Flying can be a stressful experience, particularly with all the security checks, baggage restrictions, and general hassles of flying. We’re not suggesting you shouldn’t fly – on the contrary, it’s still one of the quickest ways to get from A to B. However, there are plenty of little things you can do to make your flight more enjoyable. These small measures will help reduce stress and anxiety. Keeping things organized and having certain essentials in your carry-on bag will mean that your trip runs more smoothly from the moment you check in until you exit the airport at your final destination.
A Bag to Organize Your Essentials
You can’t predict what will happen during your flight, but you can plan for the unexpected. A good tote bag or backpack can contain the essentials. You should always have travel insurance, a copy of your travel tickets, identification, your passport, a credit card, cash, and contact details for your airline all in one place. If you’re worried about keeping all these things together in your carry-on bag, you can use a travel wallet. These are designed to keep everything organized, so your valuables are easy to find. You should also have moisturizing wipes, sanitizing wipes, hand sanitizer, and ear plugs. If you tend to get car sick, these items will be invaluable.
Small Snacks for flying
You don’t have to eat everything on the plane, but you’ll inevitably need something to snack on during the flight. You’ll want to eat something light that doesn’t make you feel too full. If you’re lucky, you’ll get a meal on the plane; otherwise, you can stock your snack bag with things like nuts, trail mix, granola bars, and dried fruit. If you’re going to consume a liquid, then avoid anything that’s too carbonated as this can exacerbate ear pressure.
Headphones and Earplugs
If you want to listen to music or a podcast, you’ll need a pair of headphones. if the noise from the plane gets to you, earplugs might help. If you’re going to use noise-canceling headphones, make sure you have a way to charge them and your devices so you don’t run out of battery.
An empty water bottle for hydration
Hydration is important when you fly, but you might not want to drink water all the time. To avoid going to the bathroom every 20 minutes while you are flying, you can keep hydrated by sipping water. However, make sure you don’t fill your bottle with airplane water. This is because of the risk of contamination, so you should always use filtered water. The safest bet is to fill it up at a water fountain.
A Good Travel Pillow, a small blanket, and sleeping aid.
If you’re flying in economy class, you’ll likely want to rest your head on the seat in front of you. However, those seats are generally quite narrow and aren’t made for pillows. You can use a travel pillow to make your journey more comfortable. You should also have a small blanket in your bag. It doesn’t have to be anything fancy; just something warm that you can drape over your legs when you feel cold. Lastly, you should have a sleep aid in your bag. Whether you have a natural sleep aid, like magnesium, or take a prescription sleeping pill, having an extra source of rest can be invaluable.
Conclusion
The journey from point A to point B is often just as important as the destination. These little ways to make your flight more comfortable and enjoyable can help reduce stress and anxiety. Keeping things organized and having certain essentials in your carry-on bag will mean that your flying experience runs more smoothly from the moment you check in until you exit the airport at your final destination.