Long-Haul Flight Survival Tips

2. Wear Shoes
Never, I repeat NEVER, use plane toilets without wearing shoes. The flight attendants work hard to keep these areas clean but I'm sure you can guess what some of the splashes on the floor are and do you really want to walk in that – and then take it back to your seat? You need loose comfortable shoes as your feet can swell during the flight so I recommend traveling in lightweight sandals.
3. Two Drinks
Flight attendants tell me it's OK to ask for two drinks at a time so you don't need to call them back in 5 minutes. Remember to drink plenty of water and juice to keep you hydrated, and avoid caffeinated soft drinks, plus tea and coffee.
4. Basic Toiletries
Even with liquid security restrictions, we are allowed basic toiletries on board. (Do check before traveling in case the situation changes.) I'd advise taking a small toothpaste (under 100ml) and toothbrush, a small moisturizer, and deodorant. It's should also stop people taking too long on the toilets! Remember you can freshen up in the airport toilets when you collect your luggage if you have friends coming to meet you and you're worried about smelling!
5. Get Your Food Earlier
If you like to eat early, order a special meal. (You will need to book this when booking your ticket. Allow at least 24 hours.) I am vegetarian and always get my meal before everyone else. But do note, your tray won't be cleared away any earlier.A long flight in an economy seat doesn't have to be something to endure. These tips will help you travel more comfortably.
1. Avoiding Jet Lag
Jet lag is the disruption of the body's rhythms with travel across time zones, plus probably pre-travel sleep deprivation. You need to adopt the 'rhythms' of your destination to help adjust, so set your watch to the destination time as soon as you are on board. Flights east generally caused worse symptoms than those westbound. A general rule of thumb is that the number of days needed to recover is equal to two thirds of the time zones crossed. With westbound flights, the number is half the time zones crossed.

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