Smart Hacks to Survive Long-Haul Flights/ third part

If you’re a frequent flyer you must have had your fair share of long-distance flights. And if you’re new to long journeys and you’re preparing for your first flight, welcome.
Don’t Go on Family Routes
If you have the option of choosing your own layover or connecting flight, we strongly suggest avoiding any of the usual family routes. For example, flights to Orlando may mean a family trip to Disney World.
You might not always be able to avoid them but it doesn’t hurt trying so you can get good sleep and peace of mind on your flight.
Bring Your Own Cup
One of the best things to do when traveling on a plane is to bring your own reusable water bottle or coffee cup. Flight attendants will be more than happy to fill it up with water or coffee and tea if you make a request.

It’s the best thing to bring with you. You won’t need to wait for food service to get drinks, and you can enjoy a warm beverage all flight long.
Catch a Movie
Long-haul flights do have entertainment systems on board but you can always make your experience better by watching something on your tablet or laptop. The screen quality on flight entertainment can be horrible and this can ruin the whole movie for you.

Stock up on your favorite movies and TV shows to fully enjoy the experience. You also don’t have to listen to passenger announcements that can break your focus while watching.
A Tip to Finding Cheaper Flights
Cookies on your browser track your internet usage patterns so they know each and every website that you visit. This can be a massive disadvantage if you continue searching for the same flights.

These cookies let companies know that you’re looking to buy which makes them mark up the price every time you check again. Private browsing or the Incognito window will be your best friend. Utilize them to avoid high costs.
Fragile: Handle With Care
People who travel often know what bags go through, and they know not to pack any valuables. However, if you must carry something valuable, mark your bag as fragile.

At the very least this will ensure that your bag is handled with care. If you’re lucky, it might even be on top of the pile.
Dress to Impress and Get an Upgrade
This might not always work and it’s definitely not a foolproof plan but if you get to the airport early, in a well-put-together outfit, and with a happy and cheery attitude, you could get some perks.

If you fail, you can just tell the check-in attendant that you’re on honeymoon if you’re traveling with someone. You might just get lucky.
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 at 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.
Make the Load Easier – Carry Less on the Plane
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.