handy flying hints

[prue]

ok its 12 days to go until we fly to Orlando and I remember last time we flew I got some very handy hints and advice from you all about how to calm the nerves on the flight. I dont enjoy flying, there is something disconcerting about being in a metal tube 5 miles above where I should be!

I dont want to take valium or any prescription pills but any herbal remedys etc would be good ( I have the old bach flower spray) or practical advice that will make me feel better???

And what is in your hand luggage which is essential and you wouldnt want to travel without and that I should take to?

Thanks,

Prue

 

[jtlover]

You could try rescue remedy which you can get from herbal shops and I think some chemists. You put a few drops on your tongue, but you will need to check if it is ok for taking in hand luggage - but I think it is ok?

 

[natalielongstaff]

i take a high dose of piriton and it makes me feel sleepy enough to miss the whole flight !!

 

[disneyholic family]

ok its 12 days to go until we fly to Orlando and I remember last time we flew I got some very handy hints and advice from you all about how to calm the nerves on the flight. I dont enjoy flying, there is something disconcerting about being in a metal tube 5 miles above where I should be!

that's so funny....i always say that....about being held hostage in a metal tube 5 miles up in the air....

i don't do anything special.....but maybe comfort food would be good?...

i don't eat at all when i fly, so i've never tried that....maybe it would work....
chocolate sounds good to me...

 

[T16GEM]

i take a high dose of piriton and it makes me feel sleepy enough to miss the whole flight !!

does that actually work Nat?

 

[carolfoy]

Kalms are very good.
also have a drink on the plane, but not too much! you don't want to feel ill, and remember, all those little noises and crunches are meant to happen, the pilots do know what they are doing.

 

[prue]

Thank you all for the advice so far, please keep it coming. I think the expression shake me and I will rattle may very well suit me when I fly!!!

Interesting thought, antihistamines, bit of gin, whiskey breath from rescue remedy, some valerian, wow what a cocktail!!! Think I may have to choose one or two!!!

Just cant wait until we are at the hotel on the first night!

Thanks,

Prue

 

[Pinklepurr361]

I always take Stugeron travel sickness pills. I hate flying and a couple of these an hour or two b4 flying always seems to make me drowsy and less anxious. I usally try to sleep as much as poss and only eat small amounts and def no alcohol. You can get Stugeron over the counter at most chemists.

 

[T16GEM]

I was always quite a nervous passenger and (this was ages ago - cos they wouldn't let you now) DFIL used to work for Britannia (as was) and he got me and DH in the cockpit with the pilot upon landing in Sanford, it was wonderful, and really helped me to see that all the noises you hear are all there for a reason and why certain things happen when you fly - like when you land with the reverse thrust of the engine etc. I still wouldn't say that I love to fly but I am not as bad as I used to be!

I also have used Kalms and they work well.

 

[Mrs Stonfiesta]

i used to be a terrified flyer wouldn't sleep for a few days before the flight, i hate having no control over the plane, i am the same in cars (i always have to drive), buses (hate them) trains (my worst fear). One of my colleagues felt a similar way and gave me her Alan Carr, fear of flying book, i know how the hell would a small little book help!!! well let me tell you, i really enjoyed (loved would be the wrong word!) our last flight and will be using the book again when we go in January, also a dose of piriton works everytime for the night flight on the way home

 

[wickesy]

I know it's easier said than done but try and remember that the pilots have families too and will be doing everything necessary to ensure that they get home to them safely, which in turn means you will get home safely.

 

[UKDEB]

Prue, I've posted many times on this topic over the years. Here is a link to what I think is my most recent post.

 

[bwoodhouse]

I was 21 before my first ever flight which was to Ibiza about 15 years ago. The plane was caught in a storm which was so bad the flight behind us was diverted to a different airport. The turbulance was so bad that at one point the plane dropped so suddenly that one of the hostesses fell over and my empty cup that was on my fold-down tray ended up on the lap of the guy behind me!! My girlfriend at the time was terrified but spent the whole flight looking after me The whole plane erupted in a spontaneous chorus of 'Rule Britttania' when we finally landed!!

Anyway, it took me a good few years of flying to realise that that was an exceptionally bad flight. I quite enjoy turbulance now on a flight as experience has taught me that the plane is very unlikely to drop any fuuther than it did that first time. I still take travel pills and swear by a whisky & coke both before boarding and as soon after take off as possible (but maybe that's just positive thinking!)

Anyway, hope you have a pleasant flight and a great holiday.

 

[T16GEM]

Prue, I've posted many times on this topic over the years. Here is a link to what I think is my most recent post.

Deb - What a great post! Well worth a read. Thanks for posting the link to it.
Gems

 

[prue]

Thank you Debbie for that link. And all of you for helpful advice. me and STOP will be working together rather alot after reading Debbies' link!!!! I always think the worst....but am very excited about the holiday, I think I will be kissing tarmac like the Pope does on his arrival to a new country! It will be such a relief then I can start worrying about getting through immigration and for some unknown reason I have the same name as someone on America's most wanted!! Oh god!!!

Thanks, send a prayer and a happy thought on the 15th for me!
Prue

 

[JohnnySharp2]

You could take my son with you, you wouldn't have time to even think about it - be too busy keeping him occupied!

Seriously, I am a very nervous flyer and always will be, just these days have to look after our son (he is autistic), so that kind of means I can't really think too much about myself.

I sometimes have a drink before I go on the plane, but I have improved slightly over the years, in the past Julie has had to drag me away from the bar (slight exaggeration), I never have more than 1 drink.

We find a Portable DVD player for Joshua is priceless and helps keep him occupied.

 

[Vicki1971]

Best of luck with the flight. I'm really not the best of flyers - had such great advice before I went away in April from people on this board. It really helpped get me on the plane.

However once we were in the air I cried most of the journey. I seemed to get worse on each flight. But I'm gonna beat this fear. I'm going back next year in March, planned to go in July as well.

Best o luck. Big hugs for the flight.

 

[lorapinky]

I hate taking off with a passion!

Once I am up in the air for about 10 minutes I am fine.

I am tempted to take some kalms or something this year as for some reason i'm quite nervous - more so then usual?

My DH hates flying too but he refuses to take any medication

Its worth it though for our holiday!

 

[Vicki1971]

My reaction to our return flight was so bad this year my DH decided he'd never ask me to get on another plane. However my desire to go back to the magic is so strong I don't care if I cry all the way there and back. I just want to go back. (People at work think I'm really strange. I've only been twice and am booked up for next year again. This somehow is odd )

Anyway, tried medication from the doctors - didnt help, tried relaxation, drinking, reading nothing helped. March 08 I'm trying it without medication to see if I'm better. If not I'll take some tablets once I'm up there to help me sleep. Other than that lots of cuddles .

My eldest DDs love flying - like my DH, me and youngest DD hate flying . She obviously has picked it up from me.

I actually love landing as it means the flight is nearly over. Turbulance makes me cry, turning makes me sick. I'm just a lost cause.

I keep trying to get my DH to apply for jobs in Florida so I can forego the flights. So far he is resisting....

 

[prue]

Oh vicki you poor think, very brave to keep going back... that mouse pull must be very strong...I do think with several of the recommendations on this board the journey may seem a little scary... or just comatosed!!

Johnny, Thank you for the offer of looking after your most precious possession, I think Ok Magazine is about all I am up too!!! Just one question about portable dvd, which I did think about taking, is what happens after a couple of hours and one film and the battery needs charging??? Am i missing something...

Thank you all, keep them coming!!

best wishes,
Prue