Travel gear - my must haves for a comfy flight
Everyone has different needs on a flight - some people (like my sister) run hot and can fall asleep at a moments notice in practically any position, while I’m absolutely freezing and struggle to get any shut eye. So if you are one of the lucky ones and have no issues sleeping or getting comfortable while squeezed into an airline seat, you can probably skip this post.
Noise canceling things: I actually bring multiple items for this - both over the ear headphones (along with my airpods) and regular ear plugs.
Eye mask: A friend of mine purchased those ones that say ‘wake me for the beverage cart’ - if that is a priority, then go for it! I tend to go the silk route as I’ve tried a number of different types including those cupped over the eye ones and prefer the light silk feel.
Pillow, blanket, and yes - a foot rest: This is a must for me on long flights and I go more in depth about that here:
Water bottle: Doesn’t really matter which one - I have so many different versions, that it just depends on the trip. But take one, it will save you both $ and a dehydration headache. Nothing worse than some turbulence and they delay serving anything. Beyond water, I don’t tend to take any food - maybe a granola bar, but generally I try to eat very light on the plane and they have plenty of snacks for free on international flights.
Nausea meds: While I have the prescription scopolomine patches - they dry me out and it takes days to get that thick flemmy-ness to go away. So I’ve gone to meclizine (dramamine, but generic and ultra affordable) and these patches. I have tried the antinausea watches that have electrical stimulation…pretty sure that activates my vomiting response as both times I’ve used it on a flight I’ve puked. Normally, I just feel a bit nauseaus and may have wished I would puke, but dont. So I gave up on those experiments. Ultimately, you have to figure out what works for you!
Other meds: always pack your prescriptions in your carry on! I like to keep a tiny container (yes, I know you aren’t supposed to) with tums, gas x, and some advil in it.
Clothes/shoes: I talk more about this here: But the key take aways are layers, compression socks, and comfort. Yes, I try to wear muted colors and nicer stuff - in the mythical off chance I get an upgrade. But since this has yet to happen (even when wearing business attire), I chose to be comfortable.
