A good night's sleep and mental clarity are extremely important when traveling. You always want to be fresh and healthy to explore all the beautiful landscapes, right? The tips for sleeping well while traveling below will help you!
Adjust your sleep right from… at home
This will help your body get used to the rhythm of life in the place where you travel. With a trip scheduled in advance, surely the time and destination are determined. So you just need to deliberately adjust your sleep right from home.
Say “no” to electronic devices
Do not watch TV, computers, phones an hour before bedtime. Instead, you can read a book, play chess or chat. The best way to fall asleep easily is to listen to soothing music without lyrics.
Wear comfortable clothes
Choose soft and loose, comfortable clothes because you may have to sit for a long time in a tight space. When sleeping, our body needs to relax and tight clothes make it difficult for blood to circulate, so sleep is affected.
Eat carefully
Do not eat foods full of stomach and indigestion that make the body uncomfortable, it will be difficult to sleep. It is best to eat snacks while on the go, this will make it easier to get a good night's sleep.
Sleeping with your best friend
During your trip, you will sometimes meet many new friends. But to have a good night's sleep, sharing a room with close friends so that you can both be comfortable and talk together is one of the secrets to a good night's sleep when traveling.
Using a blindfold
Light is also a problem for people who have trouble sleeping. You can use a blindfold or use a towel to block the light outside. Thanks to the blindfold, you will easily forget all the side effects to sleep better.
Bring a thin blanket
The familiar scent and clean feeling of using your blanket will help you sleep more easily, like you are at home.
Play to the fullest
Let's put aside all worries to have fun fully. After a tiring and fun day, sleep will come faster than you think. And tomorrow, there will be many great things waiting for you!
Cool off in the tub
Before going to bed, take a few minutes to cool off in the shower. This is your time to relax and remove all the sweat and dust of a long day. Bring your favorite shower gel or shampoo to make you feel at home.
Double-check your furniture
When you're getting ready for bed, it's best to put your belongings away and don't forget to lock the doors and windows. You should also keep important items near the head of the bed or beside the bed for easy access.
Drink enough water
When flying, the air purification process will make the body and skin lose water. During the flight, in addition to airline water, bring a large empty water bottle to pour and keep with you. This saves you from having to wake up in the middle of your sleep looking for water to drink.
Avoid alcohol and caffeine
Alcohol can disrupt sleep and make you feel more exhausted in the morning. Using caffeine to stay awake during the day can make it difficult to fall asleep at night. Use chamomile tea, essential oils or lavender masks to help relax your mind and is also the secret to a good night's sleep while traveling.
Meditation or Yoga
You can practice some gentle yoga movements, to let your body relax and fall asleep faster. Another "trick" that can be applied is breathing exercises. You close your eyes, inhale deeply through your nose, hold for 5 to 10 seconds, then exhale through your mouth and repeat this process 5 times.
• On the plane
+ Choose a night flight to avoid disrupting the biological clock. Otherwise, book a flight in the early evening to sleep as soon as you arrive.
+ Choose a window seat to lean on while sleeping and not disturb others.
+ You can choose business or first class for more legroom.
• On the train
+ To avoid being woken up by the conductor, place your ticket in a slot or storage space on the back of the seat in front of you, or in a luggage tag holder and wear it around your neck.
+ Choose a sleeper car with a higher price.
• In the car
+ Choosing a sleeper or a recliner will help you sleep more easily.
+ Draw curtains, use window coverings, eye patches.
+ When the car stops, take advantage of the toilet, walk gently.
