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]]>Gather a few must-need items in your carry-on such as an extra pacifier, diapers, wipes, little toys, a small blanket, and maybe some food or snacks. This will significantly help fussy kids, especially on long flights or road trips.
Feed your baby before take off and before landing in order to keep their ears from popping. This may mitigate the discomfort from their ears as well as distract them from how scary take off and landing can be.
This tip will be helpful especially when on long flights when you’re inevitably going to spread out and relax. It may also be more comfortable for your baby when they, hopefully, fall asleep!
Babies are easily amused and distracted. So, if your little one is having a difficult time during the flight, turn on a show with many colors, talk to them, or even walk up and down the aisle in the plane if there is no turbulence. Coloring pages, books, and small toys can also be soothing and distracting, especially if your baby gets restless.
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]]>The post Load the Overhead Bin Like a Pro appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Heavy Lifting
Carry-on bags should not exceed a weight above 7 kilograms, but lifting them up above your head is not always the easiest task. While the flight attendants can assist, they are not allowed to do it for you so as to not injure their backs. We don’t want you to get backache either, so bend your knees, use both hands to grip the bag’s handle firmly, and lift with your leg muscles. Be mindful to not twist your body.
Get in Position
Placing your carry-on in the right position is the key to stow it properly. Always put the wheels in first. Modern planes often have taller bins which allow you to place your case wheels first, on its side. For those that don’t, you can put the carry-on in long ways, but it doesn’t leave the most room for other passengers.
Sharing is Caring
The overhead compartments are for all passengers to use. Although space may be tight, it is never ever okay to remove another person’s bag to make room for your own. If you cannot stow the case directly above your seat, choose a bin further up or down, depending on which direction you are set to disembark. That way, you are not a salmon swimming upstream who is delaying those around you.
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]]>The post This is How Passengers Really Feel About Plane Etiquette appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Feet on the Ground, Please
We know, plane seats are not the most comfortable. You may find yourself twisting and squirming to find a position that works, but don’t put your feet up on the seat in front of you. 68% of respondents are against the practise, while a further 24% believe that your socks should stay on at all times.
No Phone Zone
Humans are addicted to their phones, so the desire to turn yours on as soon as you land is understandable. That said, 69% of passengers find it rude to make phone calls between landing and leaving the plane.
Be Kind, Recline
Reclining your plane seat is one of the most controversial topics. There have actually been court cases about it. Overall, 88% of people feel that reclining is okay to do, while a third believe that it should only be done in the case of a long or overnight flight.
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]]>The post Should You Lean Your Seat Back On a Plane? appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>There are those who make the simple that “since we can, therefore we should.” This is perhaps the most common opinion. After all, why would airlines give people the option to recline if it wasn’t a good thing to do? Therefore, these people happily recline with no second thought.
But then there are those who stubbornly refuse to recline their chairs because they’re so conscious about those sitting behind them. These people are painfully aware of how much of a burden they cause others by reclining that they simply avoid doing it altogether.
We’re here with the optimal solution. Start your flight off completely upright, and see if you can get comfortable like that. However, if the person in front of you reclines—that’s when you can recline yourself and do it in good conscience.
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]]>The post This is Why You Shouldn’t Remove Your Shoes When Flying appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The casual, and often intimate, environment within an airplane can lead to people sometimes getting a little too comfy (and we don’t just mean nodding off on their neighbor’s shoulder). One thing that travelers should avoid doing onboard is removing their shoes. This is why.
Being 38,000 feet above sea level can do some unusual things to your body. One of these is having your legs and feet swell up from sitting for a long period of time, allowing all the blood to pool. If you decide to take off your shoes during the flight, you may find that you struggle to put them back on.
While the air on planes is supremely clean, the same cannot always be said for the rest of the cabin. Depending on the turn-around time between flights, cleaning the cabin may be as basic as simply throwing out the trash or quickly wiping down the bathroom door handle. Carpets are typically only vacuumed if time allows, and planes usually go through a deep cleaning once every 4-6 weeks. Thus, going barefoot may result in picking up bacteria and viruses—or worse: a fungal infection.
