A Former Flight Attendant Is Begging Travelers To Do This One Thing During the Holidays ...Saudi Arabia

As we're inching closer and closer to Christmas and New Year's this holiday season, you may find yourself asking for days off, buying plane tickets and pulling festive outfits together. However, with all the joy there is to look forward to—special desserts, seeing your pets at home, giving gifts—you’re not alone if you also find this time stressful, or if you want to prepare with expert-backed travel tips. After all, navigating the airport can be nerve-wracking, even when it’s not holiday-level busy. To get you started, a flight attendant shares what they're begging you to do. Plus, another travel expert weighs in with helpful advice that will transform your seasonal escapes.Related: The 11 Best Places To Visit in December, According to Getaway Guru Helene Sula

When packing for a trip, it’s understandable you may overpack. After all, realizing you’re about to run out of clothes can be stressful, and it’s better to be safe than sorry, right? However, Paula S. Adams, former flight attendant with UAE’s top airlines and owner of an online aviation business center, urges travelers to pack light—for a couple of reasons. “During the holidays, the airports are already so busy, so checking a bag means more time spent waiting in lines at the counter,” she says, explaining that goes for both dropping off luggage and picking it up. “When you pack light and you reach your destination, you don’t have to wait for your baggage to arrive.”Packing light is easier said than done, however, especially for those of us who prefer being over-prepared. To pack less, it may help to think about what low-cost products you can buy at your destination (like travel-sized beauty products), what the house or hotel may already have (like a hair dryer) and clothes you can wash and re-wear.Related: 45 Travel Essentials for 2024, According to Flight Attendants, Professional Packers and More

At the same time, no matter how much you pack—and perhaps especially if you have a carry-on and a personal item—you may worry about fitting your things on the plane itself. Adams recalls many times she’s encountered people fighting for overhead bin space or not understanding what’s “theirs.”“Passengers can choose a plane seat during the flight booking process, but the space above their seat is, for sure, not just theirs and not something they can book,” she clarifies. She recommends being respectful to other passengers, putting your luggage in the same class that’s written on your ticket and placing smaller bags under the seat in front of you if they fit completely. Additionally, she encourages not interrupting the flow of disembarking if your bag is stored behind you.

4 Other Best Practices for Travel, According to a Flight Attendant

Anne-Marie Miller, a flight attendant at Air New Zealand, shares a few more need-to-know tips for a smooth, pleasant flight.

Every traveler needs to prioritize this, according to Miller. You may be more dehydrated than you realize. “Air travel can be incredibly dehydrating due to low humidity levels in the cabin, which can lead to fatigue, dry skin and even headaches,” she says. She recommends drinking eight glasses of water before boarding, then sipping throughout the flight.“From personal experience, I've found that bringing my own reusable water bottle is a game changer,” she adds, explaining it’s sustainable, easy to refill and helps you know how much water you’ve had so far.

2. Pack something that can keep you calm

The holidays and travel can both be stressful. Miller encourages packing something soothing, like a lavender spray or favorite hand cream. “A quick spritz on your face or a gentle massage on your temples can help you relax and feel grounded, even in the chaos of travel,” she says. Other ways to relax include breathwork and going to your “happy place” in your mind.Related: How To Sleep on a Plane: 3 Unexpected Tips, According to Getaway Gurus

Keeping unwanted noise to a minimum is another way to reduce stress. Miller suggests bringing earplugs or noise-cancelling headphones. (Sometimes, airlines will offer the former.)“If you don’t have either, try reframing the hum of the plane as soothing white noise,” Miller adds. “It can help lull you into a relaxing state.”

4. Grab a peppermint tea

This warm beverage will also do the trick. “Peppermint tea is a must-have for travelers,” Miller says. She explains how it’s calming and can relieve an upset stomach or headache. Plus, it will get you into the holiday spirit in a more enjoyable way than airport crowds will, am I right?

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