8 Tricks for People with Travel Anxiety
If You're Worried About Missing Your Flight...
Apply For TSA Pre-Check
Security lines at the airport are long.TSA Pre-Check is an expedited screening program for passengers that are considered low-risk. To apply, fill out an online form and arrange an interview (there’s also an $85 fee). Once approved, you’ll zip through lines without shoe removal for a full five years.
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If Planes Make You Claustrophobic...
Spring For Extra Leg Room
It will usually run you an extra $25 to $35 per ticket, but for a cross-country flight, those extra five inches are worth every cent.
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If You're Scared of Crashing
Read "Cockpit Confidential"
Pilot Patrick Smith will majorly calm your fears with his detailed analysis of how a million-pound 747 airliner actually gets off the ground and what actually happens if you leave your iPhone on during takeoff (hint: nothing).
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If You're Worried About Jet Lag...
Consider Essential Oils
Water (not coffee) is a major jet lag cure. Still, if you have to hit the ground running the minute you land, carry lemongrass oil, a scent with a stimulating and uplifting effect that will help fight fatigue.
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If You Always Get Lost...
Download Google Maps
No GPS? No problem. Just download maps of your destination in advance, and then you can pull up walking directions to, say, that cute little bistro, any time you want.
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If You're Panicked About Getting Sick From Weird Food...
Pack Cipro
If you’re going to a country where water or food contamination is a concern, most doctors will write you a script for antibiotics in advance. Pack those suckers in your carry-on and pray that you don’t need to use them.
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If You're Worried You Need To Be On Email...
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If You Don't Know The Language...
Download Google Translate
Worst case scenario, you can point at the screen.