If you’re taking a long flight, you might feel the need to carry more stuff, but the reality is you don’t need it. One carry-on will more than suffice. If you’re a parent, you might get a pass, though.
However, it’s better for you and the plane to carry a light load because planes can get overloaded, which impacts the plane’s ability to maneuver in the air. Figure out what’s important to you and pack light.
Plan Ahead for Jet Lag
You can try and intercept your jet lag before the flight. You just need to adjust to a new schedule.
Picking flights that arrive in daylight and having an early night before you fly also helps.
Podcast to Last
Worried your battery life won’t last long? No need to be. Videos can consume a lot of your battery life, but there’s a great alternative, podcasts. They hardly use up any battery, and you’ll be enjoying them for hours. Download as many as you’d like to keep you busy during your flight.
Keep your options open by downloading a wide variety of topics. You never know what will pique your interest on the plane.
Get Some Work Done
Long flights can be boring, but not everyone can sleep through them. There are many ways to entertain yourself, but sometimes being productive and getting some work done is the best thing to do.
If your laptop is already there, why not? Additionally, it’ll make you look really cool on the flight.
Stay Away From Plane Blankets
Long-haul flights will always have blankets and pillows on hand, but if you care about hygiene, don’t accept them. They hardly get washed and they are used by many other passengers.
This is not the best decision for your health, especially if you’re sensitive to skin conditions or any other ailments. It’s simpler and better to just bring your own.