For many people a flight is a boring necessity of their holiday so you should try to make it as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.

There is usually a selection of books available to read on most planes but it’s a good idea to get something that you will enjoy reading while you are flying rather than hoping you can find something worth reading on the plane. Buying books before departure will solve that problem.

Often on the longer flights there will be the opportunity to buy items from the in-flight store and also additional alcohol however you will be paying a premium for these purchases so be warned.

Don’t rely on the movie being one you want to see. With the speed by which movies become available on video these days, you will often find that they are playing something that you have already seen.

Make sure that you wear loose clothing so you remain comfortable and wear shoes that can be easily slipped on and off. Don’t start your holiday in a new pair of shoes. You won’t want to be breaking them in while you are sightseeing and you won’t want to be wearing new shoes on your flight where your feet will have a tendency to swell and become uncomfortable.

If you can, wear clothes that are resistant to wrinkling so you don’t look like you have worn them to bed when you get off the plane.

Get up and walk around the plane at regular intervals to help stimulate blood flow to your legs and even consider doing some light stretching exercises down the back of the plane where there is a little more room to move.

Go to the toilet regularly and wash your face when you are there to remain refreshed.

If you can remain occupied to alleviate boredom and hydrated to alleviate fatigue you will have a far more enjoyable flight. Those are the two key factors you should concentrate on.