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Far away horizons are reaching out to you and you are planning to fly to them soon. In economy class, it is less expensive, but also less comfortable as we all know!
Although most airlines offer some comfort like Delta Airlines or Emirates does, with for example the screen on the back of the seat in front of you, you can greatly improve your travel experience with a few tips. This will be even more necessary on the new low cost transatlantic flights that have been developing for a few years.
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1. A neck cushion
Airplane seats are designed to accommodate the average passenger, but we are all different. And if you have to sit still in your seat for long hours, or even fall asleep, you risk some discomfort in your neck and shoulders. To avoid pain, there is nothing like taking your own little neck cushion. Of course, I advise you to test it in advance and choose the one that best suits your morphology.
- 【Provide Perfect Support】With perfect curves shape design, this memory foam travel pillow can better fix your neck, prevents head from falling forward, relieves neck pain during travel. The added adjustable rope lock, you can adjust the angle and the size of the pillow randomly, meeting different neck size requirements, choose to provide support and comfort where you need it.
- 【New Design Sweat-Resistant/ Washable Cover】Our memory foam pillow is covered with breathable and super soft magnetic therapy cloth, millions of tiny premium microbeads inside, a self-developed sweat-resistant fabric, provides the maximum comfort on your trip. The pillowcase is machine washable, so you will always get a fresh and clean pillow on your journey.
- 【New Design Premium Memory Foam】Enjoy our superior-quality memory foam travel pillow. The luxury memory foam filler use the 5 seconds return technology, comfort and durable, cushions the body and relieves painful pressure points for ultimate relaxation.
- 【The Best Choice For Travel】Everyone need a high quality memory foam travel neck pillow. This pillow can provides extra support to protect the neck from pain when you are sitting in the seat on a plane, car, train or bus. It's also a good ideal for home. When you are watching TV, reading at home, and make you work easier in the office work nap. You can also purchase for your relatives, friends, colleagues and parents. It is a perfect gift.
- 【Space Saving and Light Weight Package】The product size is 11x9.2x4.6 inches, the weight of the package is 0.6 lbs. The MLVOC Travel Neck Pillow was designed for portability and comfort. It comes with an improved travel bag that allows the neck pillow to compress down to ½ its size. With its snap strap, this pillow can be attached to your carry on luggage without taking up extra space.
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When flying, you can take it out of your bag and use it whenever you plan to stay still for a long time. It is not only a comfort object for sleeping, but also for watching a movie, reading a book, or just relaxing and listening to music.
2. A comforter
With your neck pillow, you can fall asleep in a more comfortable position. But airplanes are rarely a place of great comfort. The air-conditioning is often on full blast, which creates a cool atmosphere. Some people even find it cold, and we all know people who say they have gotten sick on a plane because it was too cold.
When we fall asleep, our body temperature drops. As a result, the cool atmosphere of the plane can be felt negatively and some people may wake up with a sore throat, especially since the air in the plane is dry. To guarantee a comfortably warm sleep, I think a comforter is a must. You can cover yourself with it and fall asleep comfortably. Also, if your neighbors or flight attendants see you under a comforter with your eyes closed, they are not likely to wake you up to ask a question.
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3. Pajamas
If a neck pillow and a comforter aren’t enough for you, consider pajamas for your night’s sleep in economy class. On an overnight flight, there’s no shame in wearing pajamas. Of course, I think it would be best to avoid showing up in Dragon Ball Z pajamas.
There are many, many models of pajamas that are quite classy, with shirt and wide pants, some of which could almost be mistaken for casual wear. Besides, your pajamas do not have to be pajamas, they can be very soft and comfortable clothes. The goal is to offer you the maximum comfort for your sleep, and you can test them in advance.
As for changing, it’s best to put on your pajamas in a discreet place at the airport, and take them off at your destination airport. Consider wearing underwear for added discretion.
