Comply with certain essential regulations
Whether you are a first-time or frequent flyer, you still need to pay attention to the airline's "mandatory" requirements such as: documents, immigration/exit procedures, luggage weight, no smoking, no use of mobile phones and other signal transmitting devices because they can cause interference, always fasten your seat belt during the flight, pay attention to the nearest emergency exit in case of emergency...
Ensure the safety of your luggage
Your journey may be delayed if you encounter problems due to subjective or objective reasons. To minimize this, check with the airline about items that may be prohibited. You may have to declare drugs, chemicals and food when checking in. Some countries may also ban food for a variety of reasons. Due to security issues, you are not allowed to carry items that can cause injury such as knives, scissors, sharp cosmetic tools or carry liquids, flammable, explosive, radioactive, magnetic substances in your luggage...
To avoid losing your luggage, attach a clear and sturdy luggage tag to avoid tearing it. To be extra cautious, write your destination address and itinerary inside your luggage in case the tag on the outside gets lost or your suitcase is opened for inspection. Once you arrive at your destination, go to the baggage carousel and complete the necessary procedures. There are many numbered or labeled lines, you can check the electronic board/information board to know which line corresponds to your flight to collect your luggage.
Documents
Make sure you bring all the necessary documents including: plane tickets, valid passport, visa, several copies of documents, health certificates as required by the local authorities. Scanning your passport, necessary documents and storing them in your phone or smart electronic devices is also a wise solution to prevent unexpected incidents.
Time
You need to be at the airport and check in at least 60 minutes before departure for domestic flights, 120 minutes for international flights and make sure to arrive at the gate at least 30 minutes before departure. To avoid delays, pay attention to the electronic boards and listen carefully to the loudspeakers announcing arrivals and departures.
Skin
Airplane clothing also needs to be neat and tidy. Avoid wearing tight clothing or high heels to make it easier to move because tight clothing can cause blood clots and venous congestion, which is not good for your health. The air on the plane is quite cold and dry, so wear thin layers of clothing made of breathable and moisture-wicking material. You should bring a light jacket to keep your body comfortable and warm enough during the flight.
Health
If you have a history of respiratory problems or chronic diseases, you should consult your doctor, bring enough special medicine and be careful when deciding to fly. For long flights, to reduce numbness in your limbs due to sitting still in a chair for hours, you should stretch your legs, stretch your shoulders or walk lightly to reduce the feeling of fatigue. Some travelers often bring neck pillows, earplugs and music players to relax on the plane.
Before your flight, you should avoid fast food, fried foods, and alcoholic drinks. Instead, eat yogurt, smoothies, or enjoy a cup of herbal tea to help your body retain the necessary amount of water.
For travelers who are prone to motion sickness, it is advisable to choose a seat above the wing, avoiding sitting near the engine at the tail of the plane. Choosing a seat next to the window and opening the ventilation towards your face is also a smart choice to reduce the feeling of turbulence when the plane goes up and down. When taking off or landing, to avoid earaches, you should chew gum, or drink water, swallow small sips to balance the pressure inside the ear with the outside.
For international flights, the time difference will increase fatigue, so you need to rest and eat well to have good health, ready to explore and experience interesting things at the destination.
Notes when shopping duty-free
When shopping for duty-free goods at the airport, you should consider choosing items produced in that country to get a price 10-25% cheaper than in the city or supermarket. However, you should consider before buying liquid items such as perfume, shampoo, wine, skin cream, if you will be transiting at a third airport. The baggage screening department at the transit and connecting airports will mostly not allow you to bring these items to the next flight.
Shopping at duty-free shops at airports in each country has its own strict conditions and regulations. When paying, you must show your boarding pass and the seller will tell you how many items you can buy for each product to avoid trouble for breaking the law, which can result in heavy fines. Ask clearly about the tax refund procedure and collect your items together if necessary to get a tax refund at once. You should pay cash instead of using a payment card (Master, Visa...) because there will be an additional international service fee.
Flying with children
When purchasing tickets and checking in for children, a birth certificate is required for children under 14 years old and a birth certificate for children under 1 month old. If the child is not traveling with their parents, a letter of authorization from the parents for the person accompanying the child is required.
For newborns, you can place your baby on your lap and use a sling, or you can request a dedicated baby crib service on the plane (Only applicable for newborns from 14 days old to under 2 years old and weighing under 16kg). Before boarding the plane, you need to notify the flight attendants in advance to receive support: hot water for milk, a crib for the baby... For children over 2 years old, you should buy a separate seat to have a comfortable space for both you and the child during the long flight.
A small backpack is an ideal choice to store your child's personal belongings such as clothes, diapers, toys, favorite foods and your valuables. During take-off and landing, pay attention to feeding your child with a bottle of milk or water to avoid earaches due to changes in air pressure. You and your child should wear seat belts throughout the flight to minimize the possible turbulence that can cause vibrations in the plane.
Handling unexpected situations
Before the flight time, sometimes travelers may receive notice of flight delay or cancellation. To minimize unwanted incidents, you should call and check information on the airline's website 1-2 days before departure.
When your flight is delayed or canceled unexpectedly, call the customer service staff immediately to know the exact time of the delay and find out how to handle the next journey, especially for connecting flights. Book a new ticket as soon as possible or contact your insurance company if you have travel insurance because they can help you book a seat quickly.
In case of lost luggage, you need to immediately notify the lost and found office or contact the airline of the flight you just took, and present the ticket corresponding to the lost luggage. Travel insurance is always necessary because of the special, timely support if your luggage is lost or delayed.
When boarding a plane, if unexpected situations occur, stay calm, follow the flight attendant's instructions on fastening seat belts, using oxygen masks and other safety measures, and pay attention to the emergency exit closest to your seat.
Hopefully the above sharing will be a small secret to help you have a safe trip with interesting experiences and discoveries on every road.
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