The pros say these simple things will make flying a breeze.
Hopping on an airplane should always be a happy occasion.
After all, it likely means youre heading somewhere new.
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Is your carry-on overweight?
Will you arrive at the airport on time?
But don’t fret there some ways to make your flying experience a bit smoother.
Here are nine essential tips that cabin crew members say will make your flying experience all the better.
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Do your homework on the aircraft before boarding.
This, Eren Tosya said, will help them set expectations.
Research luggage requirements.
Pack with purpose, especially with a carry-on.
For lighter items like tees, try rolling them, Teferra said.
Invest in the right luggage.
While style is important, travelers should look fordurable luggagethat makes the travel experience easier.
I always recommend usinghard-shell luggage, whether youre planning to check your bag or carry it on.
I recommend using hard-shell luggage to protect whatever youve packed and to make it easier to clean your bag.
Trebendis also suggested packing cubes, but takes it a step further with personal items.
Stay hydrated throughout your trip.
Youve booked your tickets, packed the right items, and found the best luggage.
During the flight, its important to ensure you drink water on the hour (about 8 oz.)
to keep your body hydrated.
And hydrate your skin, too.
Skin may dry up during long flights due to long periods of high altitude and pressurization, Johnson said.
I recommend keeping a travel-sized moisturizer on hand and applying every hour or two.
Download the airlines app.
Want to breeze throughairport securityand your flight?
see to it to download the airlines app, according to Johnson.
If you’re able to, drop your bags off the night before.
Airports are quite busy these days, and the lines at both check-in and security can get long.
Thats why Johnson recommends dropping off your luggage the night before you travel to save time.
Make your luggage easy to spot.
Finally, Johnson reminds everyone to not forget the last leg of the journey: baggage pickup.
Make your luggage easily Identifiable, Johnson said.
