FabSwingers.com forum: Long haul flights

By *ong-leggedblond OP Woman
over a year ago

Next Door

I'm having to fly to Aussie this week, what a chore

I've never done a long haul flight before and not sure what to out in hand luggage other than wash stuff/a change of clothes/kindle.

What do you put in your hand luggage to make a long haul flight more bareable? Or any tips?

I don't sleep either when travelling

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By *eah BabyCouple
over a year ago

Cheshire, Windermere ,Cumbria

Off the top of my head ... Neck cushion, something warm, eye mask, book, sweeties, ear plugs, any medication large water oh and socks

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By *eah BabyCouple
over a year ago

Cheshire, Windermere ,Cumbria

"Off the top of my head ... Neck cushion, something warm, eye mask, book, sweeties, ear plugs, any medication large water oh and socks

Ps ... don’t go to the toilet in just socks

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Off the top of my head ... Neck cushion, something warm, eye mask, book, sweeties, ear plugs, any medication large water oh and socks

Ps ... don’t go to the toilet in just socks

You'll get arrested.

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By *icolerobbieCouple
over a year ago

walsall

Binge watch all the films, the flight will be over before you know it.

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By *riar BelisseWoman
over a year ago

Holibobs

Phone charger...do they have that on long haul flights????

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By *eah BabyCouple
over a year ago

Cheshire, Windermere ,Cumbria

"Off the top of my head ... Neck cushion, something warm, eye mask, book, sweeties, ear plugs, any medication large water oh and socks

Ps ... don’t go to the toilet in just socks

You'll get arrested."

HaHa I meant put your shoes on

funny

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By *JB1954Man
over a year ago

Reading

I have done many long haul flights. Mainly to my late wife’s home country. I always ensured any valuables and electronics were in hand luggage. Yes a pain going thru security. But at least less chance of losing if main luggage lost.

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By *ong-leggedblond OP Woman
over a year ago

Next Door

"Off the top of my head ... Neck cushion, something warm, eye mask, book, sweeties, ear plugs, any medication large water oh and socks

Never thought of putting socks in, thank you

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I always make sure I have moisturisers for face and hands and paracetamol as I get a bit headachy after a while on a flight. I like to have chewing gum too as it helps stop my ears popping

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By *olden PoleMan
over a year ago

Bromley

Top tip…..comfy cloths!

Followed by a good book and a nice bottle of water.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Don't take water - security will remove it. You can buy it airside. Take a really, really good book!

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By *eah BabyCouple
over a year ago

Cheshire, Windermere ,Cumbria

"Don't take water - security will remove it. You can buy it airside. Take a really, really good book!"

You can take an empty water bottle and fill at the water fountains through security

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Ear plugs to cut out noisy passengers

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Butt plugs to cut out noisy passengers "

Bit drastic

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Butt plugs to cut out noisy passengers

Bit drastic

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By *ong-leggedblond OP Woman
over a year ago

Next Door

"Butt plugs to cut out noisy passengers

Bit drastic

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By *issy_sub_rTV/TS
over a year ago

Near Thatcham

Sweets / nibbles. And definitely the ear plugs for the long haul flights

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If you don't sleep, make sure you get an aisle seat, you can then get up and wander at ease without disturbing the person who fell asleep on the aisle seat 5 mins after getting on the plane!

Also, prepare your best fuck off face incase your sat next to a knob who wants to talk constantly.....

Enjoy x

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By *heVonMatterhornsCouple
over a year ago

Lincoln

Change of top (pants and socks too if you're feeling fancy), small pack of wet wipes, toothbrush and paste. Entertainment wise, a book, and tablet for films, along with a power bank; though on long hauls they usually have plenty of in flight film and TV, as well as USBs. Oooh, and slippers/ sliders are good for comfort too.

LvM

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By *ong-leggedblond OP Woman
over a year ago

Next Door

Thanks all

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Send my regards to my cousin Ricky there please. Many thanks

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

All of the above…. definitely socks, comfy clothes, headphones, music, puzzle book or doodle book, pen, pencil, page turning book, portable battery pack for phone/headphones/etc, favourite munchies something sweet get the saliva moving, nothing worst than dry mouth.

Good luck with it, as a sleeper I sleep most flights away

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By *ad NannaWoman
over a year ago

East London

If you're taking a tablet, download some jigsaw puzzles to do. I find I can concentrate on them more than a book or game when I'm fidgety.

I can't do long haul; hope you have a great trip

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By *ighlander80884Man
over a year ago

Inverness

Pay extra for upgrade

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Send my regards to my cousin Ricky there please. Many thanks "

G'day Ricky.

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By *XZRMan
over a year ago

Edinburgh

A pen, you'll have the Aussie immigration card to fill out just before landing. Save you having to scrounge one

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Send my regards to my cousin Ricky there please. Many thanks

G'day Ricky."

Thank you

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By *idnight RamblerMan
over a year ago

Pershore

My long haul tips.

1) Choose a centre block aisle seat at the back. Good chance you'll get a spare seat.

2) Take an inflatable head support

3) Take kindle, books, puzzles

4) Have an eye mask

5) Have a few alcoholic drinks and try to sleep.

6) Drink plenty as you get to final approach.

