tips for flying Archives - Traveler Dreams Traveler Dreams Sun, 03 Dec 2023 08:40:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://travelerdreams.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-favicon-32x32.png tips for flying Archives - Traveler Dreams 32 32 3 Things to Avoid Doing While Flying https://travelerdreams.com/three-things-to-avoid-doing-while-flying/ Sat, 02 Dec 2023 10:26:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=26594 Spending hours in the sky with little place to move around can be frustrating for any traveler. Even more so when people behave inappropriately. Here are three things to avoid doing while flying to make the trip that little bit more pleasant. No Seat Swapping Generally, asking people to swap seats with you is frustrating, […]

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]]> Spending hours in the sky with little place to move around can be frustrating for any traveler. Even more so when people behave inappropriately. Here are three things to avoid doing while flying to make the trip that little bit more pleasant.

No Seat Swapping

Generally, asking people to swap seats with you is frustrating, especially if those people booked or even paid for those seats in advance. Unless there is a seriously important reason why you cannot sit in your pre-assigned seat, it’s better to rather remain where you were placed.

Don’t Forget Boarding Etiquette

Sometimes, when the flight crew calls passengers to the boarding gate, people rush to get to the front of the line – a chaotic sight to behold. Ultimately, being first in line makes no difference, as everyone will get on the place regardless. Rather than joining in the frenzy, exercise patience and save yourself from unnecessary stress in the process.

Say No to Smelly Food

As you know, a plane is an enclosed space, making smells all the more noticeable. With this in mind, it’s better to rather not eat strong-smelling food on board. Stick to snacks with scents that are less noticeable or maybe wait for the airline’s meals to come around.

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]]> Travel Accessories to Make Flying More Comfortable https://travelerdreams.com/travel-accessories-to-make-flying-more-comfortable/ Fri, 12 Nov 2021 06:10:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=15553 Most of us have found ourselves on a long flight at one point or another and know how uncomfortable it can be. It’s cramped and crowded and this can make it quite a challenge to relax and enjoy the journey. While we can’t do much about legroom, we do have a few favorite travel accessories […]

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]]> Most of us have found ourselves on a long flight at one point or another and know how uncomfortable it can be. It’s cramped and crowded and this can make it quite a challenge to relax and enjoy the journey. While we can’t do much about legroom, we do have a few favorite travel accessories to recommend that can help. Here are some of our favorite things to bring along whenever we’ve got a long flight.

Neck Pillows

Avoid the awkwardness of falling asleep on your neighbor with a neck pillow. It’ll allow you to relax and give your head something to rest on as you nod off, helping you to get some shuteye. Any neck pillow will do, but we love this one from Calpak. 

Noise Canceling Headphones

One of the most disrupting parts of long flights is the noise. People talk, babies cry, even the plane itself is quite loud. Give yourself some peace and quiet with headphones designed to block it all out. We find Bose makes great options, but there are plenty of brands available for whatever you’re looking for.

Silk Eye Mask

Many airlines will offer eye masks for long-haul flights, but we find that they’re not always very comfortable. The band may not fit right and the polyester material is often itchy. We like masks from the company Slip to help block out any light that may keep you from getting some much-needed rest.

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]]> Stretches to Help You Get Through Long Flights https://travelerdreams.com/stretches-to-help-you-get-through-long-flights/ Fri, 22 Oct 2021 15:48:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=15325 If you’ve ever been on a long flight, you know how uncomfortable it can be. Sitting for long periods can cause our legs to feel tight, almost as if the muscles are locked into place. Doing a few stretches before you get on the plane is a great way to make your experience more comfortable. […]

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]]> If you’ve ever been on a long flight, you know how uncomfortable it can be. Sitting for long periods can cause our legs to feel tight, almost as if the muscles are locked into place. Doing a few stretches before you get on the plane is a great way to make your experience more comfortable. Some of these hip stretches can be performed while sitting in a chair, but if you want to go deeper, feel free to practice on the floor before you board. Bonus points if you’re traveling with a yoga mat.

Seated Hip Stretch

Sit straight in your chair with your legs parallel. Lift your right foot and place it over your left knee so that your legs form a 90-degree angle. If you feel the stretch, remain where you are, but if you’d like a little more, lean forward slowly, keeping your back straight. Hold for five breaths and repeat on the other side.

