Flight travel with toddlers can be stressful, but you can reduce some of that anxiety by planning ahead and remembering these top flight travel tips:
Once the seat belt sign activates, most passengers will immediately begin retrieving their bags from overhead bins. Please wait until all rows in front of you have finished before retrieving your own. And you should always take advantage of suitable deals, like with Cathay Pacific flights.
Dress in Comfortable Clothes
If you’re considering wearing your pajamas on the plane, resist. Not only would that be inconveniently tight and take up valuable suitcase space. Instead, opt for comfortable clothing like jeans or joggers; when arriving at your destination airport or hotel room you can always change into them!
Jean lovers should opt for relaxed boyfriend cuts or other soft styles that don’t restrict mobility on long flights, rather than tight jeans that could increase the risk of deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in the legs). Pair your jeans with some compression socks to help improve circulation and avoid blood pooling during flights.
Select flat shoes that are easy to slip on and off at security and comfortable in an air-conditioned cabin, such as Cole Haan slip-ons, ECCO sandals, or Toms sneakers. Examples of such footwear would include Cole Haan slip-ons, ECCO sandals, or Toms sneakers. Also consider lightweight travel pants like those by Betabrand that combine soft stretchiness with hint of spandex for additional in-flight comfort; Bamboo shawls that double as light cardigans, infinity scarves or plane blankets are great choices that keep both chic while keeping warm while looking chic while staying warm!
Bring Along Some Snacks
As it can be challenging to locate healthy food when traveling by road or air, bringing along some snacks is key for ensuring you always have something nutritious to eat.
No matter what mode of travel is involved, the optimal travel snacks should include those that won’t create a mess and will help to fill you up without making an unnecessary trip to the pantry. Foods rich in proteins, whole grains and vegetables may provide long-lasting energy and help regulate your blood sugar.
A thermos or food jar is an ideal way to transport meals and snacks on-the-go. These containers will keep your food hot or cold depending on what it is you are eating, while collapsible Tupperware containers and Stasher silicone bags offer smaller solutions than typical Ziploc bags for holding snacks such as dips, salads and sandwiches.
Be sure to include fruits in your travel snacks, but remember that most airlines impose limits on how much liquid can be brought on board a flight. Dehydrated fruits such as grapes or apricots may make great options because they’re lightweight yet packed full of flavor!
Stay Hydrated
Staying hydrated when traveling is one of the most essential tips. While this may seem obvious, many travelers tend to overlook this point. Planes typically have humidity levels of only 20 percent when cruising altitude is reached which can leave your eyes, skin, and throat dry and result in fatigue and dehydration.
For optimal flight outcomes, drink plenty of water before and during your flight. Hydrating food such as fruits, vegetables and soups will also help – just avoid alcohol and caffeinated drinks which can rapidly dehydrate you!
Bring along your own water bottle when flying and refill it as often as possible to avoid the questionable quality of airplane tap water, and being more eco-friendly by purchasing multiple disposable plastic ones during travel! For long distance journeys, set reminders on your phone so you don’t become dehydrated too quickly so you arrive refreshed at your destination!
Get Up and Move Around
An overnight flight can be an ordeal. Sleep may elude you and other passengers may jostle and jostle at you throughout the flight, making your experience less bearable than anticipated. But there are things you can do to make your experience much more pleasant.
First and foremost, try to steer clear of foods that will upset your stomach. Avoiding caffeine and sugar-loaded airplane meals as well as high salt contents and potential allergens like gluten and dairy is key – instead bring healthy snacks like granola bars, nuts, trail mix and dried fruits which provide quick sources of energy without becoming messy like peanuts that might end up shared by fellow passengers!
Hydration is key when travelling on an airplane; cabin air can become very dry, and so it is vital that you drink regularly and bring along a water bottle that fits easily into your carry-on luggage; airlines may not offer this service.
Don’t forget to pack toiletries in your personal bag as well. Wet wipes are great for keeping your face fresh, while travel toothbrush and toothpaste could come in handy should the need arise to brush your teeth at any point during the flight.
Book a Seat That’s Comfortable for You
A comfortable seat is key to an enjoyable flight experience, so if you can choose yours during booking or online check-in, choose wisely – choosing an aisle seat could allow for quicker getting up and stretching legs when necessary.
Window seats provide relaxing views that can serve as an enjoyable distraction from passengers entering and exiting lavatories or using tray tables, plus, they won’t disturb you as much if an exit row seat comes available – additional legroom could make your flight experience all that much better!
However, if you’re particularly sensitive to turbulence, an exit row seat might not be the best choice. After takeoff and landing, bumpiness could disturb your ability to sleep during the flight; back row seats might be preferable in these cases; just ask the flight crew if the seating situation becomes uncomfortable; additionally if traveling with friends or partners make sure that all tickets are booked together so you are sitting together throughout.
Bring a Book or Two
Long flights provide travelers with an ideal opportunity to catch up on some reading. While novels might take precedence over lighter materials like magazines or travel guides, such as magazines can still help pass the time while providing insight into your destination before you arrive – and what better way is there to start off a vacation than by knowing some of its customs and attractions beforehand?
Make sure you bring some writing materials, whether that be to unleash your inner Hemingway and write about your experiences or anticipate those at your destination. Or draw or paint instead if drawing or painting are more your speed!
Don’t forget your power bank – it will ensure that all of your devices remain charged during the journey and won’t run out before arriving at their destinations. A portable charger with enough capacity to charge two iPhone Maxs should suffice, though if using maps or travel apps frequently on your phone it could require multiple charges before it runs out of juice!
Don’t Forget Your Loose Change
As our lives increasingly become digitalized, it can be easy to forget items you need when traveling – but forgetting even one could thwart your trip completely. Losing your passport could mean being denied entry; forgetting important business documents could result in losing clients or jobs; forgetting sunglasses could mean spending lots of money (and potentially your favorite pair!).
Before leaving any room/bus/train/plane, take time to thoroughly check everywhere – pockets, under seats, behind picture frames, books etc. You could also start setting aside loose change each day in anticipation of trips; it all adds up quickly!
Make sure not to forget anything by packing a travel cosmetic bag filled with essential toiletries – particularly useful when flying long distance. A cosmetic bag makes it easy to remember toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant and more; and their vibrant colors will make sure it won’t go missing! Additionally, remember to bring along an adaptor if going abroad!
