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Three worst things you can do before getting on a long flight that will ruin the first day of your holiday
THREE of the biggest mistakes you can make when getting on a long flight have been revealed.
There’s nothing quite like a good holiday in a far away place, but getting there can sometimes be such an ordeal it ruins the first day of your getaway.
A flight to Los Angeles can take upwards of 11 hours, which is certainly a long time to be stuck in the same seat.
But that’s peanuts compared to a trip to Sydney, Australia, which can take more than 21 hours, with one stop along the way.
While you may be looking forward to spending some time relaxing on the country’s sunny shores, you don’t want to be touching down in a foul mood, exhausted, starving, and desperately needing a long sleep at 11am local time.
Here, we reveal the three top tips to making sure that long flight is as enjoyable as it possibly can be.
Entertainment
Let’s face it, flying can be pretty tedious.
Casey Brogan, consumer travel expert at Tripadvisor, told HuffPost not having enough entertainment was a big mistake.
She said: “Before your flight, download movies, music or podcasts to your devices like phone, iPad or laptop and ensure they are fully charged before traveling so you have guaranteed entertainment options.
“On a recent flight, my in-flight entertainment was not working properly, so I was glad to have downloaded movies to my iPad as a backup for the hours in the air.”
Ms Brogan said that books and crossword puzzles were also good options to bring.
Food
You don’t want to be at the mercy of the airline when it comes to food.
Bringing your own snacks can ensure you can choose not just what you eat, but when you eat.
Co-founder of The Vacationer, Phil Dengler, said: “I always bring my own snacks on long-haul flights, and I have never regretted it.
“Food options can be limited, so this guarantees I will be able to eat what I want and when I want.”
Seats
Spending upwards of 10 hours stuck between two strangers is very few people’s idea of a good time.
Many airlines do not charge fees for seats in economy class, but a few extra pounds spent to fly in economy plus or comfort plus could be worth it to get extra space.
Those planning to sleep on the flight may wish to choose a window seat, so as not to be limited to being sat upright.
Legroom enthusiasts should consider getting the exit row seat.
Vice president at Kayak North America, Paul Jacobs, said: “Window or aisle ― you really need to decide what is more important to you.
“You can lean on the window ― or have the freedom of getting up and stretching whenever you feel like it. I prefer the aisle any day.”
Huge fire rips through warehouses and spreads to 15 vehicles as ‘loud bangs’ heard and residents urged to close windows
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Fire crews were called to the inferno at a recycling centre on Hovefields Avenue, in Basildon, Essex at around 1.15am today.
Locals reported hearing “loud bangs” from the scene and thick plumes of smoke could be seen billowing across the A127.
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Inside Christine McGuinness’ stunning eighth birthday party for daughter with Barbie cake, balloons and bouncy castles
CHRISTINE McGuinness went all out for her daughter’s eighth birthday party with a Barbie and magical themed extravaganza.
The TV star and mum-of-three took to Instagram to share a series of snaps giving fans a glimpse into daughter Felicity’s big day.
One pic saw two huge bouncy castles and a stunning balloon display with Christine, 36, holding up her daughter’s Barbie cake.
Christine reminisced on her baby girl’s life so far as she shared a montage video of her pregnant with Felicity and her as a baby and toddler.
The TV star wrote: “Happy Birthday to my beautiful, curly haired, crazy angel Felicity, My baby G is 8 today going on 18!
“My little lady with the biggest personality and the strongest mind, you really are a whirlwind of fun and energy no one can keep up with!
“Words can’t describe my love for you and how proud I am to be your mummy!”
She continued: “Obviously I don’t show my children publicly but I can tell you my Felicity is a natural entertainer, always wanting to make people laugh, she is going to be one hell of a strong woman with a very caring beautiful nature.”
Fans were quick to take to the comments to celebrate with the family.
One commented: “You have put together an amazing family day & beautiful birthday for your little angel”
“Strong women raise strong women (heart emoji),” penned a second.
“Have a great day with your family. You look amazing, so beautiful (fire emoji),” a third added.
Daughter Felicity is one of three children Christine shares with comedian and TV presenter Paddy McGuinness, 51.
She went on to co-host several shows with her husband alongside appearing on The Real Housewives of Cheshire and ITV’s Loose Women.
Christine and Paddy announced their split in 2022 but continue to co-parent Felicity and ten-year-old twins Leo and Penelope.
All three children have been diagnosed with autism, with Christine later finding out she was autistic too in her 30s.
In her 2021 book, A Beautiful Nightmare, Christine admitted the diagnosis caused problems within her marriage as they fought over how to handle the kids.
The model admitted to having ‘constant arguments’ with Paddy over the kids amid divorce.
She wrote: “It will be autistic people that cure cancer. I do hope Leo, Penelope and Felicity will be independent one day.
“I don’t know if they’ll have relationships but if they do and they’re happy that’s great.”
“A constant argument between me and my husband is him thinking they’re not going to be able to do anything and I’m constantly saying they will.”
The quotes re-emerged following Christine’s short-lived appearance on Celebrity MasterChef last month as she tried to grapple with her autism on the cooking show.
