8 Tips For Beating Jetlag

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    1. Don't make an effort to try and sleep on the plane. Jet lag generally doesn’t kick in unless you’re travelling across time zones, so you should ideally put yourself in the time zone of your destination days before you leave.
    2/9 1. Don't make an effort to try and sleep on the plane. Jet lag generally doesn’t kick in unless you’re travelling across time zones, so you should ideally put yourself in the time zone of your destination days before you leave.
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    2. It does matter which seat you end up in. While we can’t all afford first and business class seats, wider chairs with a deeper recline provide you with comfort for the solid sleep that could see you dodge jet lag. By choosing an exit row seat you will have that extra space to relax.
    3/9 2. It does matter which seat you end up in. While we can’t all afford first and business class seats, wider chairs with a deeper recline provide you with comfort for the solid sleep that could see you dodge jet lag. By choosing an exit row seat you will have that extra space to relax.
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    3. Don't watch a movie to help you fall asleep. Even if it’s not a particularly entertaining film, watching movies will agitate and stimulate your circadian rhythm, leading to less rest. It’s suggested that you turn off your movie and any electronic devices at least one hour before your desired nap time for the best results.
    4/9 3. Don't watch a movie to help you fall asleep. Even if it’s not a particularly entertaining film, watching movies will agitate and stimulate your circadian rhythm, leading to less rest. It’s suggested that you turn off your movie and any electronic devices at least one hour before your desired nap time for the best results.
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    4. Don't drink alcohol to help you fall asleep. While a little bit of booze might help you fall asleep initially, the quality of your sleep will suffer. It will be more fragmented, and leave you with a groggy feeling when you wake up. Instead, you’re far better off going with a glass of water, but not too much as mid-air bathroom visits every 15 minute are also not very conducive to sleep.
    5/9 4. Don't drink alcohol to help you fall asleep. While a little bit of booze might help you fall asleep initially, the quality of your sleep will suffer. It will be more fragmented, and leave you with a groggy feeling when you wake up. Instead, you’re far better off going with a glass of water, but not too much as mid-air bathroom visits every 15 minute are also not very conducive to sleep.
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    5. Don't pop a sleeping pill. While sleeping pills are not necessarily a bad thing, they should really only be used on flights that are at least seven to eight hours long. Any less and they’re going to leave you sedated and very drowsy when you reach your destination.
    6/9 5. Don't pop a sleeping pill. While sleeping pills are not necessarily a bad thing, they should really only be used on flights that are at least seven to eight hours long. Any less and they’re going to leave you sedated and very drowsy when you reach your destination.
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    6. Don't have a morning coffee on the way to the airport. Even if you really need a coffee to function at the start of your day, it’s not going to help you sleep on a plane. Avoid caffeine on your flying day as it stays in your system several hours after consumption.
    7/9 6. Don't have a morning coffee on the way to the airport. Even if you really need a coffee to function at the start of your day, it’s not going to help you sleep on a plane. Avoid caffeine on your flying day as it stays in your system several hours after consumption.
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    7. Take the necessary tools for sleep. By having an eye mask, neck pillow, ear plugs, comfortable clothing and a blanket handy, you significantly increase your chances of getting some solid shuteye.
    8/9 7. Take the necessary tools for sleep. By having an eye mask, neck pillow, ear plugs, comfortable clothing and a blanket handy, you significantly increase your chances of getting some solid shuteye.
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    8. Take enough time to adjust to your surroundings. While you may feel refreshed and ready to see the sights as soon as you jump off the plane, this feeling might not necessarily last. It’s recommended that you set aside at least one-half to three-quarters of a day to getting your body used to your new surroundings, before you try anything too strenuous.
    9/9 8. Take enough time to adjust to your surroundings. While you may feel refreshed and ready to see the sights as soon as you jump off the plane, this feeling might not necessarily last. It’s recommended that you set aside at least one-half to three-quarters of a day to getting your body used to your new surroundings, before you try anything too strenuous.

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We all love a holiday, but how can you make sure jet lag doesn't ruin the start of the trip? We've got 8 tips to help you conquer jet lag.