Simple tips that will make your next flight more comfortable

It is difficult to argue with the fact that the best part of the flight - this is the end. children squealing, the lack of legroom, turbulence - all this makes the flight more like a nuisance than some luxury, as previously thought.

In this article, we gathered 10 tips to help you take the next flight by plane more comfortable.

1. Force yourself to move

Did you know that recent studies have shown: a total of five flights increase during the three months the likelihood of blood clots in the vessels as much as three times compared with the two or three flight to the same the gap? Or that the people who are in the air about 12 hours and the likelihood of blood clots is 70 times higher than that of those who are in flight only 4 hours?

There is another unpleasant thing, which is called "stagnant hypoxia." It is not nothing but a lack of oxygen caused by a long stay in an inactive state. Blood accumulates in the lower extremities and does not reach the top of the trunk.

To prevent unpleasant consequences, it is recommended to get up and move in the aisle, as far as possible. But what if you stand prevents turbulence or other factors? In this case, wiggle your toes and pull the socks. This is to some extent help to disperse blood.

2. Beware of cold and viruses

Air Flight updated 20 times per hour (Moscow underground only four times per hour). But even the fresh air does not protect 100% of the virus, if you were close to the sick person or freeze because poorly tolerate low temperatures in the plane.

Take the time to take flight in some big scarf or cloak, which can be wrapped if necessary. In extreme cases, these things can be rolled up and used as a pillow.

And one more recommendation: Always have on hand antiseptic to reduce the risk of catching an unwanted infection.

3. Do not drink caffeine

Discard the coffee and other beverages, comprising caffeine. This is especially important if you will have a night flight or crossing time zones.

Caffeine lasts from 2 to 6 hours after reception. Caffeine interferes with sleep, what makes a person irritable and nervous. And it's not exactly what you need in flight.

4. Choose a place with less impact turbulence

Not all places in the plane equally susceptible to turbulence. Experts believe that the space located above the wings or close to the aircraft's center of gravity, can significantly reduce the effects of turbulence, and in the wake of it will be felt much stronger.

Site SeatGuru.com It will help you determine where the best locations on your voyage.

5. Try to book a place with space for feet

Skyscanner, Service to find flights, conducted a survey in which it was revealed that there is sufficient space leg during the flight - this is one of the main factors affecting the flight of satisfaction (60% of respondents said So). The average distance between the seats in an airplane - 780-810 mm.

On SeatGuru already mentioned website there is a special indicator Guru Factor, which reflects the level of comfort chosen location. Based on these data, you can determine which flight can offer you the most comfortable on your budget. Very handy thing.

6. Drink more water

The World Health Organization has calculated that the required amount of water for human - 30 ml per 1 kg body weight per day. But it is worth considering more and the fact that the plane low humidity and dry air, which causes dryness of the skin and mucous membranes, coughing, discomfort in the eyes. Therefore, on board the aircraft needed drink even more. Coffee, tea and other drinks have a diuretic effect, which contributes to dehydration.

7. Choose a location near a window

In a survey of at Skyscanner, which has already been mentioned, a quarter of all respondents said that the view from the airplane window - this is another factor that affects the overall impression of the flight.

8. Stock up on everything you need for a good night's sleep

Good noise-canceling headphones can drown out the screams of children in the cabin of the aircraft, but they will not help you hide from the bright light. So do not be lazy to take a mask for sleep. Here are just a select mask with special pads, which do not allow the dressing to fit tightly eyes. This is to ensure that the bandage is not pressed on the eyelids and eyes are free to move during REM sleep. This will allow you to relax better.

9. Prepare in advance for jet lag

Jetlag leads to crash the usual daily rhythm. The best that can be offered in this case, - prepare yourself in advance. For example, imagine that you are in the time zone where the plan to get there. Eat, drink, sleep, in accordance with the time zone of your destination.

10. Avoid hunger

I think, for you will not be news if I say that the food on the plane, to put it mildly, leaves much to be desired. Unfortunately, this is little we can do about it, if only to take with a light snack.

And what to do if you are after a long journey or after a change of the next flight? Stomach rumbling, and you want to have such a degree that tolerate no strength?

In that case, there is one good advice. To get food on board quickly, give up meals with meat. For example, order a vegetarian menu or some special dish. Typically, such food brought in the first place, besides it is not worth the extra money.