More than 8 hours of getting stuck in a tight seating area on a plane are exhausting, especially for economy-class passengers. Along with needed traveling items, here is the list of 5 essentials of what to prepare for a long haul flight to Vietnam to get rid of flying hassles and have a relaxing start for your trip.
For a safe flight to Vietnam:
Face Masks
Disposable medical face masks can be found in almost every pharmacy or convenience store in Vietnam. Still, it is better to protect yourself in crowded places such as the airport – especially during flu seasons. Recommended face masks for traveling Vietnam
Read more about Is it necessary to wear a face mask in Vietnam?
Other health-related items:
- Travel water bottle
- Hand-sanitizers
- Lotion/Moisturizer
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For much-needed comfort on the plane:
First and foremost, dress comfy! You don’t want to spend the entire flight in tight jeans, or fidgeting on your seat to fix your skirt. Warm, breathable and lightweight clothing is suggested, such as slip-on shoes, sandals, cotton socks, or a light jacket, etc.
Neck Pillows
Don’t accept the neck pain as an inevitable fact of long haul flight to Vietnam. Choose a neck pillow that has the perfect size of head-propping so that you can comfortably fall asleep during your long trip without waking up from your head falling over.
The TRTL neck pillow (pronounced ‘turtle’) can contour to any neck, jaw or shoulder shape but only half the size of the traditional neck pillow
Sleeping Eye Mask
If you are asking yourself on what to prepare for a long haul flight to Vietnam, a sleeping eye mask is hands-down on the top of the list. Comfortable eye patches can not only help you sleep on the plane, and also to adjust to the jet lag when in Vietnam.
See our selections for the eye masks recommended by travelers
Noise-canceling Earplugs
Earplugs are always on top of the list of what to prepare for a long haul flight to Vietnam or anywhere else. They do work out in blocking out all disturbing noises and bring you a good sleep, particularly in the worst scenarios of flying next to a snoring seatmate or crying baby.
Prepare noise-canceling earplugs that don’t put too much strain on your ears
To keep you entertained:
Noise-canceling Headphones
Any professional travelers would advise investing in quality noise-canceling headphones for stress-free entertainment on the flight. Here are the best headphones on the market:
Books or Audiobooks
If you are a bookworm, your book can be a recreational way to kill lengthy hours on the plane. In case a physical copy is too bulky, get an audiobook version or carry your Kindle with you.
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Spare Battery
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Snacks
Is there anything left you are still missing on what to prepare for a long haul flight to Vietnam? Think of when you get starving when the lights are out, and flight attendants are nowhere to be found? Make sure to have some light snacks along with you to curb your cravings any time during such a long flight.
Satisfy your hunger by healthy protein bars
When flying from Vietnam, grab a piece of Banh Mi from a local vendor before going to the airport
Concluding Thoughts on What to Prepare for a Long Haul Flight to/from Vietnam
I hope our article on what to prepare for a long haul flight to Vietnam helps you to pack all the essentials. Also, don’t forget to stay hydrated by drinking enough water as well as walk up and down the aisle every few hours to boost blood flow. If you are still wondering how to make most of your trip to Vietnam, spend some time on the plane checking our blog on the highly recommended activities.
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