Surviving Long-Haul Flights - 7 Secrets

If you have ever taken a long-haul flight - one lasting anywhere from 4 to 17 or more hours - the prospect of taking another one anytime soon is likely not very appealing. If your upcoming long-haul flight will be a first, take heart in the fact that millions of people have gone before you, even if having become mentally, emotionally, and physically drained in the process.

The good news is that some of the more experienced travelers among us have learned to actually make these flights bearable. While a long-haul flight is almost never a picnic, the seven secrets I share with you below give you the tools to make the most of your flight. I have learned these secrets during my business and personal travels to over 30 countries around the world.

Secret #1: Book an aisle seat: Booking an aisle seat is a stroke of master planning that is often only considered by the most seasoned of long-haul travelers. Of course, the kid in you may want the window seat to watch the little cars that look like ants when you take off and land. But, my friendly advice is to resist the temptation to book anything but an aisle seat. Reason: precious, precious space. Anytime you board an airplane you are by default heavily restricted in terms of personal space. But, by booking an aisle seat, at least one side of your body will be free to gesture, swivel, and otherwise move freely about the cabin.

Secret #2: Pack your own headphones: There are three good reasons to pack your own headphones for your journey. First, the airline-issued headphones are of extremely limited sound quality. Second, their headphones often do not fit very well, in my case always resulting in an earache after just ten minutes. Finally, by using the airline-issued pair you are putting recycled headphones into your ears already used by total strangers: need I say more?

Secret #3: Drink up to one liter of water 10 minutes before you board: It is fairly common knowledge that people get dehydrated on long-haul flights, so my suggestion to drink water is likely no surprise. But, if you wait until you board, the first chance you will get to drink liquids will be after you are in the air for an hour or more. So, pre-flight hydration is key. I suggest drinking as much water as you think you can hold comfortably for over an hour. By drinking it 10 minutes before you board you wont have to use the lavatory just after boarding, which is not often convenient anyway.

Secret #4: Bring three forms of entertainment: Long flights are a challenge for the mind at least as much as they are for the body. So, outsmart your brain by keeping yourself occupied. Popular diversions include: portable DVD player, portable music player, fiction or non-fiction books, a new magazine, a pack of gum, a sudoku book, a crossword puzzle, and travel or phrase books that prepare you for your destination.

Secret #5: Pack your own snacks: This one is self-explanatory but so important and often forgotten. I like to bring light snacks that are non-crumbly since there is nothing like getting off of the plane to see relatives or business partners while sporting cracker crumbs on your shirt or chocolate smears on your pants (yes, it can happen to you, too). I suggest granola, hard candy, non-bready crackers, and the like.

Secret #6: Take every opportunity to get up and move about: Use any excuse you can think of to get up frequently during the flight and walk around: go to the lavatory, get up to ask a flight attendant for a glass of water, or just make up a reason. On most airlines you are allowed to go to the very rear of the plane and cross to the opposing main aisle, so effectively you can sneak in a full lap or two before annoying too many of your fellow passengers.

Secret #7: Bring a journal: Writing in a journal offers you the opportunity to actually take advantage of your long-haul flight. Here you are taking a potentially life-changing vacation, going on an important business trip, or seeing relatives whom you have not visited in a long time: why not take advantage of the fresh perspective you can gain through access to a wellspring of creative ideas about your personal life or business? Taking your journal on your long-haul flight may not only help you to pass the time: you just might end up with some fresh perspectives on your life by the time you land.

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Themed Family Holidays - A Fun Way to Spend Time With Your Family!

If youre tired of the same old dreary and monotonous work routine, then its time to plan a fun holiday with your family. Themed holidays are always an exciting way to go about vacationing with your family, and one our most memorable family holidays was our cowboy and Indian vacation. We traveled with our sons throughout the West, stopping at all of the most famous tourist spots along the way. First, we stopped over at Dodge City to explore and discover the cowboy way of life, and next we moved on to Southern Colorado where we explored the ancient ruins of the Pueblo Indians. Yes, it is hard to choose a theme for your vacation, but here are four of the most fun-filled ones that I think my grandchildren would enjoy the most:

- The first themed vacation would definitely have to be the Disney themed holiday vacation. Picture yourself escaping the freezing cold of winter and heading to sunny Florida to enjoy the sights and sounds of Disney World. Sounds like fun doesnt it? The Disney themed vacation has always been a great favorite amongst the kids and adults alike. There are so many different places and attractions to visit that it would be very hard for you to decide where to go first. From the Magic Kingdom and Epcot Center to the Universal Studios and MGM studios, Disney world has a plethora of attractions for all and sundry. Whats more, it has its very own cruise line that has all the different Disney characters on board, making it a great place to travel with family. Disney World also has a special monorail train that will take you to all the sites.

- If youve always been dreaming of a winter vacation in sunny California, then youve already thought of the most fun holiday prospect ever. From the San Diego Zoo to LegoLand, San Diego has been and always will be a great hit with the young ones. But, if visiting theme parks is you thing, then you should head up north to the Los Angeles and Anaheim area. From Disneyland, Six Flags Magic Mountain and California Adventure Theme Park to Universal Studios, Southern California has everything you would ever want. What with its warm, cozy climate and its beautiful sun-kissed beaches, it truly is like paradise on earth. You can also go visit the gorgeous city of Carmel and historic San Simeon. You can also stop over at Monterey to take in the beautiful sights of the Pebble Beach Golf Course.

- Another one of our brilliant themed family holidays that we had was when we went on a historical trip to the East Coast. First, we stopped over at Hershey Pennsylvania where we visited Hershey Town. Then, we visited other historic sites in Virginia like George Washingtons home. Next, we moved on to Washington D.C. where we visited the malls, Washington Monument and all the Presidential Memorials. We even took a tour of the White House. If youre a history buff and a patriot, you must go to the sacred site of Arlington Cemetery. No East Coast family holiday would be Complete without visiting the Smithsonian. So, travel with family to the East Coast and discover for yourself how it can instill love and patriotism for the country in anyone.

- Travelling to National Parks and Monuments is another fun way for you to experience the beauty of going on a themed family holiday. From the Yellowstone National Park to the Old Faithful go off or the Petrified Forest National Pak in Arizona, themed vacations are the best way to vacation. The Grand Canyon is a natural attraction that you must visit at least once in your lifetime. You dont have to be a child or a teenager to enjoy a fun-filled themed vacation. With themed vacations, fun holidays are here to stay!

Being specifically passionate about Benidorm, Linden Walhard has been publishing plenty of summaries on the matter. His observations on here_ and also other web pages.

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