Top news: easy tips for smooth vacation traveling, part 2

November 17, 11:16 PMSF World Travel ExaminerSheila OConnor

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How to stay healthy/flu-free during the holidays

We saw in part 1 five ways to ease vacation travel. Here are five more:

6. Plan to arrive at the airport or station earlier than usual – The holiday season means many people are traveling, so there are more traffic jams and long lines. Allowing for a margin of time will pay off in reduced stress and could also mean the difference between a missed flight and one caught in plenty of time. Two hours is ideal for a domestic flight and at least 2 and a half for international. Be sure to check with the airline prior to your flight but always leave extra time, especially over the holiday period.

7. Prepare your pets for travel – As pets are often part of the family vacation and hence the holiday travel plans, help prepare them accordingly. Pets should exercise before the flight: taking your pet for a quick jog or walk will help calm your pet before the flight so that they will sleep easier and be more comfortable. Pets should be fed a few hours before departure.

8. Dress airport appropriate - Wear slip-on shoes to make your trip through security checkpoints easier. Wear an outfit with plenty of layers to be appropriately prepared for various vacation weather conditions and in-flight temperature changes. For children, get them ready for the flight by dressing in loose, easy to change, comfortable clothing and shoes. It is best to have the child dress in layers of clothing.

9. Prepare children for travel –Leading up to any flight or planned vacation, gradually adjust the child’s sleeping schedule in order to prepare for long flights or when traveling through different time zones. Have them stay up a bit later every night.

10. Plan activities for your children while at the airport – Pack a bag with a lot of supplies to keep your child involved in fun games and activities. Bring items such as a sketch pad, crayons, stencils, books, educational games, and more. It's a good idea for them to start their vacation in a relaxed and happy mood.

The above tips are advised by EL AL.
Celebrating more than 60 years of service, EL AL, Israel's national airline, offers the most nonstop flights between New York (JFK/Newark) and Israel as well as the only nonstop service from Los Angeles. Worldwide, EL AL flies to more than 40 destinations from Israel and serves dozens of other destinations throughout the world via partnerships with many other carriers (including 22 additional cities in the U.S.A.). Only EL AL has First Class service on nonstop flights between the U.S.A. and Israel. The airline has annual revenues of about $1.93 billion and carries more than 1.8 million passengers every year.

EL AL embodies Israel’s values of innovation and caring and the promise of a genuine Israeli welcome if that is where your upcoming vacation leads you. Your Israel holiday experience begins with EL AL and warm Israeli hospitality. Israeli flight attendants will make you feel at home, the best trained Israeli pilots will take you to and from Israel and passengers enjoy enhanced in-flight dining with freshly prepared healthy meals.

EL AL. It’s not just a vacation or business airline. It’s Israel.

Have a safe and enjoyable holiday.