How to Build a ‘Sick-On-A-Plane’ Survival Kit in 60 Seconds

I was going to write about an experience from this weekend, but it ended up being longer than the post below, so I'll save it for later.

We all end up in that dreaded situation where we're flying with a cold.

This sounds simple, but it's not.

You're coughing and hacking, which makes people feel like you're going to start the next COVID outbreak.

Then there's the nasal congestion, which is painful to deal with on a plane because your ears just won't pop.

This is a problem because it eventually happens to all of us, especially since traveling makes you more likely to get sick. You're in public places, you're in a new environment, you're trying different foods.

But don't worry, I've got your back. Here are some tips to handle colds on flights.

Bring a mask - I still wear masks on my flights because I'm tired of getting sick. It also makes you less self-conscious when you're coughing up a lung, and I think your fellow passengers will thank you for it.

Carry tissues - It's terrible trying to blow your nose with those little cocktail napkins. They're not enough. They're painful and troublesome. I usually carry two packs of Kleenex just in case.

Bring a Ziploc bag - It's really uncomfortable putting those snotty tissues in your pocket. So it's great if you have a clear plastic bag where you can just toss those tissues. This makes everything cleaner and more hygienic.

Bring a nasal decongestant - I'm not an expert on sinuses, but whatever helps clear them out, get that. For me, Mucinex works. This is so you can have relief because having sinus issues on your plane will make the flight miserable.

Try these tricks and let me know how they work.

Keep traveling,

Andrew

What’s your go-to survival kit when you’re sick on a flight? Any must-have items I should add to my list?

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Insurance:

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Travel Gear

• Compression socks: Sitting for extended periods of time is not good for the body, so keep yourself healthy enough to go on more trips. Link
• Apple AirTags: Consider getting Apple AirTags for the peace of mind of always knowing where your luggage is. Link
• Smart Phone holder: It's a foldable sheet that can be used as a stand for your iPhone or iPad.Link
• Packing cubes: Having a separate container works wonders for keeping clothes wrinkle-free. It also makes packing/unpacking much easier.Link
• Donut Power Strip: Power outlets are always in demand, but sometimes they're in weird spots. I use this bagel because it's lightweight, and I don't have to think about it. Link
• Travel Case Organizer: Cable organizers can be a pain, but this is what I use to keep my cables organized. Link
• Backup batteries: I like these backup batteries because they have three important components for me: 1. They have enough power to recharge my phone multiple times at once, 2. Are small enough to put in my pocket, and 3. Are sturdy enough to survive a fall. Link
• Yoga Mat: I use this thin mat to get my stretching in even when I'm traveling. Link
• Jump Rope: It's so easy to bring a jump rope with you for exercise because it weighs almost nothing and takes up no space. Link
• Liquid IV: Great for hydration to keep you from dying. When you're traveling, it's time to live it up!  Link
  
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