Nobody wants that, so next time you fly, consider keeping your shoes on.
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]]>The post 3 Things to Keep in Mind When Booking Connecting Flights appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Connecting flights are often cheaper than direct ones, but you should usually avoid them at all costs if a direct flight is an option. You’ll save yourself a lot of time by flying directly to your destination, and you’ll have no extra expenses during your connection.
Timing is everything when it comes to your connecting flight because you could even miss your connection if you don’t time it right. Make sure to have at least an hour for domestic and two hours for international flights so you could make your connection, and consider researching the layout of the airport beforehand.
Also, make sure to never book the last flight of the day to your destination so you could have a backup plan in case of delays or cancelations.
Try to book your connecting flights with the same airline because it makes baggage transfer much easier. If your flights are booked individually, you’ll have to pick up your bags before heading to your next flight and lose a lot of time along the way.
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]]>The post 3 Things to Keep in Mind About Bringing Bottled Water on a Plane appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The best possible option, both in terms of travel and life in general, is bringing a reusable water bottle along. It’s the most eco-friendly option, but it’s important to make sure your water bottle is empty before packing it to avoid the risk of security throwing it away.
Water bottles that can fit only 100 milliliters are also available and you can easily go through security with them, but they don’t make much sense. This amount of water can be drunk in a single sip, and you’ll have to refill your bottle constantly, so it’s much better to pack an empty reusable water bottle.
It’s highly likely that security won’t throw away your regular plastic water bottle as long as it’s empty. Make sure to drink your water or pour it out before going through security and refill it post-security. If they throw it away, you can always buy a new bottle of water and refill it along the way.
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]]>The post Activities to Bring on the Plane appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The most common and most obvious is, of course, to bring something to read. Plane rides are a great opportunity to catch up on your favorite novel, magazine, or newspaper. Just stick a paperback in your bag and then you’ve got some entertainment for wherever you are, anytime you need to wait around.
Adult coloring books have become a trend, often with more complicated designs like mandalas or detailed drawings. Many people find focusing on something like coloring an intricate design to be relaxing and meditative, and you get to use your creative skills and make something beautiful as well. Buy yourself a pack of colored pencils or markers to carry around, and empty your mind during your plane ride by coloring.
If you like working your puzzling muscles in your free time, try bringing a Rubik’s cube or another 3D contained puzzle to work on during the ride. They are small and convenient to carry around, and can occupy you for long stretches of time without getting boring.
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]]>The post 3 Secrets About Choosing Your Plane Seat appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>No matter where you are traveling or how long the flight is, the number one thing which contributes to your comfiness and happiness on an airplane is the amount of legroom you have. Always try for aisle or exit row seats that give you space to stretch out, especially if you are tall.
Airlines have begun offering “upgrades” which allow you to move to seats with supposedly more legroom if you pay while booking. However, keep in mind that the cost probably outweighs the benefit and that there is a good chance that some of these seats will be vacant and open for the taking when you board.
The online seat map for flights is a great tool that you can use in order to “game” the system when looking for a good seat. You might see that there is a large section without any other passengers, which could give you lots of space to spread out.
The post 3 Secrets About Choosing Your Plane Seat appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The post Best Tips for Sleeping on Airplanes appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>If you’re not already bringing a neck pillow, eye mask, and earplugs on airplanes with you, you’re definitely missing out. Sure, it may seem like a waste of space to pack something you’ll only use while traveling and not when you get to your destination, but it will be worth it when you get some REM cycles as a result.
Flights have notoriously weird temperatures and if you’re too cold, it’ll be much harder to fall asleep. Bringing warm socks, a blanket, and a cozy sweater will make it much easier for you to bear that frigid airplane air.
If nothing else works, you can always have a glass of wine or take a sleep aid on the airplane that will knock you out. Just make sure you’re doing it safely!
The post Best Tips for Sleeping on Airplanes appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The post Top Tips For Flying With a Toddler appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Gather a few must-need items in your carry-on such as an extra pacifier, diapers, wipes, little toys, a small blanket, and maybe some food or snacks. This will significantly help fussy kids, especially on long flights or road trips.
