How to Survive Long Haul Flights - Long Haul Flight Essentials

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Heading to Europe, Asia, Australia or the Americas? Well you will have to jump on a transatlantic or transpacific flight. These long haul flights can be torture for the everyday traveler, but with a little preparation and tips from Wolters World hopefully you will be able to survive your next long haul flight and exit the plane fresh and ready to tackle your new travel adventure! It doesn't matter if you are flying Delta, United, American, Lufthansa, Quantas, Emirates, or Air France these tips will help you and your family travel better.
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[@caseyvee4419]

If you want to be "nice" to the other passengers, control your kids if you have any. I have been on flights with kids kicking the back of my seat, pulling my hair, etc. Also take them to the lavatory if you have to change them!

[@DNAleguillou]

Casey Vee YES!!! AMERICA KIDS ARE SPOILED!!

[@DNAleguillou]

anna leonardi the flight attendants are now afraid to say anything and I don't blame them. They took their leverage out.

[@secarpenter951]

Controlling your kids is not hard. I have 5. They know if they act up they'll get a meeting Jesus party. Try taking your titty out of their mouth and discipline them! American kids are spoiled due to the fact that most are not disciplined. And if you dare say anything to a parent with an a$$hole child, have fun!

[@rsmith1820]

@@secarpenter951 AMEN! My kids have flown all over starting when they were little. We had "practice" flights long before the trip. Sugar free chewable mints or candy or ear plugs for clogged ears and THINGS to keep them OCCUPIED. I did all this because they were MY KIDS not the children of the people around me. If I keep turning around glaring at you & your kids - DISCIPLINE THEM! Stop closing your eyes or turning your head like they're not yours. Teaching age appropriate accountability starts young. Obviously not in the infancy stage but if they're smart enough to use your iPhone or iPad, they can behave.

[@donl5941]

And say what you like but a dose of Children's Tylenol or Benadryl for their, ahem, fevers, calms them down or puts them to sleep for a few hours.

[@chickendawg88]

PLEASE take a shower before you leave for the airport, too.

[@besteconomicsfaculty]

Scott Byer i promise next time i will ;) but yeag i have had that fun before :)

[@lockergr]

I have smelled some of the people with the worst possible body odor on long-haul flights. I rarely smell stinky people in my day-to-day life but man, get on a plane and the smells you will smell... 😵

[@jarrodlee1506]

Duh

[@EvilSecondTwin]

Hopefully, Indians and Arabs will heed your advice.

[@Mhel2023]

....and don't wear fragrance/cologne either.

[@akeolsson8020]

I loved the thing about being nice to crew. I would like to add that it also helps to be nice to staff at check in. Here is my story: At Boston international LH had a problem as the plane that arrived was close to 100 seats short compared to booked passengers. Lots of angry people shouting at staff complaining and threats to sue airline and so forth. My aproach was different: I said "I know that this is hell for you and I apreciate what you try to do in a difficult situation. Is there anything you can do for me so I can get home? Any of the following destination airport will be fine". Seconds later I had been rebooked and was only a couple of hours late. Being nice helped!

[@stephenr115]

I used to bring Chicago pizza and they would store mine without a hazzle

[@michaelscott7166]

Best long haul flights I've had are when I've flown alone. Flew from Manchester to JFK and back with American and didn't get an allocated seat with my boarding pass at check in. Arrived at the gate to be asked if I was strong and capable enough to open the exit in an emergency said yes and got an exit seat with loads of leg room in both directions. Another time I flew from Manchester to Singapore with Singapore Airlines and I had an empty seat next to me. A flight attendant asked me if I'd give up my seat so that 2 friends on the same flight could sit next to each other. I said yes and to my surprise the attendant took me in to Business Class where I spent the 15 hours drinking free Champagne!

[@whiteintel]

Lucky you! Ahaha.

[@deejo1823]

hehe

[@vrenak]

Very lucky, AA was on the other hand my worst long haul experiences, entertainment was offensively inoffensive all round, food was bad, one time they even only served a disgusting vegetarian dinner, it looked like a cow barfed, and frankly cow barf would probably have tasted better. Air Canada, and Iceland Air had the best entertainment, But the best food definitely was Air Greenland, it was almost like a michelin restaurant offered take out, alas they only have one long haul distance, Copenhagen-Kangerlussuaq.

[@123aldoaldo]

Michael Scott flying solo is the best thing of life. I have done it and always meet people and get great seats as well. Cheers mate !

[@julieprior1100]

Michael Scott i

[@ATaylor369]

bring a good book, video game, or stack of mags because the one TV that will be broke on the flight is yours.

[@jocelynwolters293]

ataylor, yes! mine has been broken on a few flights. oy!

[@caseyvee4419]

Whole, entire AV system was down on one transatlantic flight I was on.

[@sherilynpeterson8615]

That sucks.

