10 tricks to sleep on flight | Feel Comfortable while sleeping

10 tricks to sleep on flight | Feel Comfortable while sleeping

Hello everyone and welcome back to my Blog. So, if you follow me on Facebook and if you don't you should. I have been traveling a lot lately, I have been very lucky and my friend really kind of got me into this travel bug. I never really was into it before but since me him I have had the opportunity to travel to lots of different places and so because of that and because of my OCD quality. You know I have anxiety not so much OCD so, with that comes my need to organize and I love to be organized. And I love everything to look pretty and have its place so, because of all that I have put together this Blog.

Ten little-known tricks for perfect airplane sleep. People who can easily fall asleep on a plane are among the lucky few because most of us aren't able to doze off in a cramped space sitting in such an uncomfortable position and surrounded by total strangers. What if we told you there are some simple tricks that can help you catch some Z's on board. Who knew that flying on a Tuesday or keeping your seat belt fastened could actually make a difference.

1. Night is the best time for a flight

It's great if you can pick a fight for the time you usually sleep at, wake up two to three hours earlier on the day of your flight to help you fall asleep faster on board later on. Also get to the airport a couple hours in advance and even earlier for international flights from larger airports. It will allow you to avoid the unnecessary stress of waiting in line to check-in and rushing through security. Save yourself the trouble of feeling like you're running late, plus you'll have enough time to do everything you normally do before going to bed, want to brush your teeth no problem you have time for that you normally read before you fall asleep. You can do that before you get on the plane as well. This will trick your body into thinking it's just another regular day and taking your seat on the plane will feel like sliding into bed already for a good night's sleep.

2. The best days to fly are Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Do you like it when the plane is overcrowded and you've got a crying kid on one side of you and a loud obnoxious football fan on the other? And you say yes, oh!! OK then you can just ignore this one for everyone else here's a hit. If you want fewer passengers and more space pick the most unpopular days for booking flights Tuesdays and Wednesdays as a rule. We might even get up to three seats to yourself, oh those are my favorite travel moment and even if you're not that lucky there's a good chance the flight crew will kindly let you take a seat further from noisy passengers. Traveling in this bliss is unlikely to happen on a Friday or any days before holidays, since those are the most fully loaded flights.

3. The perfect seat is by the window

Always try to pick a window seat to rest your head on the wall and not be bothered by your neighbor wanting to get up to go to the bathroom. If you normally sleep on your left side aim for see an, if your right side is your preferred sleeping position pick the window seat on the opposite side of the plane. Now here's a fun fact, British airline easy Jet's as the most popular seat among all passengers is 7F. I guess it's got something to do with luck for all those superstitious travelers out there hey! better safe than sorry. However if you want to be in a quiet place it's a good idea to avoid the front part of the plane and the seats near the compartment wall. 

I know the abundance of leg space is tempting but these seats are commonly reserved by families with infants. A bathroom seat isn't a good option either if you want to be in the most stable part of the plane pick the seats over the wings. Keep all of this in mind when booking tickets that have a seat per selection option. Checking in online or describing your preferences at the airport check-in desk.

4. Tilts your seat back to the max

If you want good quality sleep in the cabin adjust your seat as far back as it'll go. Just make sure the person behind you doesn't mind. Hours of sitting at a right angle can cause painting your waist and lower back and sleeping with your head on the food tray or on the back of the seat in front of you is bad for your neck and spine. Plus it's not very polite to the person sitting in that seat in front of you. You might not realize it but you're pushing their seat for ward when you're leaning against it. So try to get the ideal angle of 135 degrees to minimize the pressure on your spinal disks. You can also rest your legs on your carry-on or place the little pillow they give you under your knees.

5. Clothes should be warm and comfortable

We know you always want to look your best, especially if you're traveling for business and expecting an airport pickup from potential partners upon arrival. However to have a sound nap on board you should wear loose clothes made of natural materials that don't constrict your movements. If your airline doesn't provide blankets take a jacket and warm socks too. It gets pretty cold in the cabin and that makes it hard to fall asleep. Oh!! and one more thing please do not wear adult footie jemmies leave those things at home not everyone deserves to see them you know and if you have to look professional upon arrival pyres suit with you and change into it after landing safely.

6. Fasten your seat belt over your clothes

But wait didn't the previous points say not to wear clothes that constrict your movement isn't that exactly what a seat belt does? It’s okay. I hear you loud and clear let me explain, you're right a seat belt fastened over your clothes or blanket won't make your sleep more comfortable. But it will prevent flight attendants from waking you up if the plane experiences turbulence. It’s especially important for those who not only find it hard to fall asleep but also can't get back to sleep after being interrupted. Imagine finally falling asleep after hours of trying just to be woken up an hour or two later to make sure you're buckled up. 

7. Get yourself some sleeping accessories

Light and noise are the main culprits that keep you from getting needed shut-eye. So this answer might be obvious use a sleeping mask and earplugs, you'll also need proper neck support to relax your muscles since they can't really rest if they're busy holding your head up. Taking a travel pillow with you is a great way to get this necessary neck support.

If you don't have one use a rolled up scarf or a sweatshirt some airlines provide polyester blankets but those are far from being ideal if you want real comfort which equals good sleep. For a longer flight bring your own blanket with you, if it sounds like too much to carry experiment with a wool scarf.

8. Control the scents around you

We all love the scent of a fresh clean pillow. It makes falling asleep something you dream of for most of the day or is it just me who can't wait to get home and cuddle up with my pillow. Vanilla and oranges also smell really good what about burgers and sweaty legs not so much. The good news is that you can control the scents in your immediate surroundings. Now we're not suggesting that you push your neighbor out of the plane just sprinkle the headrest of your travel pillow with some lavender oil or any other essential oil you like. Spraying it with your favorite perfume can also do the trick as long as you don't add too much of it. By the way if you want to know where the safest seats on plane strains and other means of transport are check out this blog it's seriously changed how I choose my seats now.

9. Put your gadgets away

Don't watch movies on your phone tablet or laptop, because the blue light of the screen wakes your brain up most sleep experts say you should put away all your electronics at least half an hour or better yet an hour before you plan on dozing off. Take a proper book instead and opt for a boring one at that it'll help you fall asleep faster. It also won't hurt to listen to calming sounds like bird singing or rain falling, what can be better than the sound of a light breeze it'll calm your brain down instead of activating it like electronic screens do.

10. Food and drinks

Chicken or fish or chickened the endless choices of airplane food. You can have either of those but not too much of it, if you want to be fast asleep don't overeat onboard. The food should be light and healthy while the best drink option is tea the herbal variety is perfect or just plain water forget about coffee or alcohol. The latter of which might call me down but it ruins your quality of sleep you'll most likely wake up a couple hours later feeling groggy and with a dry mouth. The kind of sleep you get after consuming alcohol isn't exactly restorative. So as much as you want to try all the cool exotic suits from the airport food court before takeoff, don't do it stick with what you normally eat so that you won't upset your stomach too much.

So, that's the best way to deal with that that was everything. I like to be comfortable and I like to have all these things that make me feel good. I hope you guys took some good information from this Blog. leave down below what I've missed any recommendations down below, if you're a flight attendant let me know if I'm crazy but anyways thank you guys so much for Reading. I'll see you my next Blog bye you.