Feed your baby before take off and before landing in order to keep their ears from popping. This may mitigate the discomfort from their ears as well as distract them from how scary take off and landing can be.
This tip will be helpful especially when on long flights when you’re inevitably going to spread out and relax. It may also be more comfortable for your baby when they, hopefully, fall asleep!
Babies are easily amused and distracted. So, if your little one is having a difficult time during the flight, turn on a show with many colors, talk to them, or even walk up and down the aisle in the plane if there is no turbulence. Coloring pages, books, and small toys can also be soothing and distracting, especially if your baby gets restless.
The post Top Tips For Flying With a Toddler appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The post Load the Overhead Bin Like a Pro appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Heavy Lifting
Carry-on bags should not exceed a weight above 7 kilograms, but lifting them up above your head is not always the easiest task. While the flight attendants can assist, they are not allowed to do it for you so as to not injure their backs. We don’t want you to get backache either, so bend your knees, use both hands to grip the bag’s handle firmly, and lift with your leg muscles. Be mindful to not twist your body.
Get in Position
Placing your carry-on in the right position is the key to stow it properly. Always put the wheels in first. Modern planes often have taller bins which allow you to place your case wheels first, on its side. For those that don’t, you can put the carry-on in long ways, but it doesn’t leave the most room for other passengers.
Sharing is Caring
The overhead compartments are for all passengers to use. Although space may be tight, it is never ever okay to remove another person’s bag to make room for your own. If you cannot stow the case directly above your seat, choose a bin further up or down, depending on which direction you are set to disembark. That way, you are not a salmon swimming upstream who is delaying those around you.
The post Load the Overhead Bin Like a Pro appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The post This is How Passengers Really Feel About Plane Etiquette appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Feet on the Ground, Please
We know, plane seats are not the most comfortable. You may find yourself twisting and squirming to find a position that works, but don’t put your feet up on the seat in front of you. 68% of respondents are against the practise, while a further 24% believe that your socks should stay on at all times.
No Phone Zone
Humans are addicted to their phones, so the desire to turn yours on as soon as you land is understandable. That said, 69% of passengers find it rude to make phone calls between landing and leaving the plane.
Be Kind, Recline
Reclining your plane seat is one of the most controversial topics. There have actually been court cases about it. Overall, 88% of people feel that reclining is okay to do, while a third believe that it should only be done in the case of a long or overnight flight.
The post This is How Passengers Really Feel About Plane Etiquette appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The post Should You Lean Your Seat Back On a Plane? appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>There are those who make the simple that “since we can, therefore we should.” This is perhaps the most common opinion. After all, why would airlines give people the option to recline if it wasn’t a good thing to do? Therefore, these people happily recline with no second thought.
But then there are those who stubbornly refuse to recline their chairs because they’re so conscious about those sitting behind them. These people are painfully aware of how much of a burden they cause others by reclining that they simply avoid doing it altogether.
We’re here with the optimal solution. Start your flight off completely upright, and see if you can get comfortable like that. However, if the person in front of you reclines—that’s when you can recline yourself and do it in good conscience.
The post Should You Lean Your Seat Back On a Plane? appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The post This is Why You Shouldn’t Remove Your Shoes When Flying appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The casual, and often intimate, environment within an airplane can lead to people sometimes getting a little too comfy (and we don’t just mean nodding off on their neighbor’s shoulder). One thing that travelers should avoid doing onboard is removing their shoes. This is why.
Being 38,000 feet above sea level can do some unusual things to your body. One of these is having your legs and feet swell up from sitting for a long period of time, allowing all the blood to pool. If you decide to take off your shoes during the flight, you may find that you struggle to put them back on.
While the air on planes is supremely clean, the same cannot always be said for the rest of the cabin. Depending on the turn-around time between flights, cleaning the cabin may be as basic as simply throwing out the trash or quickly wiping down the bathroom door handle. Carpets are typically only vacuumed if time allows, and planes usually go through a deep cleaning once every 4-6 weeks. Thus, going barefoot may result in picking up bacteria and viruses—or worse: a fungal infection.
