Comments on: Avoiding Jet Lag And Other Long Haul Tips

By: Amber

Amber — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 06:00:35 +0000

Hi Bud – personally I’d always do it in the bathroom! Perhaps I should have made that clear – I’d definitely not be that intrusive to my fellow passengers.

By: Bud McGinty

Bud McGinty — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 04:46:50 +0000

“…If it’s not 3am when you land, brush your hair before you disembark….”

I must disagree.

If you feel the need to brush your hair, do it after you deplane. Show some courtesy to the passengers sitting next to you. Please keep your hair sheddings to yourself.

By: MO

MO — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 23:13:13 +0000

Take pictures of all your luggage, also take a picture of your home address from any mail that has arrived at your home. Take picture of Boarding pass if you are going to be in transit or email your boarding information to your cell phone. You never know when you may need those information. If someone finds your camera, they will know your address from the picture you will have in your camera of your home address.

By: Becca

Becca — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 16:02:16 +0000

Your tips are amazing, im flying to auckland literally next week and am sure to follow your watch changing tip was really confused about the whole jet lag thing i couldnt get my head around the fact that i will be time travelling??? Plus im glad to hear singapore airlines are good!

thanks xx

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By: Sherin

Sherin — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 16:47:57 +0000

Good music definitely is a life saver on planes.
Dressing comfortably is also key. I can never wear skirts/dresses on a plane. Jeans, trainers and a top always make for comfortable travelling.
Once I land, I try to have a shower as quick as possible, and it really freshens me up.

By: Amber : CFS

Amber : CFS — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 15:20:41 +0000

Young: Yes! Pillows are wicked good, I just wish I could find one I liked – too lazy to blow one up/don’t like the beady ones. Let me know if you find a good brand o’ pillow.

LJ: True true, a seat nest really helps you feel better. I find there’s something about having your legs covered. I’ve also heard booking a middle seat (out of 3 in an aisle) lessens the chance of people choosing to sit next to you. Voila, more room :)

Everyone else: Definitely bring your good tips to the party!

By: little_lj

little_lj — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:39:16 +0000

I totally do the socks/shoe thing, the movie thing and the mask thing. Oh and the live by your destination time thing. Also, I find if you get on the plane on a long-haul flight, just try and really make the area like a little snuggly home. Use the free blankets and pillows to stay nice and warm. Also one cool tip I read somewhere: if you lucky enough that when the plane has boarded there are loads of empty seats, you don’t have to stay in your assigned seat… I make a beeline for one of those 3/4 seaters in the middle and stretch out like a little bed.

By: Young

Young — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:31:26 +0000

Super tips, Amber!
I’d add getting one of those neck pillows. I haven’t got one myself, because I always keep forgetting to buy one and my sleeping on plane skillz have gone and keep going downhill! They really help avoiding neck pains while sleeping. MUST get one before I fly next!
I watched about eight movies on my way back from Australia – a new record! Singapore Airlines is truly awesome. I’ve had really good experiences with Air France and Delta Airlines as well.
Also, the extra socks tip?! So true!

By: Sheena

Sheena — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 17:24:15 +0000

Great tips. You are mighty clever.