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10 Tips For Long-Haul Flights

In order to explore the world, for work or maybe to study overseas we had to bear these long-haul flights which are usually intercontinental. Your next long-haul flight won't be that painful with these tips we have curated for you as your travel partner. 

1. WEAR YOUR MOST COMFORTABLE OUTFIT 

Being an optimist, we know that you can even meet your soulmate on this flight but the passengers are advised to wear their most comfy, old-school, loose-fitting tee shirt, shorts, track pants and sweatshirt or anything that is made by thin linen and it is easy to move around and even sleep in it. We understand that you look amazing in that fitted blouse or that high waist denims that hugs your body perfectly but after being on a plane for straight 17 hours that too sitting all this while you won’t even want to see that outfit with the same eye.  

2. INVEST IN A GOOD TRAVEL PILLOW, EARPLUGS AND EYE MASK 

If you are moving out or even going for a trip it is always a good idea to invest in these little travel gear that comforts you like your mom! We know ‘all we need is somebody to lean on’ but sometimes its only you who is looking for a shoulder hence we advise you to be an independent being! Even on the most elite airlines they give you something but no wonder how many times we have got broken mask strips and pillows that seems to deflate every half an hour. The kit can only be good for earplugs for which you always forget to carry and miss when your ears are hurting and you can't sleep. The eye masks are really soothing and honestly if we talk about those cool neck pillows if it’s a good pillow then you can even sleep when you are even standing in queue. 

3. ANY MUSIC GEAR/EARPHONES 

We all have our music taste and in a long-haul flight we are not always in mood to talk to new people and even to them who are with us already. A long-haul flight is the best place to watch that one movie your friends tell you should watch or you ain’t getting to watch that movie continuously. Getting your headphones will also make it possible for you to cancel that engine growls and to escape that little kid who must be crying at your backseat. And then there is music to feel good, to sleep and even to wake up before your flight.  

4. HANG IN WITH THE SMALLEST PERSONAL ITEM IN THE CABIN 

Regardless of how tall or short you are, with regards to sitting in similar seat for a really long time really long time, every last bit of extra space to move around is sacrosanct. Try not to restrict yours with an unnecessarily huge individual thing, which you'll be compelled to stash under the seat before you on the off chance that you've likewise welcomed a carry-on locally available. Decide on a pack that is adaptable and delicate, so you can crush it down assuming need be. 

5. BRING YOUR OWN SNACKS PREFERABLY HEALTHY ON BOARD 

Some people eat more some people eat less but we all eat good only. The long-haul flights are only tolerable when you are well fed and most of our mood depends on that only. It is very important that you carry all your favorite, healthy and feel-good chocolate or snacks with you. Although the long-haul flights do take care of your food because no one can survive it and you will all starve to death.                                                                                                                                

6. HYDRATE YOURSELF AND MOISTURISE 

At high altitude you will be facing two major issues dehydration and dull skin so you need to drink plenty of water to survive. And as we told you to wear your comfortable clothes, we intend to break your heart by telling you that you should wear your most hydrating skin serum and moisturizer and ‘NO MAKE UP’. Staying hydrated will also keep you going through your jet lag further.  

7. DOWNLOAD SOME BACKUP MOVIES ONTO YOUR TABLET OR LAPTOP 

In a long-haul flight, you obviously should carry your entertainment a book, latest edition of your favorite magazine and download some of the movies you feel like watching the download movie option is there for a reason for you barge into your next watchlist because you may not get an opportunity to watch a long-awaited movie that you should have watched a long ago or just download at least 10-12 episodes of the series of the TV series you were currently watching. 

8. KEEP YOUR CAFFEINE & ALCOHOL INTAKE TO A MINIMUM 

This is no brainier that you should keep your caffeine and alcohol intake less to get you less disturbed during your flight. Alcohol is although known to be your best friend while you are on a long-haul flight but we recommend you not to because that will keep you awake and make you more irritating sometime. We would recommend you to have green tea instead and lemon water.  

9. SANITIZERS, DISINFECTANT SPRAY OR WIPES 

Overcoming a worldwide pandemic who has kept us all home for a long time we can't let it in again into our lives, those bad smelling sanitizers and disinfectant spray has become a part of lifestyle. The disinfectant wipes and spray work as a magic on a long-haul flight with all the unhygienic passengers and common toilet area.  

10. CARRY YOUR PERSONAL TOILETRIES 

We all get very excited seeing those little packing of shampoos, handwash and moisturizer that looks cute but do not smell good and even hydrate you know that ‘all that shines is not gold’. We would advise you to carry your own moisturizer because it is going get really dry up in the air and we don’t want this reason to be another factor that irritates you while you are on board. Not just this, sometimes there is no refill to the things that are available in the washroom. 

BONUS TIP:- Everyone these days depend upon the online unified payments that would never be your loyal friend in the time you really need it. Cash is what comes a superman us from any incident that would could cause a problem. Cash is really important for any sort of purchase you need to do on board. We would advise you to book your tickets as soon as possible so that you can choose your favorite seat and buckle up. Get something to cover up, a shawl or a travel blanket to keep you cozy.  

So, what are you waiting for its not just these little tips that would help you survive a long-haul flight. It's also your travel company and we are best at our work where we book your seats according to your preferences. For your next cheap flight tickets, trust Airowings and talk to our Travel Experts who are available for you all day long!

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