travel items

7 Must-Have Travel Bag Items for a Comfy Flight

Travelling comfortably while inside a plane can be tricky but not impossible. With the help of the right accessories, getting a good night’s sleep or cleaning yourself up after a snack within the cramped confines of your plane seat shouldn’t be that stressful.

Whether you’re in for a tiring, 12-hour flight or a quick, 1-hour trip, it’s best to have the following essentials in your travel bag.

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travel dress code

What to Wear on Your Next Flight

Gone are the days when people dress up for a flight. Don’t be surprised if the passenger beside you is in his pyjamas.

You don’t need to be all formal when choosing an outfit for air travel. After all, going through an 18-hour flight while wearing tight stockings or shoes is never a good idea.

To help you figure out what to wear on your next flight, here are some tips for a comfortable trip without looking like an overgrown college student.

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long flights

Get Comfortable On Your Next Long Haul Flight

A long haul flight can be a slow and tiresome way to start an overseas holiday or business trip. And with Australia being located so far away from most major continents, travelling anywhere is almost guaranteed to be a mammoth effort.

Fortunately, Alpha has put together a list of guidelines that will help you through your next long haul flight.

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airport lounge

5 First-Class Airport Lounges You Need to Visit

So you’ve finally earned extra points or miles to get a free upgrade to a first-class or business class flight.

Whatever the case is, travelling on a business flight is definitely a worthwhile experience. To inspire you to fly more and rack up those miles, here are 5 airport lounges worth getting into with a first or business-class ticket.

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solo travel

Tips for Your First Solo Trip

Traveling on your own is probably one of the most fulfilling and exciting things you can do. Sure, doing it for the first time can get scary; you’re somewhere you’ve never been to and you don’t have someone with you in case you get lost.

Once you’ve done it, however, you’ll never forget the high you’ll get for doing something so brave. If you want to do some “soul searching” or you’re planning your next adventure, going on a solo trip can be a refreshing alternative. To help you get started, here are some tips:

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