Follow our golden 7 tips to prepare for your trip!!

 

  1. Book a flight that is in line with your bed time–

 

Booking a flight that is in line with your bedtime will encourage you to sleep throughout the beginning of your flight.

 

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  1. Make a ‘To Pack’ list-

 

Not only does this ensure that you have packed all necessary items but puts your mind at ease!

It is important to keep in mind that you will be able to purchase forgotten items while in the US.

 

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  1. Purchase a travel wallet-

 

Keep your visa, passport, tickets and USD in one wallet. You’ll need to pull out your travel wallet a number of times throughout your journey.

 

  1. Adapt your sleeping pattern to fall in line with your destination–

 

If you do not sleep well on the plane, it is advised that you adapt your sleeping pattern to your end destination. This is a great strategy to combat prolonged jet lag.

 

  1. Stay Hydrated–

 

Prior to your departure date, make the effort to stay hydrated. It is a known fact that recycled air within the plane can leave you dehydrated. It goes to without saying that staying hydrated increases your chance of fighting off unwanted sickness that is generally associated with travel.

 

  1. Reduce thigh altitude head aches-

 

Other than staying hydrated, pack some ‘Tiger Balm’ to apply to your temples neck to ease pain. High altitude headaches are very common, particularly if you don’t travel on long hall flights too often.

 

 

  1. Avoid Caffeine–

 

Apart from the dehydrating affects of caffeine, it is essential to avoid stimulants prior to boarding and during the flight. Caffeine can take up to 8 hours to leave your system and can therefore affect your natural sleeping pattern.

 

 

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