Nobody wants that, so next time you fly, consider keeping your shoes on.
The post This is Why You Shouldn’t Remove Your Shoes When Flying appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The post 3 Things to Keep in Mind When Booking Connecting Flights appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Connecting flights are often cheaper than direct ones, but you should usually avoid them at all costs if a direct flight is an option. You’ll save yourself a lot of time by flying directly to your destination, and you’ll have no extra expenses during your connection.
Timing is everything when it comes to your connecting flight because you could even miss your connection if you don’t time it right. Make sure to have at least an hour for domestic and two hours for international flights so you could make your connection, and consider researching the layout of the airport beforehand.
Also, make sure to never book the last flight of the day to your destination so you could have a backup plan in case of delays or cancelations.
Try to book your connecting flights with the same airline because it makes baggage transfer much easier. If your flights are booked individually, you’ll have to pick up your bags before heading to your next flight and lose a lot of time along the way.
The post 3 Things to Keep in Mind When Booking Connecting Flights appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The post 3 Things to Keep in Mind About Bringing Bottled Water on a Plane appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The best possible option, both in terms of travel and life in general, is bringing a reusable water bottle along. It’s the most eco-friendly option, but it’s important to make sure your water bottle is empty before packing it to avoid the risk of security throwing it away.
Water bottles that can fit only 100 milliliters are also available and you can easily go through security with them, but they don’t make much sense. This amount of water can be drunk in a single sip, and you’ll have to refill your bottle constantly, so it’s much better to pack an empty reusable water bottle.
It’s highly likely that security won’t throw away your regular plastic water bottle as long as it’s empty. Make sure to drink your water or pour it out before going through security and refill it post-security. If they throw it away, you can always buy a new bottle of water and refill it along the way.
The post 3 Things to Keep in Mind About Bringing Bottled Water on a Plane appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The post Activities to Bring on the Plane appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The most common and most obvious is, of course, to bring something to read. Plane rides are a great opportunity to catch up on your favorite novel, magazine, or newspaper. Just stick a paperback in your bag and then you’ve got some entertainment for wherever you are, anytime you need to wait around.
Adult coloring books have become a trend, often with more complicated designs like mandalas or detailed drawings. Many people find focusing on something like coloring an intricate design to be relaxing and meditative, and you get to use your creative skills and make something beautiful as well. Buy yourself a pack of colored pencils or markers to carry around, and empty your mind during your plane ride by coloring.
If you like working your puzzling muscles in your free time, try bringing a Rubik’s cube or another 3D contained puzzle to work on during the ride. They are small and convenient to carry around, and can occupy you for long stretches of time without getting boring.
The post Activities to Bring on the Plane appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The post 3 Secrets About Choosing Your Plane Seat appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>No matter where you are traveling or how long the flight is, the number one thing which contributes to your comfiness and happiness on an airplane is the amount of legroom you have. Always try for aisle or exit row seats that give you space to stretch out, especially if you are tall.
Airlines have begun offering “upgrades” which allow you to move to seats with supposedly more legroom if you pay while booking. However, keep in mind that the cost probably outweighs the benefit and that there is a good chance that some of these seats will be vacant and open for the taking when you board.
The online seat map for flights is a great tool that you can use in order to “game” the system when looking for a good seat. You might see that there is a large section without any other passengers, which could give you lots of space to spread out.
The post 3 Secrets About Choosing Your Plane Seat appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>The post Best Tips for Sleeping on Airplanes appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>If you’re not already bringing a neck pillow, eye mask, and earplugs on airplanes with you, you’re definitely missing out. Sure, it may seem like a waste of space to pack something you’ll only use while traveling and not when you get to your destination, but it will be worth it when you get some REM cycles as a result.
Flights have notoriously weird temperatures and if you’re too cold, it’ll be much harder to fall asleep. Bringing warm socks, a blanket, and a cozy sweater will make it much easier for you to bear that frigid airplane air.
If nothing else works, you can always have a glass of wine or take a sleep aid on the airplane that will knock you out. Just make sure you’re doing it safely!
The post Best Tips for Sleeping on Airplanes appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>