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What should you bring on a long plane ride?

Amy Tan
Travel Planner & Founder, Planet Hoppers
Amy Tan is a Travel Planner and the Founder of Planet Hoppers, a boutique travel design team founded in 2002. Planet Hoppers specializes in brainstorming and creating itineraries for dream vacations, honeymoons, exotic adventures, family reunions, and group trips. Planet Hoppers is a TRUE accredited travel agency and a member of the Signature Travel Network, the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), and Travel Leaders. Amy earned a BA in Communications and a BS in Physics from the University of California, Davis in 2000.

Amy Tan

Travel Planner & Founder, Planet Hoppers

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Bring chapstick, hand lotion, earplugs or noise cancelling headphones, earphones for the onboard entertainment, a phone charger, hand wipes, pain medicine, a neck pillow, and a universal adapter. You can also bring some books or a handheld gaming device to occupy your time.

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Can we not get food in airplanes?

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You can bring food, but you can't take any liquids unless the liquid container is 100ml or less. But you can easily take food on the plane, and if it's a long flight they'll serve food at some point.

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What is the best way to feel comfortable on the plane? What if I get bored?

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If you’re bored, watch a movie, play games, read a book, listen to music, etc. You can get comfortable on the plane by bringing a blanket or a neck pillow, or an eye mask, and socks. You can buy them at the airport, though they might be more costly there.

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What if I have a minor head cold? Will I lose my hearing? It isn't severe it is just minor such as runny nose, etc. I'm still so worried. I can't cancel the flight either. Help!

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You shouldn't lose your hearing. Your ears may hurt while changing altitude, but you should be fine. See your doctor if you're so anxious about possible ear harm. They might prescribe something to help.

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Will they serve food on a 2-and-a-half hour flight?

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Not likely. There might be complimentary snacks and beverages, depending on the airline.

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Do planes have an emergency exit?

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Commercial planes typically have several emergency exits. However, while flying, these exits would do you no good without a parachute.

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How do I enjoy a 3-hour plane ride in a small, private plane? My dad has his private pilot's license, and he is flying me somewhere. I do get to bring whatever food I want.

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Bring snacks and water so you won't be hungry or thirsty. Bring entertainment so you're not bored. However, the best thing you can do is go on the flight with a good attitude that you're going to see some amazing things from the sky and you can learn a lot from your dad about flying too.

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Do they give you baby food?

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No, you should bring your own. They do serve apple juice and orange juice that the babies could probably drink if old enough. Never assume plane meals will be suitable for a baby though.

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When is a good time to go to the bathroom?

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When the seat-belt sign is off or when they say it is okay to get up and walk around. Try to be quick so you can get back to your seat in case of turbulence.

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