[@Codbeaster1000]

Also a great opportunity to get a free upgrade… complain about a broken televisoon, and they wont hesitate to move you up

[@chavellaminerva]

I dont know why but I feel like Im hesitant to turn on the small tv in front of me during flight. Even using earphone, I feel like uncomfortable watching while the person besides me try to watch it as well lol. not to mention the germs on those remote etc ewww lol

[@carloslunghard3971]

My compliments to your excellent tips for travellers. I was a flight attendant for 30 years for a german airline. You (and tge way you think) are the most ideal type of customer a crew member could ever wish. Great way of thinking, positive and considerate attitude. I wish you many safe and happy landings 😊

[@oceanside88]

German airline is so the Best. Cheerful hospitable excellent. Air Canada is deplorable.

[@IAMdevilwomen]

do flight attendants accept candy? I am going on a 14 hour flight next month and anything I can do to make their day even just a lil brighter I'm willing to do...

[@arescue]

I love it! "Pack a good attitude." Absolutely, the best recommendation ever!

[@Spoka17]

That needs to be a t-shirt, "Sometimes you get the pasta and sometimes the pasta gets you" 😂

[@tomwarden7733]

He must have been visiting Soviet Russia that time 😂

[@idontcareaboutyourfeelings1972]

@@tomwarden7733 this genuinely made me laugh for 7 minutes straight 😂 thank you for that

[@CMTHFAF]

Biggest problem I have with long flights is boredom. So I bring a craft project, like needlepoint. Then I listen to an audio book, or movie, while doing my project. Multi-tasking is a good cure for boredom.

[@IrishAnnie]

They let you bring needles aboard?

[@CMTHFAF]

@@IrishAnnie - plastic needles

[@tessat338]

My husband and I have started booking aisle seats across from each other when we travel together. We spend a great deal of time together already. We don't need to sit right next to each other on the plane and we each get to be more comfortable. We are still close enough to talk if we want to and we both get to exit faster.

[@seeno1]

Tessa T sounds annoying for anyone next to you that has to be forced to overhear your convos while attempting to sleep

[@HAIRHOLIC_1]

SEENO exactly no respect whatsoever

[@OhhKikka]

So two strangers can sit next to you instead

[@nebulachristie]

That's exactly what we have been doing lately. I can't tolerate the middle seat. I am somewhat claustrophobic.

[@claudecharbonneau9556]

This is the only way we book our seats. you can get up and walk around when you like

[@abc-eb4zh]

when living in australia all flights are really long ://

[@silver_desperado]

abc have you ever flown economy on Qantas from USA to Australia

[@peterfromgw4615]

abc You’re right.... Will be travelling from Melbourne to Manchester via Dubai (MEL-DBX leg 14.5 hours and DBX-MAN leg 7.5 hours) in spring...... Us Aussies have lots of practice with long haul flights to/from Oz

[@Green-ys3wo]

It's 4 hours fought to next major city for me in Australia

[@CharlesvanDijk-ir6bl]

@@silver_desperado Yes Perth, Sydney to San Francisco. Had an overnight break in Sydney it was OK to SF. Made sure had a walk around every few hours in the plane.

[@ReinierS]

@@CharlesvanDijk-ir6bl flying to Perth tomorrow from London 😅 17 hours

[@louisegraf491]

As a Flight Attendant I appreciate the last two tips ;) A tip from me is to pack moisturizing face masks! (I would recommend sheet masks -they are convenient and they don't have too much liquid so you can bring it in your carry on), your skin will be so dry and thirsty from the air on the plane and you have enough time to do it. Your skin will be grateful! And don't worry about looking funny ;) For people with long hair: bring scrunchies! They don't bend and pull your hair as much as normal hair ties, therefore it's more comfortable.

[@josephinerivera4056]

Louise Graf

[@jessicaeastveld3304]

Do the sheetmasks need to go in the liquids bag?

[@MajorAddiction]

When I traveled w wipes in my personal bag, the TSA agent had me take them out to inspect them. No problem after that. They were not in the liquids bag@@jessicaeastveld3304

[@IAMdevilwomen]

do you guys accept candy from customers? I have a upcoming 13 hour flight next month and would love to bring a treat to the flight crew if they would accept it...and if so any idea on what kind? so I have a heads up?...also please stay safe

[@IAMdevilwomen]

yes it would be new and unopened lol

[@nathanjw940]

Smile to young kids. Parents can be nervous their kids will bother nearby passengers. Smile to the kid. Happy kid everytime.

[@juanmonge8]

I am reminded of s story that Anthony Bourdain mentions in his book. He was on a 14 hour flight from NYC to Tokyo he said that the guy who had the extra sleeping pills became the hero of the flight!

[@debraladams9140]

Yep, it's 3 melatonine tablets for me!

