An inflatable cushion and compression socks: nine travel upgrades we rely on to survive long flights

What happened

According to The Guardian’s linked source, An inflatable cushion and compression socks: nine travel upgrades we rely on to survive long flights, Essentials for comfort, sleep and entertainment worth packing so your long-haul flight flies by Travel essentials: eight items to pack for your next trip – and what to leave at home Sign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better things Airline seats feel more cramped as the years go by. Nosy seat neighbors seem interested in your life story just as you’re about to drift off. For long-haul flights, it takes real preparation to arrive at your destination rested and unscathed. Whether or not you can spring for a business class upgrade, we’ve tracked down nine air travel upgrades to help your flight feel restorative and even spa-like, transporting you to that nebulous “better place.” Here are essentials for comfort, sleep and entertainment worth packing so your long-haul flight flies by. Continue reading…

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