General Article How to Survive a Long-Haul Flight: Share These Tips for Comfortable Travel with Your Clients.

Although air travel has become efficient for travellers to reach their destination, there are still flights that can be lengthy too far away countries. As a travel supplier you can share these useful tips with your clients to help them endure long distance flights, and also apply them for your own benefit when flying long distances.

Long-haul flights can be a daunting prospect for travellers, but with a little preparation and some smart strategies, you can make your/their journey more comfortable and less stressful. ( *Note that this article is written in a way that benefits yourself and your clients.)

Here are some tips you can share to help travellers survive a long-haul flight:

Before their Flight:

• Pack Smart: Recommend that travellers pack light to avoid lugging heavy bags through the airport. Choose comfortable clothing that is easy to move around in while flying. Check flight supplier’s websites details of regulations of what is not allowed, and baggage weight restrictions.
• Stay Well Hydrated: During long flights it is important for travellers to drink sufficient liquids to stay well hydrated. Take along and approved water bottle and drink plenty of water, and electrolyte drinks before your flight to stay hydrated. Avoid excessive drinking of coffee and alcohol, as these beverages can dehydrate you further.
• Get Enough Sleep: The day before embarking on a long haul flight, ensure that you tell travellers to be well-rested before your flight. Try and get a good night's sleep, (*although difficult when excited about the trip); can help feel more energized and alert.

During Your/their Flights:

• Choose Your Seat Wisely: As a travel agent help them choose their seat and class. The most popular choices are the aisle seats. These give them easier access to the restroom, without disturbing fellow passengers, and the ability to stretch your/their legs into the aisle areas.
• Drink Sufficient Liquids: Don’t be afraid to ask flight attendants for water or fruit juices throughout the flight. As already mentioned, don’t drink excessive caffeine or alcohol while flying long distances, as they will dehydrate you/them further.
• Move Around: Without disturbing fellow passengers, consider getting up often, and walking around the cabin every hour or two. This will improve blood circulation and prevent stiffness from sitting too long in one position.
• Practice Deep Breathing: take deep breaths and do some deep breathing exercises which can help reduce stress and anxiety.
• Stay Entertained: Although todays airlines offer a myriad of entertainment on board, it is further recommended to bring books, magazines, or a tablet loaded with movies, TV shows, and music that you /they prefer.
• Use Noise-Cancelling Headphones: A great investment especially for long haul flights as these are useful to block out the droning engine noise, and create a more peaceful environment.
• Eye Mask and Earplugs: These essentials can help you/ them sleep or relax by blocking out noise and cabin lighting.
• Moisturize: Consider using a disposable hydrating face mist or cream moisturizer to combat dry cabin air on long flights.
• Eat Light: It is sensible to choose light meals and snacks to avoid feeling bloated and sluggish. You/they can take along a few small preferred healthy snacks of your own if approved by the airlines.
• Avoid Excessive Alcohol: While a drink can help you relax while flying, it should be stressed that excessive alcohol consumption can lead to dehydration and discomfort.

After Your/their Flight:

• Stretch: Once you/clients land, you should take a few minutes to stretch legs and arms to loosen up stiff muscles, and do some deep breathing exercises in fresh air.
• Hydrate: Once again, it should be stressed that drinking plenty of water, or preferred fluids to rehydrate your/their body.
• Move Around: Without being annoying to other passengers that have also arrived, take some time to walk around the airport to get your/their blood flowing.

Share this information with your travel clients, and apply it for your own benefit when you go on long distance flights too. By following these tips, you can make your/their long-haul flight more comfortable and enjoyable.

Remember, a little preparation can go a long way in ensuring a pleasant travel experience. Your travel clients will appreciate your guidance and tips, so consider adjusting/editing this article and printing it out for them.