[@karlzen86]

Noise-cancellation headphones (Bose) is for me the most important thing to have on flights. It's a bit expensive, but man is it worth it! :)

[@Video-Games-Are-Fun]

do they actually work? sounds like a gimmick

[@deleoh0stem]

scir 91 it totally works. Best purchase of my travel life.

[@tomcruise9448]

scir 91 noise reduction in ear earphones are good too. I take mine on every flight I take and it's blocks out all exterior sound they work really well and are usually cheaper than actual headphones, work just as well in my opinion.

[@seminolerick6845]

My expensive Bose noise cancellers have paid for themselves MANY times over. DO bring Xtra Batts for them...just in case !

[@DirectorWestfield]

scir 91 Indeed they do work. Great sound quality too! They are a must.

[@sonyavs455]

'Write the alphabet with your feet.' What a great idea to help stave off fatigue or DVT. Well done video. Thanks!

[@woltersworld]

+Sonya W. Yeah. And it makes it less monotonous

[@deidram8279]

I couldn't find your favorite compression socks listed :)

[@Roadent1241]

Wolters World I'm afraid I didn't understand what this meant, may there be an elaboration please?

[@westyavro]

@@Roadent1241 Take both your feet, point your toes, now pretend you are writing in the sand with only your toes and write out the alphabet with them. Also near or after you land take off your shoes and socks and make fist with your feet on some carpet.

[@olessalvesen]

My tip is to not sleep in 30 hours, and than sleep on the plane

[@FRITZI999]

thats what I do before Business Trips...

[@hassanjaber1608]

llr

[@GhulamMustafa-yp5qm]

very effective.

[@moniquej2997]

I've tried that before and I still couldn't fall asleep. By the time I'd got to my destination, I'd had about 4 hrs of sleep in 48hrs

[@sooofunny37]

same@@moniquej2997

[@chrisf247]

1. Carry empty water bottles through security, then fill them up. Or just buy the biggest bottles you can find after security.2. Order a hot beverage on the plane so you can inhale the water vapor, and prevent the dry plane air from giving you nose bleeds. (I fully acknowledge I might just be weird on this one)

[@jesusgonzalez6715]

Chris F Plane air is pretty dry. And it in addition to the low pressure can indeed mess with your nose. I used to never have nosebleeds... Then I went to Austria to go skiing and something just popped in my nose...

[@SaraStar7373]

Chris F that breathing in the steam is so clever!! I was always an idiot and had a lip balm specifically for my nose lol

[@FRITZI999]

Drama Queen .... sorry, thats BS ... breathing the Steam from the Food or Beverage. So when you enter WalMart or any other Store in the US does your Nose bleed? (AC is everywhere in the US, cooled down to Fridge Temperature) - visit a Doctor...

[@bookworm1526]

Christian Meier When you are up in the air, the atmosphere is dry and can cause your nose to bleed.

[@FRITZI999]

You read what I wrote? .. Frequent Traveler Status.... plenty of Miles, long Flights, sometimes several Times a Week. Business Travels. Does´t dry my Nose out worse than walking into WalMart or any other cooled down Shop in the US *lol* ..... just your Imagination - visit a Doctor

[@valeriepurcell5229]

IF my husband's "plans" come to fruition this summer 2017, my VERY FIRST EVER flight will be from USA to Finland!!! (I'm middle-aged and never been ABLE to afford to fly anywhere - not that I'm afraid to fly or anything, we grew up camping.) ALL of this lifelong dream travel preparation is an ABSOLUTE nightmare-inducing panic attack for me, so your vids are AMAZINGLY helpful! ESP this one! Can't thank you enough for these!!!!

[@valeriepurcell5229]

WE'RE GOING! WE'RE GOING from TX to Helsinki via London (& hopefully Paris, Amsterdam, Prague! -Rome would be a HUGE bonus!- ) Watching EVERY one of your travel vids that can help!!! THANK YOU @woltersworld

[@FRITZI999]

Valerie .... wathing alle these Stupid Tips, stuffing your Bag full of Emergency Rubbish makes you even more Nervous! Just get on the Plane like on a Greyhound Bus ... the Difference is just that it has Wings. See my Comments further up...

[@Mwoods2272]

Have a Great trip and Enjoy every minute!

[@valeriepurcell5229]

TY! I'm to planning the actual days of where to be, what to see & it's just still a shocking dream that I can't believe is about to come true. Now I just have to figure out all this train travel stuff! lol

[@Wonderkid44]

Valerie Purcell train travel is the easiest, if you're going to London use the EUROSTAR website, look for offers online and package deals

[@aniluluful]

Always have lip balm!

[@acajudi100]

Anilu Cloves keeps your breath fresh. Vicks VapoRub repels mosquitos etc.

