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Could one of you frequent fliers tell a fellow non-rev how to get a good night's sleep on the road? If for example when I arrive at my hotel they're setting out the lunch buffet but my internal clock says its 11pm, should I skip lunch fall into bed and take my chances on finding a
24-hour diner later? Or, should I eat something and try to adjust to local time immediately? What about a nap? Will getting a few hours of sleep completely ruin my chances of getting a good night's sleep?
Also, short of ripping out the armrests, does anyone know how to comfortably rest in airport chairs?
I would appreciate suggestions, as I would like to enjoy the first few days of future trips.
Keep'em flying
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How about one of those little inflatable neck nest thingys. I've never tried it but often thought that I should. I can never sleep on a plane.
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I find I do best when I try to fit into the local time even if it means I wear myself out the first day. Getting to bed early evening after no nap tends to reset my clock when I get up the next day.
For example when we last went to the UK, we flew into London and then connected to Scotland, got a rental car and drove 1 1/2 hours north, checked into the hotel, checked out St Andrews (husband hit a bucket of balls) dinner and as the sunset went to bed. As exhausted as we were we slept like rocks and woke up with the dawn on the new clock.
This may not work for everyone but it works for us.
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The way i have managed so far is to try and leave on a flight straight after work, so i do either a double shift (if organized )or an early and then catch an evening flight, have a few drinks and sleep it seems too work.
I have found that on returning from the USA (usually at o dark hundred) that i get in and have a cup of tea and then go to bed for 3 hours and then i seem to be right as rain or take a day flight so you arrive in the couintry and go straight to bed.
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Chris it's funny you mentioned not sleeping on planes. I usually pace the aisles myself except on the 777, those great sleeper seats and Bose headsets=ZZZZZZZ. Unfortunately they won't let you take the headsets off the plane [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]
Keep'em flying
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[This message was edited by Migflanker on June 04, 2002 at 10:10 PM.]
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Migflanker, I am surprised at your post. With a handle like yours I would have thought the rules were simple, time tested and true. No smoking within 24 hours of flying, no drinking within 100 feet of the aircraft, etc, etc. For me, after forty plus years of banging around the world on planes, helos and boats it is even easier . . . sleep when sleepy, eat when hungry, and keep Dr Absolut at hand for all other times . . .Tesek
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When we get in we usually nap. But I know this is probably the worst thing. I think Coyne is probably right. Stay on your feet until nightfall.
For the first couple of nights I find myself waking up at all hours. I have solved that by taking a mild sleeping aid (usually Tylenol PM) when going to bed. This helps in sleeping thru the night.
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[quote]Originally posted by tesek:
Migflanker, I am surprised at your post.
What can I say, I love spicy foods and my blankey won't always fit in my carry-on [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]
BTW, I'd forgotten about the Toucan Mexican restaurant in Sedona, a very nice menu as I recall. [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]
Keep'em flying
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I follow a mixture of advise offered by various experts and have acheieved a measure of success. I measure the success by not being exhausted upon arrival in Europe and being sharp (awake) enough to deal with adventures: such as making connections or finding a B&B/hotel I have never seen before.
#1. The AMA advises during a flight drink lots of liquid, NON ALCOHOLIC, nothing challenging, ie. no games, interesting motion pictures, etc. short naps if unable to sleep, do not overeat, except for a hot fudge sundae.
#2. A number of years ago a Surgeon General advised that in order to adjust the body clock, one should be exposed to daylight for approximately 2 hours at your destination after crossing several time zones. A simple in the outdoors solves this one.
#3. The Discovery Channel had an interesting piece regarding a natural supplement called NADH, available in most health food stores. It does not help keep you awake, but, heightens the senses considerably. It was not rejected by the FDA and is safe to use.
The above combination has worked for us for some time.
Hope it helps,
L
