The worst part about traveling as far as I’m concerned! Here’s a few ideas of how to avoid jet lag after hours of travel, across the states or across the pond!
- Always set your clock to the local time – The best way to acclimate to a new time zone is to embrace it. You may be tired, but best to set your clock or watch to the local time. Still adhere to your normal bedtime, in the new time zone. Avoid napping when you get to your destination the first day. Go out and explore! You’ll be ready to sleep at bedtime.
- Go easy on the alcohol – Alcohol tends to dehydrate, which can lead to a nasty hangover if overindulgent.
- Drink plenty of water – Water not only keeps you hydrated, it gives you a good reason to get up, stretch and take a walk…to the onboard lavatory!
- Get up and stretch – Long flight? When the captain turns off the seat belt sign (hopefully!), stand up, walk up and down the aisle, just don’t congregate near the galley or rest rooms. they tend to not like that! While seated, do not cross your legs or feet. Do some sitting exercises such as rolling your ankles, march quietly in place and pointing/flexing your toes. Just don’t be too energetic and disturb the person next to you!
- Arrive a day or two early – Always good advice. But not always practical.
As always, safe travels!
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