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If you\u2019ve ever flown during the holiday<\/span> season<\/span> you\u2019ll know how frustrating and packed the airports are. You\u2019ll also know how expensive flights are. It\u2019s no wonder so many people opt for a red-eye to save on costs and to catch direct flights without those annoying stopovers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have to take a red-eye, there are a few things that will make the trip easier. Take it from someone who has survived many international flights and red eyes over the past decade.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Manage Your Expectations<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You will not get adequate rest no matter how much you try, so manage your expectations and shift them to getting the best out of the situation as you can. Don\u2019t spend all your energy at once at the beginning of the trip.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep Routines<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t plan on staying up through the flight by loading up on caffeine. Keep your routine similar in structure as you would if you weren\u2019t traveling. It may be unpleasant, but it won\u2019t jolt your body as harshly when it\u2019s already under a lot of stress. Stop eating when you regularly would and even if you can\u2019t sleep, keep your eyes closed and try to emulate sleep as much as you can.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hydrate<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Stay hydrated with WATER before the flight. You don\u2019t need caffeine right now for a variety of reasons. Keeping hydrated with water is your best option. Stop drinking fluids an hour-2 hours before you plan on going<\/span> to sleep, or keep the fluid intake to a minimum and keep it at room temperature (no ice).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cozy Up<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Keep yourself as cozy as possible. If you know that you must survive the night with little possibility of rest, at the very least keep your body and yourself warm and cozy to make yourself more relaxed. Pack a pair of warm fuzzy socks so you can take off your shoes during the flight and pack a large, warm scarf that you can wrap around yourself and use as a blanket.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Put The Makeup Aside<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Forget about your usual makeup routine. Seriously, it\u2019ll just make you feel grumpier when you noticed things drying up, flaking and smudging. Instead, moisturize<\/span> well with a thick moisturizer or a beauty oil that you can leave on the skin like a mask. Dab on plenty of Vaseline<\/span> on your lips and UNDER your eyes to keep the delicate eye area moisturized.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PJs Are Your Friend<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wear an ensemble as close to a pajama set as you can get away with in public. Once again, the less stressed your body feels, the less stressed you\u2019ll feel, and the less grumpy fights and frazzled talks you must undergo.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carry Smart<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Have an accessible pouch stashed away in your front seat pocket containing: toothbrush and small toothpaste OR mouthwash (don\u2019t overburden yourself with both), hand cream, a small container of Vaseline, small blush with a mirror and a travel tube of mascara, comb or travel brush.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Self Care in The Air<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bring a soothing, calming tea with you. Airlines usually only stock with caffeinated tea options for the drink service, so it\u2019s useful to have a good high-quality tea that you can sip before resting your eyes. I love Mariage Fr\u00e8res teas or Kusmi.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cover Your Eyes<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Pack an eye mask. Make it a nice, soft, soothing eye mask that will force you to keep your eyes closed and rested.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Music Matters<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Load your phone with soothing classical music or soundscapes that will relax you.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be a Diva<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t make things harder on yourself when you arrive. If you have the option of taking a car to your destination vs. public transportation, choose the taxi, especially if your flight arrives early morning before rush hour or early morning on a weekend. You\u2019ll be tired<\/span>, no matter how much care you took. This is when spending a few extra dollars for peace of mind is worth it.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pay Extra<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Do whatever you can to avoid connections!! You might save $50 by option for a connection mid-flight, but you\u2019ll be sacrificing more the next day when you decide you won\u2019t be able to enjoy your destination as much because you\u2019re dead tired.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose Seats Wisely<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When choosing a seat, opt for the window. It gives you an extra surface to lean on and doze off if you need it. Ideally, you\u2019ll be asleep anyway so you won\u2019t have to get up to go to the bathroom throughout the flight.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Melatonin Up<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re a light sleeper and know<\/span> you\u2019ll need an extra nudge, take a melatonin 30-45 minutes prior to when you plan on dozing off. Set your alarm so you can wake up before the plane lands and get extra time to prep.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Adjust Time Zones<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When on an international red-eye or a flight that changes time zones, try to adapt to the new time zone best you can.<\/span> Start functioning as if you\u2019ve arrived already!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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