4 Steps to Stress-Free Flying

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If you are going overseas for summer work, odds are that you going to fly there. And you might be feeling a bit anxious about that. Flying used to be an adventure, but today it is more like a survival reality show. Security in some countries has gone from tight to terrifying. Flying can be stressful, and when you factor in the challenge of relocating and diving into a summer job abroad plus some anxiety about getting all of your luggage through security and customs, it can turn your excitement about your summer overseas to dread about getting there. But you can make it easier.

  1. Study the regulations. Read up online about the security regulations for what you can and cannot bring with you in both your checked and carryon baggage. Be sure to read the regulations for every country and airport you will pass through.
  2. Have the right baggage. Make sure your carryon bag is the allowed size for every airline you will use. Weigh it carefully before you head off, and aim to have the weight a bit below what is allowed. Scales can vary. Find a bag that is easy to carry, especially if you have any layovers. Having a small passport bag you can wear around your neck or over your shoulder can spare you fumbling around for your passport, tickets and any other documents you need.
  3. Avoid checked baggage. Of course you’ll need more than you can fit in a carryon bag, but you don’t have to bring it with you on your flight. If you opt to ship it, you spare yourself any hassle about checking or claiming it. That means you can get in and out of airports faster. You might want to carry documentation that your belongings are being shipped in case any security staff question why you are travelling so light.
  4. Prepare yourself in advance. Make lists and pack well ahead. If you are having a going away party, have it several days before you actually go so you can get plenty of sleep every night for a week before you fly. And keep yourself well hydrated the week before you fly too.

The goal is to arrive as relaxed and ready for your summer job abroad as possible. A little prep work can go a long way. Working abroad for a summer is a fantastic experience. You’re sure to return with many exciting stories, and you can take these few steps to help ensure they are fun stories, not horror stories about your experiences in airports.

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