Smart Hacks to Survive Long-Haul Flights/ Part 4

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.

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.
Jog First Thing in the Morning to Avoid Jet Lag
If you’re traveling internationally, you’ll most likely get jet-lagged. Nobody likes it, and everyone thinks there is no escaping it but that’s false. You can combat it by going for an early jog on the first morning of your trip.

Since the sun will be out, the boost of vitamin D will help your body adjust to the new schedule.
Always Be Kind to the Staff
This should be obvious but not everyone does this. Always be kind to the flight attendants and all the other people working in the service industry. You can always take this a step further by learning their name.

Have a Heart-to-Heart
Most people would rather keep to themselves on a flight, but people who travel often might like getting to know new people. You might find yourself on a flight with someone who likes to chit-chat and they could be really interesting but you’d have to indulge them with a conversation to find out. Getting to know someone new is fun so make the most of your long-haul flight.

You’ll be stuck next to someone for hours so make it count. But you don’t want to bother anyone so keep to having conversations with those that are keen.
Be Unbothered
Some people can be really friendly on planes, but others not so much. If you’re one of those that doesn’t want to be bothered, get your mean face ready. Most people will stop disturbing you if you give them the “death glare”.

Nobody will want to come near you, but that’s exactly what you want so good job.
Take It Easy
So many blunders can happen when you travel. Flights get delayed more often than you think, you can be seated next to someone who has no understanding of personal space, and even more disastrous things.

But half the time you cannot change these things so it’s better to just relax. In situations like these, a good attitude is the best attitude.
Go Against the Grain
As most of us know, the majority of people are right-handed. The world is designed for right-handed people and people tend to be inclined to move toward their dominant hand.

If you want to avoid long lines you need to go against the grain and take a left, if there’s a fork. Everything will be a lot faster.
Stretch a Little
Regular stretching on a long-haul flight is extremely beneficial to your overall health. Sitting for a long period of time will do some serious damage to your spine so you want to make sure you’re getting as much movement in your body as possible.

This is also good for your blood flow as the flow of blood to your limbs can be obstructed. A few basic stretches in the aisle every hour can make the world of difference. Be sure to keep it up and soon others will join you.
Turn on Your Phone Notifications
Apps can help you get a lot of information about an airport and other travel essentials. Applications like Trak-A-Line will help notify you of long lines.

There are a ton of other apps as well that can help you with traffic alerts and getting to the airport on time. This just makes the experience a lot easier and puts your mind at ease.
Be Respectful to Everyone Around You
Though you must know how important it is to be kind to the staff, you should also be aware of and polite to the people you are traveling with on the plane.
You might be going through a tough time, or maybe you’re simply exhausted, but you don’t know what’s happening in other people’s lives. Just be mindful of how you treat the other passengers.
Don’t Forget Your Scarf
You can never have too many clothing hacks. You might want to keep the frizz and knots at bay by the time you land so keep your hair wrapped up in a scarf. Not only is it practical, but it’s also really chic. Long-haul flights can be really stressful and to some, exhausting, but there are definitely ways to make the journey a lot more comfortable.

Now that you know them, you have no reason to not apply these simple tricks. Less anxiety and more fun – that’s our motto.