thanks again for the content of your video ! Well done😄
Glad it helped!
Yeah. Support for carrying your own pen. Highly underrated travel essential
Saline nasal spray to keep nasal passages moist.
And to prevent getting a cold. 💕
Great list! I’ve got most all of these. Many of them I just added for my upcoming trip.
Compression socks or sleeves can be a challenge to remove. After developing deep vein thrombosis, I bought Hobrave compression wraps. They wrap around my shin and fasten with velcro. Lifesaver! Due to my condition, i wear them daily to prevent blood clots and swelling.
Toothpaste in tablet form is an option.
Drip Drop Hydration Powder packets have 3x the electrolytes than other brands. I like them even better than Gatorade.
I bought a TRTL neck pillow back when the prices were reasonable. I have a 1-hour plus commute to work. I wear it and take a nap on the way there and back to home. Ive tried many, many neck pillow styles and this is the best. Temu has an excellent copy at less than $10.00. I've bought it, used it and it is just as good an effective as the TRTL brand.
I ordered the Temu version of the wraparound neck pillow last week. The original TRTL is too pricey if I don't like it. I stopped using a neck pillow (inflatable) decades ago, but eager to try the wraparound style.
@@cocostrayer6667 I hope you like it! The Temu version is the same frame as TRTL, just a different quality of fleece.
Do use almost all the stuff - but new to me is the dramamine Ginger chews - great tip. I always have an empty water bottle - (I use a filtering type) so I fill that up before boarding plan (after customs) if you stay very hydrated - it really helps jet lag (and you don't have to bug the stewardess for water). I eat protein/nutrition bars like a beast and then sleep (mask on & noise cancel earplugs) - or at least close my eyes and rest a many hours as I possibly can - hit the ground running when I land.
I have found the best way to beat jet lag is for you flight to arrive to destination in the evening ,then you don't feel the time difference. i've done it both ways that is how i figured it out.
That’s not possible in many cases, like flying from Canada to Europe.
That works great for me, too. Especially if I don't sleep on the plane and don't drink any coffee. I can go right to sleep when I get to my hotel.
Thanks for this great list.
I now always carry a pen with me wherever I go, it is a habit that I had picked up from my first job where I had worked oncall rotations.
Great! Thank you!
I appreciate your videos so much! My best friend and I are flying internationally for the first time in April. It is so helpful learning your tips and tricks. I’ve heard long flights can be hard on your body. I hope implementing these tips will help us hit the ground running when it’s time to go!
1) If you can find it, Gatsby brand or Biore menthol wipes instead of Wet Ones to wipe off your sweat. Pack that in your every day bag when you're moving about as well - it leaves you with a cool fresh feeling. 2) if you need a medical device (CPAP, etc.) as a sleep aid, invest in a mini version (you'll need a separate prescription from your current prescription for your full device). But BEFORE you do that, you'll need to register your medical device with the airline carrier you'll be traveling with (domestic AND international) and have that documentation with you. So IF you decide to use that device on the plane, you'll be cleared to use it in advance. You should be able to find it under the airline's Contract of Carriage - they usually have a list of approved devices.
In addition to the air pods, I always have a headband that I can use as an eye mask. The benefit is that it goes over my ears as well and prevents the pods from falling out. They’re so expensive that it just gives me peace of mind. It’s also pretty annoying to try and fish them out from the floor under seats ahead of me.
Thanks for sharing❤️
Use Colgate or crest wisp, mini toothbrush with embedded toothpaste already in the bristles ,great for a 1 use
The pen is essential. The other thing that I have started to use is compression socks. My legs were so swollen last summer traveling to Italy. I got a good pair there.
Bose QC series over ear noise cancelling headphones. Absolutely worth the investment and the space they take up. MUCH better noise cancelling and 20 hr battery life. Total life saver. (No, I don't work for Bose, lol!)
Excelente vídeo, Andrea. Além de didático, é um material inspirador. Continue!
Thanks so much. I just tried Timeshift, we'll see how it goes. I am crossing 7 time zones later this week.
I will be flying from New Orleans to Tokyo in September! Appreciate the tips!
Have fun!
A travel adapter so you plug into any socket in any country to charge your devices.
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"a good Petty Officer always carries a pen on them"
lmao I heard that so many times in the Navy. E-4 through E-6 is addressed as "Petty Officer" (it's "3rd class" through "1st class", but in all cases you can just call us "petty officer").
I bought those Fisher Space Pens when I was in, they're great. Write upside down, write through grease, write on dirty surface, etc. They were created for the Space Program. They have expensive ones but they also have 12 USD ones. All are Made in USA! 🙂
Thanks for all the info here. Lots of things I didn't think of. OTOH, might have missed one. That is Chlorox wipes to wipe down the tray tables, arm rests, etc. when you get on. Thought of taking ginger but not for that reason. Next trip coming up I will be taking one or more boats. Now that makes me nauseated. I became very popular on a scuba/snorkel boat once with these and practically emptied my little bag.
