Survive Those Long Flights

I'm currently in Stockholm, Sweden. Amazingly, the metro runs 24 hours (every 15 minutes). So even those living in the suburbs can enjoy the city and quickly get home. Uber feels unnecessary because public transportation is so readily available.

Most people hate long flights, but I love them. I look forward to these flights because I can catch up on reading, writing, and planning. However, long flights haven't always been the most comfortable for me. So here are my tips to make these flights more pleasant.

Buy first-class: This is not an option for me. If you're in the same boat, continue reading. Side Note: I know I can use my money/points to get first-class flights at great rates. But, I want to maximize the number of trips I can take. I'm the type of person that would stay in the cargo hold if that was an option.

I still won't fly Spirit, though.

Bring extra layers and a scarf: My scarf game is strong - The temperatures in an airplane can change quickly, so be prepared. For example, If the plane is waiting on the tarmac, the pilot may turn off the AC, increasing the plane's temperature dramatically. Regardless of the season, I always bring multiple layers to adjust quickly.

Compression socks: I swear by these. Compression socks help prevent blood clots and varicose veins. It's not good for the body to sit for an extended period, so stay safe and healthy enough to go on more trips. Buy a cheap pair on Amazon.

Drink plenty of liquids: Traveling is exhausting, especially with time zone differences, so drinking water is essential. Don't start a vacation depleted.

Have multiple sources of entertainment: Sometimes, the inflight service sucks. Download all shows, movies, and music beforehand as a fallback option.

Bring extra snacks: Don't you hate it when you're so hungry on the plane, and it feels like an eternity before the snack cart comes by? Don't suffer. Prepack snacks, and when the snack cart eventually comes around, eat those snacks too. Eat everything.

Noise-canceling headphones: Snorers, babies, pets, obnoxious people, and extreme extroverts. I cancel all of them out. I like the AirPod Pros because they're small. In addition, I download white noise on my phone to block everything out.

Medication: Sickness can strike at any time, so stay ready. For example, I got nausea on a flight, which is extremely rare. I instantly popped a Dramamine from my bag and was good for the rest of the flight. Here's a guide on which medication to bring.

What tricks do you use to survive on long flights?