If you’re not prepared, airports and flying can be daunting. But there’s no need to hit the panic button just yet. Follow these useful tips for a comfortable start to your vacation in Oberammergau.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The trick to having a pain-free flight experience is to plan ahead. So, let’s start with the essentials: passport, boarding pass, credit cards and daily medications. Next, take on board items that’ll help keep you busy, like your laptop or a juicy novel. It’s also a wise idea to bring your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of earphones. Last but not least, don’t forget to toss in toiletries like a toothbrush, deodorant and a clean T-shirt.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Pack all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hair gel in your checked luggage. Any liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated by authorities. Sharp or pointed objects, like your precious Swiss Army knife, and dangerous goods which are flammable or explosive, such as flares, bleaching agents and gasoline, are also banned.
What to wear on a flight:
- The key to a comfortable flight is as simple as your clothing choices. Prepare for temperature changes by bringing layers. This will keep you nice and warm if the cabin starts to cool down. Shoes like stilettos, flip flops and lace-up boots are best left in your suitcase. Instead, opt for flat, closed-toed footwear like sneakers. Your feet will appreciate it.
- Unfortunately, one risk of long-haul flights is developing DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clot condition caused by extended periods of inactivity. To avoid this, make the most of every opportunity to stretch your legs and walk around the cabin. Compression tights and socks are another easy way to help reduce this risk.