Pigeon Pose

If you’re comfortable stretching on the floor, start in a downward-facing dog position. Raise your right leg into the air, careful to keep your hips squared toward the floor. Bring your leg forward and place your calf on the floor so that it’s parallel to the front of the mat (or the wall). You should feel a stretch in your right hip. Hold the pose for five breaths and repeat on your left side.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> tips for flying Archives - Traveler Dreams Traveler Dreams Sun, 03 Dec 2023 08:40:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://travelerdreams.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-favicon-32x32.png tips for flying Archives - Traveler Dreams 32 32 3 Things to Avoid Doing While Flying https://travelerdreams.com/three-things-to-avoid-doing-while-flying/ Sat, 02 Dec 2023 10:26:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=26594 Spending hours in the sky with little place to move around can be frustrating for any traveler. Even more so when people behave inappropriately. Here are three things to avoid doing while flying to make the trip that little bit more pleasant. No Seat Swapping Generally, asking people to swap seats with you is frustrating, […]

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]]> Spending hours in the sky with little place to move around can be frustrating for any traveler. Even more so when people behave inappropriately. Here are three things to avoid doing while flying to make the trip that little bit more pleasant.

No Seat Swapping

Generally, asking people to swap seats with you is frustrating, especially if those people booked or even paid for those seats in advance. Unless there is a seriously important reason why you cannot sit in your pre-assigned seat, it’s better to rather remain where you were placed.

Don’t Forget Boarding Etiquette

Sometimes, when the flight crew calls passengers to the boarding gate, people rush to get to the front of the line – a chaotic sight to behold. Ultimately, being first in line makes no difference, as everyone will get on the place regardless. Rather than joining in the frenzy, exercise patience and save yourself from unnecessary stress in the process.

Say No to Smelly Food

As you know, a plane is an enclosed space, making smells all the more noticeable. With this in mind, it’s better to rather not eat strong-smelling food on board. Stick to snacks with scents that are less noticeable or maybe wait for the airline’s meals to come around.

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]]> Travel Accessories to Make Flying More Comfortable https://travelerdreams.com/travel-accessories-to-make-flying-more-comfortable/ Fri, 12 Nov 2021 06:10:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=15553 Most of us have found ourselves on a long flight at one point or another and know how uncomfortable it can be. It’s cramped and crowded and this can make it quite a challenge to relax and enjoy the journey. While we can’t do much about legroom, we do have a few favorite travel accessories […]

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]]> Most of us have found ourselves on a long flight at one point or another and know how uncomfortable it can be. It’s cramped and crowded and this can make it quite a challenge to relax and enjoy the journey. While we can’t do much about legroom, we do have a few favorite travel accessories to recommend that can help. Here are some of our favorite things to bring along whenever we’ve got a long flight.

Neck Pillows

Avoid the awkwardness of falling asleep on your neighbor with a neck pillow. It’ll allow you to relax and give your head something to rest on as you nod off, helping you to get some shuteye. Any neck pillow will do, but we love this one from Calpak. 

Noise Canceling Headphones

One of the most disrupting parts of long flights is the noise. People talk, babies cry, even the plane itself is quite loud. Give yourself some peace and quiet with headphones designed to block it all out. We find Bose makes great options, but there are plenty of brands available for whatever you’re looking for.

Silk Eye Mask

Many airlines will offer eye masks for long-haul flights, but we find that they’re not always very comfortable. The band may not fit right and the polyester material is often itchy. We like masks from the company Slip to help block out any light that may keep you from getting some much-needed rest.

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]]> Stretches to Help You Get Through Long Flights https://travelerdreams.com/stretches-to-help-you-get-through-long-flights/ Fri, 22 Oct 2021 15:48:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=15325 If you’ve ever been on a long flight, you know how uncomfortable it can be. Sitting for long periods can cause our legs to feel tight, almost as if the muscles are locked into place. Doing a few stretches before you get on the plane is a great way to make your experience more comfortable. […]

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]]> If you’ve ever been on a long flight, you know how uncomfortable it can be. Sitting for long periods can cause our legs to feel tight, almost as if the muscles are locked into place. Doing a few stretches before you get on the plane is a great way to make your experience more comfortable. Some of these hip stretches can be performed while sitting in a chair, but if you want to go deeper, feel free to practice on the floor before you board. Bonus points if you’re traveling with a yoga mat.

Seated Hip Stretch

Sit straight in your chair with your legs parallel. Lift your right foot and place it over your left knee so that your legs form a 90-degree angle. If you feel the stretch, remain where you are, but if you’d like a little more, lean forward slowly, keeping your back straight. Hold for five breaths and repeat on the other side.

Pigeon Pose

If you’re comfortable stretching on the floor, start in a downward-facing dog position. Raise your right leg into the air, careful to keep your hips squared toward the floor. Bring your leg forward and place your calf on the floor so that it’s parallel to the front of the mat (or the wall). You should feel a stretch in your right hip. Hold the pose for five breaths and repeat on your left side.

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