one // Entertainment. I love to read. Already this year, I've read 21 books... I always bring at least two books with me: a novel/thriller and a development book. I just never know what I'm going to be in the mood for. For longer trips, I may even bring more.
On top of books, I like to have a couple of shows downloaded through Netflix - um, yeah did you know you could do that?! - and some podcasts queued up. I like to be able to switch through a few different mediums of entertainment to make the ride go faster.
For San Diego, I brought 4 books, 4 shows and way too many podcasts. I was able to read one and a half books and listen to 3 podcasts on the way there and didn't feel AS stir crazy as I have in previous flights because I was able to switch back and forth between different topics and mediums.
two // A water bottle and snacks. Surprise, you can bring an empty water bottle through security! I find that somehow a lot of people didn't know this. I work for Coca Cola, so the idea of paying $5 for a Dasani bottle when I get them for free kind of hurts my soul. I like to have a little something to nibble on, too. Whether its a Clif bar or some almonds - I just need something to munch on.
For San Diego, though, work paid so I DID get that overpriced SmartWater and a chocolate bar ;)
three // Wireless headphones. I LOVE my BeatsX that I got for Christmas. They do a great job of drowning out the airplane noises and give me great sound clarity. They also connect to my tablet, computer and phone so no matter what I'm listening to, I can be connected easily.
four // Socks. Overall, I'm not one of those people that gets cold on a plane so I don't typically bring an extra sweater or anything. But, I have aggressively cold feet all day, every day. If I'm not already wearing socks (and sometimes even if I am), I will bring my thick wool socks and swap out my shoes as soon as I get to my seat. I can be comfortable with no shoes but its not as gross as bare feet on an airplane (nooooo way).
five // Small toiletries. There are a few things I always make sure to put in my carry on that will be under my seat: hand sanitizer, gum, eye drops (before, I had contacts and now I have post LASIK dry eye so maybe one day I won't bring this but that day is not today), all my makeup and a toothbrush. You can get away with everything else in a checked bag if you have to, but these are my non negotiable items.
Is there anything you absolutely HAVE to have on a flight? What should I add to my list?
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I always have a book and music. I also have a fill-in-the-word puzzle book, too. I have flight anxiety so I try to bring stuff to engage my brain and keep me from noticing my environment.
I bring a water bottle and snack, hand sanitizer and tissues, and a hat. I don't know why, but I like flying with a hat.
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