[@O-townplaya]

Anilu yeh my dick loves smooth and soft lips

[@lexalina132]

Vaseline is your friend

[@OhhKikka]

Apply it to your nostrils too

[@StamfordBridge]

Just don’t say to TSA, “I have a balm.”

[@CrankyBubushka]

Thank you so much for the advice. You are so right about treating people nicely who are waiting on you. It must be a hard job working on a flight crew and dealing with nervous people (like me lol!). I am not a traveler, but I like to thank waiters/waitresses and store clerks and cashiers as much as I can. Yes, a good attitude is a good thing to carry with you wherever you go.

[@haileyschueneman4879]

Another reason to pack the items you'll need on your flight in your personal item and not your large carry-on: if the overhead fills up before your group is called to board, your carry-on might have to be checked, in which case you won't have it on the flight with you!!

[@LastofAvari]

Tip: don't bring smelly food to an airplane to avoid bad karma.

[@mah922]

LastofAvari not even durian?

[@normanbraslow7902]

I prefer kimchee.

[@exhhhhh_b]

@@mah922 no, especially not

[@margaretdrew8727]

As we leave the plane I always say to the flight crew thanks for looking after us so well and they are always pleased and surprised. Also say tell the captain nice landing . Most times we have had a fairly smooth landing .

[@shelaghjackson9577]

Thank you for always making such happy and inspiring videos! Pay no attention to all the comments from idiots here; we just have to hope we don't sit next to them on a flight! Another tip is to always check in online 24 hrs before to ensure you are booked into the seat you initially chose.

[@rayprosise4918]

Great post for "Rookie Travelers". A couple of other ideas to add that I use for both short and long haul: 1. If you make your own itinerary.... Write it all out! and Organize each ticket stage in order to make it smoother as you transfer. 2. If you have connections before or after long haul... Determine other connecting transportation methods in case of delays or cancellations. This will speed you up and beat the other inconvenienced passengers you just traveled with! 3. ZYCAM and Liquid sanitizer! A must with all the germs. Helps me every week I travel.. No sicknesses! Thanks again and love your information and travels!

[@Alaskaddict]

use trip it asit will organize everything for you. tripit.com. just forward your confirmation emails to [e-mail] and voila. everything in one place. You can print it out and have the app on your phone.

[@1227claudia]

Thank you so much for reminding people that kindness and positive attitudes go a long way especially while traveling! It is so important and so easy to forget. I've subscribed :)

[@MaxMustermann-go8xf]

What I found very uncomfortable on a flight to the US was that the Air Condition was on full power... apparently some people like the refridgerator feeling.

[@jesusgonzalez6715]

Max Mustermann That's not actually what happens. The plane is not air conditioned; it's heated - they are flying through subzero temperatures at these altitudes. And less heating is always cheaper. This is also the reason why plane air is so dry - cold air holds less water and when it's heated relative humidity drops

[@jesusgonzalez6715]

Max Mustermann That's not actually what happens. The plane is not air conditioned; it's heated - they are flying through subzero temperatures at these altitudes. And less heating is always cheaper. This is also the reason why plane air is so dry - cold air holds less water and when it's heated relative humidity drops

[@jsrt8677]

Max Mustermann Its the outside weather I know coming from London England a few months ago outside temperature was a -26 degrees

[@MaxMustermann-go8xf]

There were little vents and there was cold air coming out of them, that's what I meant by AC. You could turn down the airstream but most people (most Americans) turned it up on full power.

[@matthewstoddart7187]

J SRT8 -26 degrees? Does it get that cold in London?

[@GlassByThaddeus]

Always check the seat leg, you will be surprised once and a while and find a 110 volt outlet to plug in and charge

[@megmcguireme]

blanket scarves are a life saver!

[@ChloeTravels1998]

22 hour flight from London to Sydney in November on my own. This was so helpful 👌🏼

[@residentflea]

1) For long flights, I always split up the trips. 2) I eat before we fly, 3) We buy our own snacks, 4) We pack light and buy things over there 5) The mile high relieves stress 5) Party before you fly so you can sleep and 6) Fly business class. Do not fly economy if you have a long flight... it's worth. 7) Be nice to the crew. They'll bend over backwards for you if your not an ass....

[@cherylwang65]

Can't agree with you more. Also, I'll take 1 extra day off if you have a short transit time during long haul flights. Like flight from Taipei to Dubai 10 hours, transit 1hr 45 mins only ,then Dubai to Rio , Brazil, another 14 hours. I will spend 1 extra night to sleep at the Dubai airport hotel. ( of course, if you are with a tour, this may not be feasible).

[@WanderlustWithT]

Yeah....can't afford business class unfortunately. I have always flown economy, i just have to adapt and deal with discomfort.

[@jeansindhikara1823]

residentflea, I have found that breaking up the flight actually prolongs the stress of air travel. At each stop, you need to disembark, get your luggage and travel to and from the hotel. During the stopover you are somewhat jet lagged and can’t totally enjoy the sites.

