Depending on where you’re coming from, your journey to Santa Fe de Antioquia could be simple and straightforward or it could drag on forever. We’ve rounded up some useful hints that will help you start your next big adventure on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:
- The trick to having a stress-free travel experience is to pack in advance. Start with the essentials: passport, travel docs, credit cards and any vital medications. Next, take on board items that’ll help while away those hours, like some electronic gadgets or a juicy novel. It’s also wise to bring your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of headphones. Finally, be sure to squeeze in toiletries like a toothbrush, deodorant and a clean T-shirt.
Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:
- Put all your full-sized bottles of hair gel and hairspray in your checked luggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated by authorities. Pointed or sharp objects, like your beloved pocket knife, and dangerous goods which are flammable or explosive, such as flares, bleaching agents and fuels, are also not allowed.
What to wear on a flight:
- The long, narrow aisles of your airplane are no fashion runway. Layer up with comfy clothing and pack a sweater as it tends to get cool inside the cabin on long-haul flights. Flat, enclosed shoes are always a good idea too.
- Unfortunately, a risk of flying long-haul is developing DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clotting condition caused by prolonged periods of inactivity. To prevent this from happening, take every opportunity to stretch your legs and walk around the cabin. Compression tights and socks are another easy way to help minimize this risk.