How to sleep better in business class flights?

Going to distant destinations can be fun, and it might require a long-haul flight. You want to sleep on the plane to arrive fresh and ready to sightsee. This is little bit tricky, even to experienced travellers. Annoying neighbors, turbulence and crying babies are just some of the distractions that you have no control over, so you have to concentrate on what you can do to make your flight more comfortable. Being a frequent flyer and person who pays much attention to sleep schedule, we are here to give some tips and tricks that could be applied to any long-distance flight. The following are some of the best ideas about how to sleep on an aircraft.

Skip the coffee

It is also not advisable to drink caffeinated drinks immediately before the flight and it is advisable to consult your doctor in case you think you need to take some sleeping aids or supplements that would enable you to go to sleep. In the case that some foods or alcohol cause you to find it hard to sleep normally, you will be happy to avoid them both before your flight and during the flight as well. And also do not forget to keep hydrated.

Dress for the Occasion

We all would desire to appear so glamorous jet-setters as soon as we reach our end destination but this is one of the occasions when you may wish comfort rather than style. A good travel outfit will be required and make sure to wear many pieces so that you can sleep better. The plane temperature may be between warm and even freezing cold and to be warm and comfortable, it is better to use a cardigan or a sweater.

Don't skimp on accessories

One must not underestimate how neck pillows, headphones, and eye masks can eat into the space of their carry-on luggage. Instead, one should be quite grateful that one has brought all three once the lights are dimmed in the cabin, and a few more hours of existence remain ahead of the arrival at the final destination. Spend money on a comfortable sleep mask that will prevent light and neck pillow that will support your head. Although most of the neck rings have shape of a horse box, there exist tons of other innovative types of neck rings that can satisfy various needs..

Splurge on a premium ticket

The Business and First Class lie-flat seats have adequate space and privacy that allow you to get a good 30-minute air-nap that you can comfortably do without exceeding the budget. Premium economy seat compromise. You will have even more legroom, more to recline and (depending on the carrier) even broader seats all at price less than that of a business or first-class ticket.

Select seat in the main cabin carefully

In case you want to save time and money, but want to take the main cabin then select your seat. Some are flyers who like window seats because they have something to lean against as they take shut-eye and some of the flyers want seats that are not close to the galley or restrooms to avoid the commotion by people passing past in the flight. Bulkhead seats imply that no one can lean his/her seat in your personal space; however, they are often near the bathrooms and galley which can be distracting.

Consider the flight’s timing

In case you are planning a long-haul flight that crosses two or more time zones, you will have to remember several things. Passengers who travel frequently may make the effort to get their sleeping patterns adjusted few days before the travel to adapt to the time zone of their destination; however, you do not have to restructure your entire life to get some shut eye on the way there. When selecting a flight, make sure you take the times that suit you well in your normal sleeping pattern. An example is when traveling to Europe with the U.S. and only having two choices of the time of day that you can depart, that is at 7 p.m. or 11 p.m., then just choose the nearest time that you would get ready to sleep.

Buckle up

And the final thing you need is to break your sleep? Plane protocol. Whether you are using the blanket on the plane or you come with your own, make sure you wear your seatbelt above the blankets, and the flight attendants will be able to know that you are strapped and will not have to disturb you in case of any turbulence. There is even turbulence application.

Stick to your sleep routine

In the end, when it's time to unwind, trust your routine sleep. This could include meditation, gentle stretches, or just not staring into lots of blue light from in-flight entertainment systems or your cell phone. Get your toothbrush handy and have a final trip to the restroom..

Fly directly when possible

A direct flight will also be a good option in order to spend as much time sleeping as possible on the plane. Two four hour flights may give you time to sleep a few hours in total; however, one eight hour flight will enable you to relax and get comfortable for several hours, which makes you much more refreshed to get to the destination. Also, you will never have to worry about making any connecting flights when you fly directly.

Don't cross your legs

Naturally, it is more than natural to get restless during a long flight and it is also more natural to cross your legs during an even longer time, yet it is also more uncomfortable in the long run and will not make your blood flow properly. Keep both legs straight forward and maintain a slight knee bend. When you have long legs, do not leave a big personal object under the seat because it will reduce the amount of room you have.

Relax

Well, said, easier said than done, but you are going to relax in order to get some Zs the next time you are flying.

Conclusion

Even making the right seat selection and comfortable dressing up to being able to remain with your usual bedtime routines, every little step will be counted in the level of rest you will feel once the wheels hit the ground. You can never control turbulence or even noisy passengers, but you can always control your comfort, your daily routine and the atmosphere you provide to yourself on the plane. Rest, be relaxed and provide your body with chance to rest.