Industry Updates

10 Great tips for sleeping on a plane

Great words of wisdom, we know. But if you take a nap before your flight and then grab a coffee on the way, there is no way you will sleep on that plane. Skip the bean juice and get to the airport a little sleepy. We aren’t saying to pull an all-nighter — stay safe — but go to bed as late as possible or wake up ridiculously early. Window seats are the easiest spot — no matter where on the plane you are — to nap in, so do your best to get one. If you land one that also has no one next to you in the middle seat, you will be set for prime sleeping positions.

Ultimate guide to making international, long-haul flights in coach comfortable

Coach gets a bad rap, but with a few simple tips and tricks, flying economy can almost be comfortable — even on a long-haul flight. Here’s the ultimate guide to creating a more pleasant travel situation in coach, from a journalist who flies internationally regularly to cover the wine and travel industries. Depending on the airline you choose, the option to purchase a basic economy ticket might pop up. These tickets are generally cheaper than regular economy ones but come with a few drawbacks. So before you purchase a basic ticket, check to see what it includes — or doesn’t include.

How to cure a fear of flying – 6 tips for stress free travel

Combined with deep breathing techniques, meditation can be as simple as repeating a positive word or affirmation such as ‘Calm’ or ‘I am safe’ for a minute or two before you board the plane. There’s no need to sit cross-legged and chant in a darkened room! Breathe in deeply through your nose so that you feel your abdomen, rather than your chest, expand. Breathe out slowly, emptying all the air from your lungs. Repeat five or six times then let your breathing return to normal.

COVID-19 Holiday Travel Safety Tips

This holiday season, share these tips to and avoid getting—and spreading—COVID-19. As patients stop by the pharmacy to stock up on last minute prescriptions ahead of the holidays, consider sharing these tips and tricks to help them stay safe while traveling for the holidays. Wearing a mask at a crowded indoor gathering is a great way to stay safe this holiday season, and the more people who wear masks, the better. Whether hosting a party or attending a get together, encourage patients to suggest masking.

6 Essential Travel Tips

Vacations are for reducing stress, not adding to it. Unfortunately, things can happen to make any vacation a stressful experience, no matter how beautiful the locale or destination. Some things you are not able to control, such as the weather or flight delays. Other things, such as missing documents or stolen credit cards, have the potential to interrupt your fun but do not have to end your vacation if you are prepared. Before you pack your bags and turn on your email out-of-office message, here are six tips to make your vacation one for the books.

2022 Travel Safety Tips for Traveling During COVID-19

In recent years, the world of travel has shifted dramatically due to COVID-19. While the pandemic initially placed a hindrance on travel, protocols were put in action to remedy those effects. As COVID-19 restrictions are easing in many countries around the world, there are still some precautions one can take to ensure their safety during travel. Here are five safety tips to consider while traveling during the pandemic.