Travel

Millions of people wear travel socks on long flights every single day. But why is this? Our travel socks guides explain everything you need to know.

We’ll look at how compression socks can help keep your circulation healthy even if you’re an occasional traveller. We’ll also share tips on how to keep your blood flowing while up in the air.

Are Compression Socks for Air Travel Safe?

By Heather Gatland | April 12, 2019 |

woman sitting beside the airplane window

Keeping a pair of compression socks on for long periods of time may seem a little nerve-wracking, especially if you have never worn them before. It’s very possible that you may feel like they are going to cut your circulation off and leave you unable to walk when you step off the plane! While it’s…

Travel Compression Socks: What You Need to Know

By Heather Gatland | April 11, 2019 |

person wearing black socks and white sneakers

You may have seen people pulling on their travel compression socks when boarding a flight, but didn’t really understand what they were used for and whether you should be getting some too. To clear up any questions you may have, let’s take a look at what you need to know. It’s not just older people…

6 Tips for Staying Healthy on a Long Flight

By Heather Gatland | April 10, 2019 |

Sitting on a plane for hours on end is not everyone’s cup of tea, but often there is not much you can do about it when you need to get from A to B. Whether you are going on a business trip or to an exciting new location, you’ll want to make sure that you…

10 Easy Ways to Avoid Infuriating Excess Baggage Fees

By Heather Gatland | January 4, 2018 |

So, you’re heading overseas for a holiday. That’s awesome. Few things beat experiencing the sights, smells and sounds of a different culture. Is everything packed? Be careful — you don’t want to receive a hefty fee for too much luggage. That’s a real joy killer. With this in mind, check out these easy ways to…

The Essentials to Pack in your Carry-On for a More Comfortable Flight

By Heather Gatland | October 26, 2016 |

Essentials to pack in your carry on luggage

You might be thinking that you have to pack a lot to stay comfortable and healthy on your next flight. But, that’s not true at all! This is a handy checklist of essentials to pack in your carry-on so you can enjoy your flight! You can download a copy of this infographic by clicking here.…

How to Recover Quickly from Jet lag

By Heather Gatland | October 26, 2016 |

You’ve now learned some travel tips to help you stay healthy, sleep better, pack your carry-on bag and prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) on your next flight in our other blog posts. Did you know that there are things you can do during your journey that will help your body recover more quickly once you…

Learning About DVT Could Save Your Life

By Heather Gatland | October 26, 2016 |

Swollen and puffy feet are a common problem amongst air travellers. Though uncomfortable, the condition is usually harmless. Deep vein thrombosis, on the other hand, is much more serious. Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) can occur when the blood coagulates to form a clot in the lower leg. Sometimes a blood clot can travel through the…

9 Tips for Sleeping Comfortably on Your Next Flight

By Heather Gatland | October 26, 2016 |

Tips for sleeping comfortably on your flight

It’s amazing how much better life seems when you sleep well. Here are our top 9 tips to help you sleep on your next flight. You can download a copy of this infographic by clicking here. Here’s a text-friendly version of the graphic . . . It’s amazing how much better life seems when you…

How to make sure your flight doesn’t make you sick

By Heather Gatland | October 26, 2016 |

Tips for staying healthy on your next flight

Getting sick is never fun, but getting sick while you’re on a plane is even worse. Here are my top 7 tips for staying well on your next plane journey. You can download a copy of this infographic by clicking here. Here’s a text-friendly version of the graphic . . . Getting sick is never…