Imagine Counting Down the Days towards a great trip that took careful planning and saving, only to step off the plane and want to sleep for three days. Landing in Dubai Gold and going straight to a meeting where all the participants are discussing very important deals, only to be falling Asleep at the conference table.
Jet Lag is a common drawback to long-distance travel; symptoms include exhaustion, dry skin, prevent dehydration, muscle tension and confusion time. Here, associates from Marriott International-many of whom spend more than half their time-traveling offer their advice on how to fight the fatigue that comes with crossing time zones:
1. Do not drink alcohol before or during the flight. Alcohol adds to the prevent dehydration and fatigue.
2. Drink a significant amount of water during the flight and upon landing. Water wants to cut down on the prevention and dehydration can also help with muscle.
3. As soon as you step on the plane, set your watch for the time that matches that of your destination and sleep according to the location to which you are flying. Thus, if getting on a plane in the afternoon while it is late at night in the city you are flying to, then it’s time to sleep.
4. While sleeping on the plane, sleep as long as possible to create a “night time” sleep experience. Earplugs use and light-reducing eye covers if needed.
5. Elevate your feet as much as possible during your flight.
6. Upon arrival, a shower will help you refresh and Revitalize. Then, adhere to the local time and try to avoid Napping.
7. Try to stay up as late as possible on the first night. If your schedule will require many late nights, try to stay up until midnight at least.
8. Expect the second day to be the most difficult. Remain on schedule at the time of your destination. Request a wake-up call, or set to alarm, for the morning and begin the second day.
9. Try a spa treatment for Dehydrated muscles and skin.
10. If possible, try to spend an hour in sunlight and fresh air on the first day, this will help to reset your body’s internal clock to local time.
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