[@cevasco5]

Hey Mark! You've encouraged my wife and I to travel with our child. We have our first long haul flight in two weeks. Thanks for the great advice!!

[@Places2GoTravel]

Mark, best thing to make a flight more enjoyable is to request a seat with a screaming young kid in the seat in the row behind you. Preferably the kid that will also kick the back of your chair constantly, throw bits of food at you and randomly make vile bodly smells through barf or worse - it's best when the parents of said kid do not give a flying fig about the kids behaviour and are soley focusing on drinking as much alcohol as possible. Wow, happy times!

[@luismarquez7917]

I have called out on parents and have called out to a flight attendant if the parents are non- compliant. There is absolutely no excuse😫

[@luismarquez7917]

@@phillvapez8285 Phillip I would have gone for the parents instead.

[@TheMistyisle]

Had a flight back from Sydney to Doha like that once. Toddler screamed the whole way. Mother ignored the poor child completely and the father walked it up and down the zisle for 12 hours. Awful.

[@trevordylan9130]

The kids are adorable. It looks like they were having fun

[@tvken3438]

I love this guy. I always watch his videos every time I travel.

[@sarafouts1531]

If you don’t mind getting up for other people to use the bathroom, get an aisle seat. I honestly don’t mind getting up for others, so I always get an aisle seat.

[@KMartha22]

eat your dinner, have a glass of wine, or two, and go to sleep. That's how I do it. Oh and travel light.

[@katyisgone]

KMartha22 not everyone can sleep sitting up goddammit

[@estorrajeon1415]

i sleep during class (ik its bad but idc) so im fine

[@davidbach7003]

Take along an ambien

[@ozlozano9470]

I shall live vicariously through your adventures. As a person that works 7 days a week and will probably never travel I immensely enjoy your content.

[@Hungry_Hufflepuff_]

I watch this everytime I have a flight, or even just traveling on a road trip because I feel you’re entertaining, and I love flying generally. Tbh, middle seat gets both armrests, window gets one and the window, aisle gets one and the aisle

[@johnfuller3272]

Great as always. You need a TV show so more people can see the great work you do.

[@doncoleman4938]

Best advice given to me (and we took it). Travel business class, not economy. Sure it'll cost more (but in this day and age they're affordable). Once you've done it, you'll ALWAYS travel business class. Or if you're on a budget, consider "premium economy". Plenty of videos on KZbin to help you decide what's best for you.

[@harangadsingh1434]

Don Coleman sage advice but with only one caution. I never went back to economy once I tried business. Now I'm engulfed in this savoury world of miles/ points. If I don't get a reasonable business product, I don't travel.

[@Jennochka]

You are the best travel friend I never met! Thank you for all your videos Mark! They help so much! This is one that really helps!

[@Donnabrosario]

Thank you for all the helpful videos you have produced. They are full of information that truly matters. 😊

[@noworryshecancurry7454]

Agree. I would also recommend some hand creme, moisturizer for the face and lip balm (all in the zip lock bag ) or anything you would need because the air gets very dry. I also recommend something to read and a scarf bc. Of cold planes. And I bring my inflatable neck pillow for better sleep.

[@schumi246]

The pressure and humidity problem never bothers me, because I live higher and drier than most airplane cabins. If this does bother you, try and find flights on a 787 or A350, as those planes are usually pressurized a little more, and keep the air more humid.

[@Kakibot]

Really thorough! Gonna be on a flight from Edinburgh to Osaka in a month and will definitely come back to these tips .) I am a no-sleeper on planes so I find entertainment is the top priority - Netflix and Prime now let you download films and shows onto your tablet or phone so I plan to do a lot of that before we depart .)

[@jocelynwolters293]

Kakibot, have you tried melatonin? It doesnt work for everyone but I know how hard it is to Not sleep.

[@Kakibot]

Haven't tried that yet although I do remember my friend telling me it worked for her! I will look into it before the big trip .) Thank you!

[@caseyvee4419]

Try it in advance. Gives me seizures. Another guy I know takes it and would sleep through a nuclear blast on it.

[@jocelynwolters293]

Kakibot, you should ask a doctor or pharmacist first. Our doc recommended using liquid so we can use doses as small as 1ml.

[@deannasmith8914]

Just FYI, one side effect of melatonin is that it can make dreams/nightmares intensely more vivid for some people. (I had extreme horror movie-like nightmares on it.) I would recommend testing it out well in advance of departing.

[@rosiedillon23]

This channel is extremely helpful. Thank you for making these and taking the time!

[@OmarAllagFS]

i like u man, u speak fast, no boring entrances etc.. keep it up

[@ForvoQuizlet]

Sciatic nerve pain and leg thrombosis survival tips needed.

