5 Items I Never Fly Without
For long, international flights, there are a few key items that go a loooong way in providing comfort. They’re light and small, and with the exception of #5, usually not supplied by the airline.
1. Vicks Vaporub. My nose gets stuffy on the flight. Aside from that, whether I’m stuffy or not, I put Vicks or similar balms on my nose and temples every night for it’s calming, soothing effects.
2. Ayr Nasal Gel. For the inside of your nose. Noses and mouths tend to get soooo dry while flying. Keeping the inside of your nose moist not only makes the breathing easier but purportedly helps fight off infections easily caught during travel.
3. Gum. You can’t count on flight attendants to fill up your water every time you get thirsty. Waking up from a little snooze with a parched mouth can be quickly remedied with a piece of gum to tide you over until the next time you hear the wheels rolling down the aisle. You don’t have to climb over your fellow passengers either.
4. Asprin/Ibuprofen. It’s the worst thing to be stuck with a headache and know there’s nothing you can do about it for another 12 hours. A travel pack of a pain reliever can make a world of difference here!
5. Socks. Some airlines provide these for trans-oceanic flights. I always bring some just in case. They are warm and airplanes are cold at 33,000 feet!
Any other must-haves?