7) For the inevitable jetlag use Melatonin, but sparingly.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Depending on the airline if they have a lounge at your stop destination then book in there to shower and freshen up.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Lipstick vibrator... More discreet than a wand

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By *orl1971Couple
over a year ago

Glasgow

"Off the top of my head ... Neck cushion, something warm, eye mask, book, sweeties, ear plugs, any medication large water oh and socks

Never thought of putting socks in, thank you"

Could swear that many of the long haul flights we’ve been on have supplied socks with blankets and pillow.

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By *eah BabyCouple
over a year ago

Cheshire, Windermere ,Cumbria

"Off the top of my head ... Neck cushion, something warm, eye mask, book, sweeties, ear plugs, any medication large water oh and socks

Never thought of putting socks in, thank you

Could swear that many of the long haul flights we’ve been on have supplied socks with blankets and pillow.

They sometimes do but they are not soft and fluffy and usually a strange colour like green and red together

I like my own white ones

like the eye masks they give, to small and thin

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By *ornucopiaMan
over a year ago

Bexley

Hand sanitizer gel. Corsodyl mouthwash. Loperamide capsules. If you think that the food or cabin pressure variations are going to have fun with your bowels wear some incontinence knickers for peace of mind. Nothing like knowing you don't have to worry.

Don't forget condoms in case an attractive crew member invites you into the space beyond the curtains in the tail!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Snacks incl. hard boiled sweets which are perfect for avoiding that horrible dry throat experience, comfy clothes, ear plugs & a good book...!

Take short breaks, exercise legs & maybe even watch a good movie - enjoy the journey & have a fab. time in Australia (is a beautiful diverse country).

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

Consider taking a proper pillow, even in business class seats.

The most comfortable clothing possible. Plus changes, including underwear. Some washing tools.

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By *ryandseeMan
over a year ago

Yorkshire

"Consider taking a proper pillow, even in business class seats.

The most comfortable clothing possible. Plus changes, including underwear. Some washing tools.

Washing tools made me laugh. Jot sure why I thought of a karcher

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By *rystal cannonMan
over a year ago

alfreton

if you cant sleep try and take night nurse

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

The entertainment is usually excellent.

Baby wipes and deodorant in lieu of shower, pantyliners, you'll feel much better for it

Drink lots of water. You don't need to eat all the food they give you

Do the DVT exercises.

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By *ornucopiaMan
over a year ago

Bexley

"Ear plugs to cut out noisy passengers "

I wouldn't be without my noise cancelling headphones with or without an audio source, either of my choice or the on board entertainment.

When I switch them on I can almost hear them suck the engine noise away. You can still hear someone talking to you as that will be a more directional sound source.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If you put some socks and underpants in a pillow case in your hand luggage you can use it and neck cushion.

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By *eliciousDiva69Woman
over a year ago

Schitts Creek

Well I think everyone above has covered everything so just wanted to wish you a great trip!

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By *amantha_JadeWoman
over a year ago

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Comfiest clothes possible - I would choose leggings with a big slouchy hoodie

Fluffy socks for feeling cosy and then sliders for when you go to the bathroom

Change of underwear

Eye mask and travel pillow

Good headphones and download plenty of things to watch or read on an iPad/ kindle

Book and magazines

Body wipes, face wipes, hand sanitiser, toothbrush, toothpaste and a mini perfume to freshen up

I always pack a little makeup kit to touch up before I land

Hydrating eye drops, paracetamol, any medication

Mints, chewing gum, snacks, loads of water

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By *m389Man
over a year ago

Magherafelt

Condoms. In case you have the chance to join the mile high club.

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By *ncemoreroundthesunCouple
over a year ago

on the move

We'd recommend some antihistamines with sleepy side effects, get comfy with an eye mask, really good ear plugs, tell the stewards not to disturb you. Then try deep breathing to relax and then hopefully you'll nap.

Failing that a 3 movie strategy, plenty of snacks and booze.

Enjoy

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By *ncemoreroundthesunCouple
over a year ago

on the move

Oh and as others said fresh socks for when you arrive, amazing feeling.

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By *ightkitty4uWoman
over a year ago

Epsom

Sweets for the cabin crew

Seriously though:

Comfortable clothes

A warm jumper as can get cold on planes

Water drink lots of water, cabins are pressurised at 6/7,000ft

A refillable bottle for the above - the crew will happily refill your water bottle

Moisturiser/ lip balm - air con can dry your face lips esp if on an airbus

Airline might give out socks

Snacks/ food especially if have specific dietary needs or get super hungry/ don’t like the meal offerings

Don’t walk around bare foot/in socks.. or go to loo bare foot/ in socks - planes don’t get long to be cleaned between flights!

Er that’s all I can think of,

Oh a hot water bottle if you do suffer from being cold, again crew will pop “hot” water in it for you

Pillow, airline ones are shit in economy!

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By *TG3Man
over a year ago

Swanage

I can't do long haul anymore it's so cramped and hot and boring and I keep thinking I won't get on the return flight to do it all again...... I have long legs so uncomfortable

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By *XZRMan
over a year ago

Edinburgh

Sooo how was the flight OP? Long way to go for a couple of weeks!

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