[@mikegehre570]

While seated, slowly grab the back of both knees and bring them up slowly to your chest and slowly return. I have back issues and this works. Sit straight up and press your feet against the floor, hold for a moment and release. Gets the blood flowing. Remind yourself every X hours to walk the aisle. Avoid meal times though. I have flown the world and I use these techniques.

[@dogbreath34]

leg thrombosis is one very compelling reason to stretch your legs occasionally.

[@lockergr]

Get muscle relaxers before you go. The spasms can be criminally painful and staying quiet impossible. Get a two hour massage for that area before you go. Tell them before you arrive that you specifically want them to work on your sciatica as you will be taking a long-haul flight. When I have had sciatica I have been afraid to drive because when the pain comes I cannot control what happens and I always was afraid that I would get in a crash. Terrible issue. Losing weight helps. Avoid sitting too much in the weeks leading up to your travels.

[@phyld6491]

If you aren’t allergic to aspirin or if you don’t have gastric ulcers I would recommend a low dose aspirin starting the day before your flight to help prevent a Venus thrombosis.Compressive socks or compressive panty hose for women.

[@peterpain6625]

Get compression socks (at least up to the knees) and walk around the plane every few hours. Helps me at least and i got about a couple million flight miles :)

[@freedominabudget]

My longest leg of a flight was 22 hours, 36 hours of total travel time going from Fort Lauderdale to Zimbabwe. My secret weapon was cough syrup to knock me out! LOL

[@19GENESE13]

Thanks for this. Nyquil it is

[@flext-rex8284]

@@19GENESE13 benadryl helps very well as does some anti nausea OTCs

[@sabsim2331]

You are fabulous and positive. Chanced upon your videos only recently and boy, how much have I missed! Great tips and really hope that everyone takes your tips seriously as it should have eliminated all the bad behaviours that have been reported on the international news.

[@MadamKumaDuck]

I have a 14 hour flight from Sydney to Vancouver so this was really helpful! You just earned a subscriber!

[@TheHistoryguy68]

Best travel info site. Thanks Mark, I recommend your site to all the travelers I drive.

[@kcoxgrosso]

:) THANK YOU so much for reminding us all to "be nice to your flight crew". I'm a flight attendant and I love meeting people from all over the world. We're all stuck on that airplane together and it's true - a pleasant attitude goes a LONG way! ;) Cheers to you and your family!

[@carolynmolinaro9295]

Love your videos, Mark! Thanks so much for all you do!

[@cosmocat12]

Great video! Best piece of advice ever is your last point. Have a good attitude, make the best of any situation and don't stress! If you are a nervous flyer, tell your seat mate. they may just talk to you and your nerves will go. If they want to sleep, respect that.

[@ahmedrisha]

best piece of advice is be nice that's means how nice you are. Big like for you.

[@hez_am_i2448]

If you have even a tiny bit of a headache - take pain killers before you get on (a few hours if you can) take extra with you. Also if you have never flown long haul or over water before take travel sickness tablets even if you dont normally get air sick. I've flown heaps around Australia and never had a problem, flew 4 weeks before our european trip did canberra to perth return in 36hrs no problems. But I started to get a headache before our Perth to Dubai flight, didn't take enough in headache tablets and that combined with air sickness made me so sick i nearly couldn't get on the flight to Munich. thank god for the pharmacy in dubai airport. weirdly i think it was flying over water for such a long period of time that made it worse but who knowns. going home i wasn't well on the dubai to perth leg but fine london to dubai and dubai to munich. just dont assume you wont be sick

[@dogbreath34]

It is unclear to me why flying over water would be any worse than flying over land.

[@plarlee1]

Enjoy all the information you share. We are going to Europe this August and these have been very helpful

[@karibgold5394]

I'm so grateful for your great advice!!! We are flying to Amsterdam and this will be a first time for me going to Europe. God bless you - thank you!!

[@rmbonds]

Another tip is try to fly at night for the really long flights. You are usually asleep anyway.

[@mrsbs7146]

I flew DFW - CDG in coach & I was miserable! When we landed I decided I will NEVER fly coach again on an overseas trip!! If that means less trips then so be it :) Great video, thanks!!!

[@cycling4life351]

I love long haul flights! I did Manchester to NJ then on to DC .. I’m 6’2” and went with united airlines and cannot fault them! The leg room in economy was great, took a window seat and the air stewardess service was superb! All this and access to movies / snacks made for a very pleasant journey. Also I love the US and the people, very very friendly and helpful - can’t wait to go back!

[@njellie]

Another video I really appreciated! Thank you! Btw: love the backdrops to most of your posts!👍🏼

[@brontewcat]

Interesting. Qantas does not consider a 14 hour flight to be long haul - it’s medium. Long haul is 18 hour’s plus - generally Australia to Europe

[@theoldar]

Your final tip was the most important!