Thank you really really helpful
Something I've started carrying after COVID (and more than one group of friends of mine caught COVID virus during flight in the last few months--they were wearing face masks in-flight):
- Face masks
- Antibacterial surface wipes (10 sheets per flight, adjust accordingly based on your projected visits to the loo or out of your seat)
- Cotton gloves
In some countries catching it in flight means you'll need to start self-isolating in your hotel and cancel your plans for at least the first week.
Eye drops for dry eyes.
Don’t need an app for jet lag. Melatonin doesn’t “knock you out”. It’s not a sedative, it’s a hormone.
Also a Wireless Bluetooth Transmitir is great for the noise canceling headphones. If in the case the plane you are taking you flight on isn't Bluetooth compatible or you do not have the headphone jacks. It came in handy when I flew 3 and half hours to the Caribbean from Atlanta on Delta
At barely 5 feet tall, my feet are not squarely on the floor when I sit on an airplane. I considered a foot hammock but decided to get an inflatable pillow instead. I’ve tried it out at home and it works well so I’m hoping it will be good for my flight to Japan.
I found that my backpack, which I stow under the seat in front of me, is a great footrest. I make sure to have a dark colored backpack that doesn't show dirt. 😂 And I'll make sure that there's nothing breakable inside, of course.
I take the cabeau neck pillow with Valcro , but I take the insert out as it feels like a neck brace. I fill the pillow with my down jacket and travel towel and silk scarf. If the plane is cold and it’s a very long trip from Sydney Australia to Europe I switch the long down coat and long silk with a spare set of clothes. And I have tried this and it’s excellent.
Ditch the contact lenses on long flights! Airplanes keep a low humidity on their planes (with the exception of composite planes like the 787 & A350)! It's better to wear prescription eyeglasses👓 otherwise you'll be burning through rewetting eyedrops!
Thanks for sharing this information❤️
When you bring along air pods, do take care of them. More often than not lots of passengers lost them inflight.
It is not easy to locate these pods in the tiny crevice of the seats and side of the fuselage.
Worst when you leave it on the meal tray.
It will be thrown away
Try an Air Pod necklace.
Great tip! Just ordered one. That was my big fear, dropping them down the seat.😱
A pen which writes on surfaces like a fine point sharpie. Shoehorn to not damage shoes when you put them back on.
Super helpful, thanks.
Have a scarf round your neck, you can use it as a pillow, eye cover and keeps your neck warm if you're in a draft.
PEN....such a simple tip yet hardly anyone takes one. Nowadays I take two because no-one around me seems to have a pen. My 2 pens tend to go make it to the row in front and behind me most of the time :)
My tip for avoiding jet lag: plan your flights so that you land at a reasonable hour in your destination, and then force yourself to sleep on the plane (sleep aid, staying up late before the flight, etc). Works like a charm for me.
Ear patches work great for nausea for me. I also use them for car sickness prevention.
On the electrolytes make sure you check the ingredients for sugar as the first ingredient
Something I like to use in the morning is Ocusoft Lid cleaners, they are like wipes that are safe for your eyes to clean the gunk and crusties out of your eyes. I would imagine it would be similar to brushing your teeth or wiping your face with wet ones.
Discovered you channel just in time for our long hours trip in October. Appreciate the compression socks & ginger bites. Thank you from South Africa 🇿🇦
South Africa!! We would to visit someday. Thanks for watching ❤️
I use a knit hat as an eye mask...the felt kind or one with a liner blocks light better.
And I always have a pen and a marker on me, but a pencil never leaks.
The number one essential is business class.
Getting ready for a long haul flight. I’ll definitely get some of those electrolytes. Luckily, we do have the other things 👍🏻
I’m in my mid 40s, and have been travelling for more than two decades without the need of an app to prevent jet lag, I don’t see any reason to change this.
Always have a pen though.
Might be too late to ask, my intl flight is on Thursday, but does timeshifter still work if you don’t drink caffeine?
I took a United Airlines red-eye from Burbank, CA to Southbend. IN a few years ago. I couldn't sleep because the pilot kept blasting the cabin with periodic announcements that had no relevance. Was he trying to stay awake at the passengers' expense? Didn't know I'd need noise-cancelling headphones for a domestic flight.
Great tips! I'll most definitely try the ginger and electrolytes next time! Sadly, melatonin gives me really bad nausea. Cant sleep on flights to save my life. 12+ hr flight to Japan, 0 sleep. So knowing that, my only strategy is to sleep at home as much as possible before heading to the airport. And also, I try not to eat plane food as much as possible... Rather eat normal food in the airport and fast/snack on trail mix on the flight.
This a great video and I'm a huge fan of your work. Super concise. Quick question, slightly random, What watch is that you wear ? Like year brand and exact model, I like it alot. Thanks again for the videos
With covid many different products appeared. Wal-Mart had sanitation wipes like wet ones but like the liquid. Compression socks are great and diabetic a necessity. Those ginger chews seem a good thing. I have a sailboat and ginger tea I use for sea sickness.
In addition to the AirPods…I will now be bringing earphones with a Jack at the end to be able to watch in flight movies. The ones they give you on the plane are terrible. Made that mistake on my 6 hour trip to Costa Rica 😅
Thank you for this vlogg. I bought compression socks and ginger chews after viewing it. I already have Liquid IV.
Since I'll be travelling soon I had to watch this!