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Lately, it seems I spend more time in the air than on solid ground—80 flights this year, spanning short-haul hops, long-haul marathons, domestic routes, international adventures, and everything in between. I’ve flown economy, premium economy, and business class, and each cabin comes with its own challenges: cramped seats, noisy neighbors, unpredictable sleep, and hours of sitting in one position.
As a veteran travel and lifestyle journalist, I’ve learned that surviving—and even enjoying—air travel isn’t about luck with seat assignments or shelling out extra for business class (though that never hurts); it’s about being prepared. The little things I pack in my carry-on make the biggest impact on my comfort level in the air: items that keep me comfortable, supported, hydrated, and healthy, no matter the duration, route, or cabin. After all, even if you’re enjoying the bottomless champagne and lie-flat seats in first class, you’re still stuck with germs, low cabin humidity, and screaming babies.
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