Mastering the Miles: Essential Pitfalls to Avoid on Long-Haul Flights

Travel experts outline common long-haul-flight mistakes—uncomfortable clothing, poor seat choices, lack of sleep planning, skipping upgrades, limited entertainment, and neglecting self-care—and offer fixes like comfortable layers with compression socks, strategic seat selection away from restrooms, sleep/wake planning, early upgrade checks, pre-downloaded entertainment, hydration, and personal care to make the journey more bearable.