Air Travel Advice
Tips and Advice.
AIR
TRAVEL TIPS
In the event of flight cancellation try calling your travel agent or airline
for a new reservation before heading to the airport counter for a refund.
Passengers with hand luggage should ask for a seat towards the rear of the plane.
You will board first and have more time to stow your bags.
Always call the airline before leaving and check that your flight is on time. This can help avoid unnecessary waiting time at the airport due to delays.
And remember if your flight is delayed you may be entitled to a refund, even if your ticket is 'Non-Refundable'.
Passengers wanting to change seat should ask at check-in as bulkhead and exit row seats are allocated last and there may be spaces available.
If you have a long wait in between flight transfers it is worth noting that for a one off fee you may be able to use the airline's executive lounge (usually £15-£20).
Passengers suffering from ear pressure during flights should place a hot cloth in a cup and hold it to your ear. This will actually relieve the discomfort.
Passengers wishing to use a laptop during the flight should bring the correct auto/air adapter along with power extension and charger.
Drinking alcohol on long hauls can prove disastrous. The pressurised cabin effectively reduces tolerance to booze and many airlines now actively prosecute drunken passengers or refuse entry onto aircraft by passengers who have been drinking prior to flying. You may think you're calming your nerves but it can actually have the opposite effect.