[@MaggieBellla]

I just love your videos .. Always very informative. Thank you

[@CalumMcLean]

Love your last tip, pack a good attitude. Brilliant!

[@steemdup]

compression socks on long flights - agree 100%

[@NovaStar1967]

I tried to do this. My feet get too hot in them and then I was super uncomfortable. Just gonna have to write the alphabet with my feet instead :)

[@IrishAnnie]

Absolutely! My feet had swollen so much, I could’ve get my shoes back on!!!! So, on our last long trip, I brought two pairs and they really helped.

[@carolinaf3859]

Omg I actually love this guyyyy :))))

[@simonwest9450]

One tip as well if you're on the larger side (like myself) one of the drawbacks of getting an exit or bulkhead seat on most carriers is that the tray table and tv are stored in the armrest. As a result, they are fixed, thus limiting the seat width further.

[@joanes1963able]

Thanks a lot for your videos, Wolter. Great job!

[@ekbrandon93]

I'm heading back to South Africa in about a month. The 16 and a half hour flight from Atlanta to Johannesburg is never fun, but I've learned a few little hacks, like the ones you mentioned, that make those hours a little more tolerable 😊

[@SaraStar7373]

Couldn't have come at a better time! Got a thirteen hour flight from germany to Singapore, and then a ten hour flight from Singapore back home to New Zealand coming up in two weeks time, and I'm travelling without my family so it's all on me this time! Thanks for the original and helpful tips!!

[@mikefredrck1]

Your videos are fantastic and so informative! Keep up the great work and safe travels!

[@ronaldwolf2599]

Can't thank you enough for posting this video. After watching, we just upgraded our seating on international CLT to FCO. 1st international flight. Your advise will no doubt make our trip more comfortable. Thanks again, Ron

[@woltersworld]

+Ronald Wolf every inch of leg room on a long haul flight makes a difference.

[@davidchisholm2323]

long haul flights, choose isle seats, being person who never pays for choosing a seat, I am always early at check in and ask for isle seat ,works every time , you control your own movements, thus you can exercise / go to toilet ,get stuff out of your carryon, anytime you want without worrying about "being a bother. and this is biggy ! you can load last, there's no need to be on plane for any longer than you need to be."Do not have small bag as he said ,you need that space in front of you for your feet ( which are in warm socks,, durable ones that you can work around in ) shoes are off until you land ( at which point you stay seated until its your turn to exit plane, just relax and wait thankful that you have arrived, nobodies going anywhere fast getting off a plane!

[@jbilget]

I prefer a stop-over flight instead of non-stop flight. It takes overall longer hours, but far less tired, usually cheaper and have a chance to see new places. In some airports an agents offer a sightseing tour.

[@mikegehre570]

Totally agree. Breaks the long haul sitting. Plan on a couple of hours. Have a walk around, bite to eat if you like, it makes a big difference than 14 hours straight.

[@jarrodlee1506]

Fuck that no offense but ill pay xtra just to get there sooner

[@temmietaft2552]

Thanks for sharing these awesome tips. I'm going to share this video with my mom.

[@thomaswardroper2878]

Great video; clear, straight to the point, well presented, some excellent tips. Well done.

[@MarianasCam]

I now bring a small inflatable beach ball. My feet nearly reach the floor so the circulation gets cut by the edge of the seat. With the ball my legs are a bit higher. I would be better a camping pillow (so it doesn't roll away) but i didnt want to spend the money just to see if it works.

[@axjmd]

I used to be a travel agent and one important item you forgot to mention is if you want to sit in an emergency row exit and yes you absolutely get much more leg room is you MUST BE ABLE TO HELP THE FLIGHT ATTENDANTS IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY (OPEN THE EMERGENCY EXIT WINDOW NEXT TO YOU, DIRECT PEOPLE TO THE EXIT, ETC) If you can't or have an ounce of feeling that you don't want to be bothered about this, you need to be re-seated and cannot sit in this row also you cannot be handicapped to sit in this row. Passengers must be of able body to perform and assist in an emergency. Would you like it if on your flight there would be an emergency and someone sitting in the emergency exit row is a wheelchair bound passenger and you'd be fumbling over their legs and body? This would not be productive during an emergency. My frank choice for seating (Aisle, center, and window seats) is Window, cause when you are on the aisle and center seat your row mates may occasionally need to go to the bathroom and have to wake you. If you choose window seat, no chance for anyone waking you. Absolutely if you are lucky enough to fly the new Airbus 380's, these airplanes are huge and offer lots of walking the aisles chances. Bring with you diphenhydramine (Benedryl) it's an antihistamine and take it just prior to boarding, it will make you drowsy to more being able to relax. Yes, you are right for staying hydrated but, in addition eat and keep yourself full. Whenever I fly and I ate well on the flight, I leave the plane in my destination better to function. One huge must is arrive for your flight EARLY. When you arrive early you can relax by your gate and it will be very less stressful. When the gate agent starts to call rows to board, they usually begin by asking if there is anybody requiring extra assistance, 1st class passengers board the plane here. There will usually be no passengers on the plane and you'll have ample room for on board storage of your luggage, and be able to quickly sit at your designated seat. If you are seated at a window or center seat, utilize the call bell button above you to summon the flight attendant if you need anything like a drink, etc but, don't abuse this remember the flight attendant(s) have lots of other people to serve. If you are on Virgin America utilize the order by your touch screen monitor in front of you on the seat back of the row in front of you. Virgin America flight attendants are very nice.