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4. Slippers
On a long-haul flight, it’s perfectly normal to remove your shoes for comfort. However, if you have to get up in the middle of a flight, which you should in order to use the restroom, it will be rather difficult to squirm in your economy seat. The best solution is to bring slippers, which you put on as soon as you take off your shoes. They are much more comfortable, keep your feet warm and allow you to move around the plane without hindrance.
On this kind of flight, I also recommend the use of compression stockings, to compensate for the lack of movement in the sitting position.
5. Noise-canceling headphones
It’s no secret that planes are noisy. But while it’s possible to get used to the sound of jet engines, it’s not so easy to endure the unpredictable noises of your neighbors, especially bored young children. If you want to concentrate on your reading, or even take a nap, noise-canceling headphones are a must.
They can be simple earplugs, or real noise-canceling headphones like those offered by a number of brands, which you can choose according to your technical preferences and your budget. But it seems to me that headphones that are clearly visible have an interesting advantage in that they clearly signal to your neighbors that you do not wish to be disturbed.
6. Your own meal
The myth of bad food on board airplanes is a hard one. Many studies show that the food served is not necessarily bad, but that at altitude in an airplane, our sense of taste changes.
However, if you have a special diet or simply don’t trust the food served on board, there is nothing to stop you from taking your own food. At least you will be sure to eat what you like. Personally, when I arrive at JFK, I sometimes take my meals at Starbucks.
7. A computer or tablet
This tip doesn’t just apply to people who want to use the time of the flight to get on with their work. Sometimes the entertainment system on seat screens is not up to your expectations, or worse, it may not even be there on some planes. If you have a long flight and are worried about getting bored, don’t hesitate to pack a light laptop or tablet in your carry-on luggage.
Turn on the airplane mode and enjoy your own entertainment (downloaded movies, games…). Don’t forget to take headphones or earphones with you to avoid imposing your audiovisual tastes on your neighbors.
8. A battery charger
Finally, in connection with your computer and probably your smartphone, always remember to bring a battery charger on a long-haul flight. The availability of power outlets is not always guaranteed, let alone their perfect working order.
If you are afraid of running out of power, don’t hesitate to bring this very useful accessory to extend the duration of your entertainment or work.
- 65W PD Fast Charge: Recommended by the well-known media Polygon as a portable battery for ASUS ROG ALLY. 65W USB-C port provides enough power to charge a laptop at full speed, this power bank charge a macbook pro 13” from 0% to 50% in just 56 mins with the included USB-C to C cable, perfect for bussiness trip or outside
- 5-output+3-input: This multi-functional portable charger power bank can charge 3-5 devices simultaneously, the USB-C port support input 60w max, use a pd 60w wall charger(not included) to full recharge this 30000mAh power bank in only 2.5 hours
- Super Large Capacity: 30000mAh battery pack capacity provide 7 day of worry-free power to charges 6 times for iphone 15, samsung s20 ultra 4 times, ipad pro 2020 2.2 times, or provide a full charge to a 13 inch macbook pro. NOTE: It's a must-have for outdoor activities, business trips and power outage emergencies, high capacity so the product is a little bulky
- Intelligent LED Display: The device equip with an led digital display, support three modes switch, real-time monitoring of current, voltage, and power, remind you the charging status.Compatible with almost all USB C and USB A powered devices, support PD3.0,QC4.0,SCP to fast charge your MacBook Pro, Dell XPS, iPhone 15 14 13 12, 11, SE, XS, iPad Pro, Samsung Galaxy S10, Google Pixel and more
- Multi-protection: Our power bank built-in smart identifying chip system, advanced over-heat, over-current, over-discharge, over-voltage and short-circuit protection.You will get 30000mAh power bank, 1 Type-C to Type-C fast charging cable and our 2-year protection plan. Please let us know if there is a product problem and we will resolve it for you in a timely manner
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Here are my tips, and finally, if you are lucky, you can always try to get an upgrade in the First Class, sometimes it works!
