What I Need In My Carry On
Start writing a post
Lifestyle

From The Perspective Of a flight attendant, here are 7 things you should pack in your carry on

Your airport survival guide

47
From The Perspective Of a flight attendant, here are 7 things you should pack in your carry on
https://unsplash.com/photos/tTfDMaRq-FE

No, I am not a flight attendant, but my mom is! She has given me a few tips that she has learned over her 35 years of working of things that she absolutely cannot survive without.

1. Hand sanitizer

media.giphy.com

The airport is a dirty and germy place. So many people touch things and move things around, so who knows what kinds of germs you could be picking up? I wouldn't necessarily say that I trust the airport bathroom soap.

2. A change of clothes

media.giphy.com

You never know what delays or cancellations will be thrown your way, so it's best to always pack a change of clothes. It is also smart in case their airline loses your luggage, but don't even get me started on that...

3. Headphones

media.giphy.com

These are helpful when you want to zone out on the plane. Flight attendants are required to tell you to keep all noise from an electronic device completely off during flight, so plan ahead and bring headphones.

4. A book

media.giphy.com

It may seem old-fashioned to carry around a soft cover book, but on long flights, I truly do not know what is better than pulling out a book and zoning out. Keep your eyes off of the screen for a little while and just get lost in what you're reading.

5. A small make-up bag with necessities

media.giphy.com

My parents met on a plane, and my mom was so very thankful when she remembered she had a small compact mirror and some powder in her carry on tote. What's the harm in throwing in some lip gloss, mascara, and powder? You never know who you could meet or who you'll be seeing.

6. Gum

media.giphy.com

Throwing some gum in your bag and popping some in your flight before take-off is a pure necessity for me. I cannot stand when my ears start to pop when I am on the plane, so therefore I cannot live without gum in my carry on.

7. Something for the sweet tooth

media.giphy.com

I don't know why, but I love to eat a little snack on the plane, and the airplane pretzels just don't cut it for me. I love pulling out a bag of trail mix or some raisins to keep my belly full and happy.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

67407
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

43369
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less
Adulting

Unlocking Lake People's Secrets: 15 Must-Knows!

There's no other place you'd rather be in the summer.

968312
Group of joyful friends sitting in a boat
Haley Harvey

The people that spend their summers at the lake are a unique group of people.

Whether you grew up going to the lake, have only recently started going, or have only been once or twice, you know it takes a certain kind of person to be a lake person. To the long-time lake people, the lake holds a special place in your heart, no matter how dirty the water may look.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments