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I'm a former flight attendant. Here are 12 ways passengers ruin their experience on long-haul flights.

Tiffany HawkDec 20, 2022, 23:53 IST

My years as a flight attendant taught me ways to maximize comfort in the air.Tiffany Hawk

  • As a former flight attendant, I've found ways to make traveling less stressful and more enjoyable.
  • Some people drink too much alcohol, which can lead to dehydration and poor behavior.
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I used to work as an international flight attendant and have seen many travelers repeat the same mistakes.

I serviced over 100 international flights during my time as a flight attendant.Ekaterina Pokrovsky/Shutterstock

Some have a hard time waking back up after taking sleeping pills in the air.

Consult with your doctor before taking medication in the air.Tetra Images / Getty Images
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Many fail to test out their bulky neck pillow before the flight and don't end up using it.

Always try out your pillow before carrying it onto the plane.FotoHelin/Shutterstock

Passengers who let their kids watch TV series and movies the entire flight might have to deal with jet lag the next day.

There's no guarantee that you'll love the in-flight menu, so bring snacks just in case.Tiffany Hawk
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I've seen travelers walk around the cabin without shoes or socks.

Airplane floors don't get cleaned very frequently, so do your best to wear slippers or shoes.Tiffany Hawk

Some people don't layer enough in the plane cabin and are either too hot or too cold.

Temperatures in airplanes tend to run either too high or too low.Getty Images
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Many travelers rely on in-flight entertainment, which doesn't always work.

There are a lot of entertainment options on international flights.Tiffany Hawk

A lot of passengers don't charge their devices before boarding because they mistakenly assume the outlets by their seats will function.

Even if there are outlets on planes, they're not guaranteed to work.ShutterStockStudio; Shutterstock
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People who drink too much alcohol can act out of turn.

People should pace themselves with alcoholic beverages and drink plenty of water.Tiffany Hawk

Many plane travelers don't drink enough water and arrive at their destination dehydrated.

Fill up a reusable water bottle at the airport.myboys.me/Shutterstock
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People don't always remember to bring small items, like earplugs and moisturizers, that make the journey significantly more comfortable.

If you prepare correctly for a long flight, the experience will be much more enjoyable.Artur Debat/Getty Images

People often reach for gassy food and drink carbonated beverages.

There's no guarantee that you'll love the in-flight menu, so bring snacks just in case.Tiffany Hawk
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