[@hoagybob]

Some of the best how-to-enjoy travel videos on KZbin.

[@ivanopher7803]

Love the tips you give so much information me and my soon to be wife watch ur videos and even add to our bucket list !!

[@MySoloTravel]

I used to like looking out the window, but I quickly realised that you only get interesting views for the first and last 30 mins. The a380 is the best for window seats as there is so much room. I always go for isle seats now as it's easier to go to the toilet without disturbing anyone.

[@WhirlyPearly]

My Solo Travel My husband and I get isle seats side by side. I’m small he’s tall but neither of us wants that middle seat so it’s perfect for us.

[@noddybebetrain4662]

same here, and yes the a380 has a lot of space by the windows that you can put a bag on it during the fiight and you have a wider snd softer elbow rest

[@jimcunningham61]

15 hour flights are brutal , just got to grind it out

[@coccinelle80]

That’s so cool how you take your children all over, they’ve already had a way better childhood than I could have ever dreamed of!!

[@lexalina132]

Thank you for this video! I have a 14 hour flight to Germany to look forward to in April (2018) and i am NOT looking forward to it-however, Delta is definitely my favorite for any and all flights, so i’m definitely happy about that! Awesome video :)

[@BKLNHobo]

Sleeping pills and earplugs are a must. Always download extra movies on the tablet, in case the in-flight system is broken.

[@MrAlex-ej8ov]

quick tip: NO MATTER WHAT the food is it WILL taste worse at 30,000ft

[@hayankitty6134]

Thanks for being so real

[@XimenaConstanza]

You and your family are so lovely ❤️ Thanks for this useful video❗️

[@robd9490]

I am going to Malaga for my 26th birthday party I can't wait for July to come around

[@lockergr]

Yeah, that's the next place I'm headed to!

[@NICOCRAFTAviation737]

How was it ?

[@normanhuckins5086]

not sure if anyone mentioned it but if you can book your seat on a plane book it in front of the wings. The noise difference is well worth the small amount of effort.

[@forteastro6996]

Huh. I naturally sit near wings lol

[@bryantwhitis1268]

Very well informed honest videos this is why I like their KZbin channel. Keep up with the great videos. 😊

[@valeriemg7434]

My flight is in twos days and I completely forgot about snacks... in my defence it's my first time flying for so long. Going to Italy and I've been obsessively watching all your videos about Italy and traveling in general. So grateful for this channel!!!

[@leightonwinter9243]

valium.... 3 of dem babys, good night..... works everytime

[@mast6209]

if you bring fruits and stuff.. think about the import restrictions for that... can be very costly if you forget to eat them and end up in customs control!

[@Slainte-Mhath]

Ma St, There are spots to discard fruit etc on landing or just leave it with the cabin staff.

[@deannasmith8914]

I got served a banana on a carrier going to Australia; a fruit that is banned if anyone happened to put it in their pack instead of eating it on the plane! Customs had "fruit-sniffing" dogs to find contraband fruit too. One of the dogs stopped beside me and sniffed my hand that had just held the banana peel before leaving the plane... I was relieved the handler realized I'd only held fruit in my hand. I wouldn't ignore any country Custom's rules ever; not worth the fines, or worse.

[@aileenking6262]

We were flying back from Rome landing in Virginia, and I was looking at this cute little beagle then 5 seconds later it was alerting to the apple in my moms bag, since we had a connection to LAX and my dad is an American Airlines Platinum Member we were being chaperoned around the airport we were rushed through the line, and we determined it was faster to go through the separate line then the larger ones, so moral of the story.... keep your fruit...

[@LisaTolliverUSA]

@@aileenking6262 Nice that it worked out for your Mom, but that's bad advice for others, when traveling internationally (by any conveyance). Some people have lost their Trusted Traveler status for carrying fruit through an international border checkpoint.

[@JenandTonic95]

I LOVE your tip to be nice to the crew!

[@Tokyodrew]

Great video! Very helpful and informative! I fly the Tokyo to Toronto route (12-13 hrs) 3 times a year! Most of your tips I do practice....Your best advice...PACK A GOOD ATTITUDE! love it... Keep it real