I place all the liquids that I will want on the plane (lotion, lip balm, moisturizer) in a snack size baggie within my regular liquid bag. Then it is easy to grab and keep handy for the plane. (for those rule followers!)
Because the plane is so dark on overnight and some other long haul flights, I started carrying a small mini LED keychain squeezable flashlight. It is strong enough to illuminate what I need to see without disturbing other passengers. I bought a multi-pack from Amazon for under $10 and have one attached to car keys and other places for using at home, too. Good video!
My sister and I recently flew Emirates premium economy. We were only allowed 1 item on the plane: 1 carry-on suitcase. Since this would be stowed in the overhead, we had to create a small inflight essentials bag that we could grab before stowing our carry-ons. My sister used a crossbody bag and I used small crossbody sling backpack. Both were around the same size of your fanny bag. This forced us to really bring what we absolutely needed on the plane. It was liberating. Kudo's on the name "cabin bag" which clearly distinguishes it from a personal item which is usually larger.
Another tip for Rx meds: Tell the pharmacy that you will be traveling and would like a smaller bottle with a locking lid for your meds. They will put a duplicate label on that bottle. I love to cruise and I take a 2 week supply for a 1 week cruise so the smaller bottle(s) works out perfectly.
That's a great suggestion! I have a few Rx meds and it's always a pain to pack multiple large bottles for the flight. I will be sure to request smaller bottle for future use
I’m with you on not wearing your contacts on a long haul flight! I always wear my glasses even for a 2-3hrs flight and put them in when I get to my destination.
This, for some reason, brought to my mind my first flight and trip to NYC my senior year to attend the Restaurant Show (I'm 58, yes, it is now in Chicago) for my college major with my college buddies. The one who had flown before and was giving us tips got sick multiple times on the flight. The one who always misplaces things insisted she did not need me to hold onto her return flight ticket. I made her sign a note stating I offered and she refused and had witnesses. Of course, she lost her ticket and had to pay a $100 lost ticket fee. It was a fantastic trip and my lost ticket friend always gave me important items to hold onto after that. 😅😂😅😎
Why i have always loved dailies contacts. When I feel them drying out during the day or in this example on a flight, just pop in a new pair! I do this for long days on vacations too. Helps make me feel refreshed for the evening.
This is my newest favorite thing to do on a plane--I’ve carried a little crossbody/chest bag the last couple of trips, and it’s been so helpful! Love it!!!
I've been using a similar bag technique since 2016. Love it. Items have changed over the years that go in the bag. I always have my kindle in there as well.
As soon as I board the plane and I’ve stowed my carry on I put my little pouch with my flight essentials in the pocket infront of me. It contains Eye drops, lip balm, moisturiser, paracetamol, breath mints, travel toothbrush, eye mask, water wipes and anti bac gel. Then I’m all set. I use my backpack as a footrest and bring a large warm scarf that doubles as a blanket.
I always carry a small flashlight, you can find one that’s the size of a lip balm at the dollar store and I also have one in my personal bag that’s about 4 inches long, both can be clipped to my bag.
Just want to say I’ve watched a lot of travel videos and your cabin bag worn around the waist during flight is a new and brilliant idea for me! I get a bit claustrophobic and airsick when I have to put my head down to rummage through my personal item in the dark, and having a loose pouch that falls on the floor doesn’t work either. I just received the small bag you showed and I think it will be perfect. Thanks for the help in making long flights semi bearable.
Thank you SO much for this! I have an international flight coming up (my first time crossing the ocean!) & definitely do NOT want to be messing around looking thru my purse for “this or that”. 👍👍
@@astheteabrews when you are flying high (~35,000ft) in the air, the atmosphere above you is less giving way to a higher UV index (more UV rays) = worse for your skin!
Thank you. This was by far the most helpful video on using a “cabin bag.” You mention products that were not in other videos. Love the contact lens case idea. Mere FYI. You might put the lightly scented cream in the other contact lens holder and use another contact case for meds. Liquids in one. Meds in another - for us “rule followers.” I’ve watched several videos on preparing to travel after a long lock down. I remember rifling through my personal bag for items. Now I get why using a cabin bag is helpful. Thanks to your video I’m going to create one.
Thank you thank you thank you. I am a weekly traveler for work. I watch tons of travel videos for ideas. This travel bag idea was one of the best!! I just landed from a flight that I had packed based on this video and loved having all my stuff needed in my waist bag. Did I say I love this idea!! Love love love ❤
I am so glad you found it helpful!! Yes, it's such a small thing but a game changer for in flight and I now use this on every flight - long haul or not!
Great video! My essentials are similar, with the addition of Bose noise cancelling headphones. They are bulky, but they are so comfortable and the noise cancelling is unbeatable. Also, great water PSA. I’m a FA and I definitely wouldn’t drink the water from the bathroom or the coffee maker. It all comes from the same water tank that never gets cleaned. Some of the water tanks are really old - MD80 I’m looking at you 😳😷
Personally I always wear my contacts when flying, even for really long flights. I don’t have an issue with them getting dry or uncomfortable. But I do always take my glasses, spare contacts, and a tiny thing of eye drops just in case.
When I travel to Europe I make myself a wallet that is the size of my drivers license and fits 5 cards. I use that colorful vinyl tape, 1 color and 1 print, and tin foil. I use a card for the size, make a rectangle of tin foil then a layer of color tape, fold it up and use the print on top edge and side seams. I also made one for my passport. I used red color and black and white check. I keep in a deep inside pocket of my raincoat. I go in spring or fall.
Great tips. I’ve had my airfly adapter for a few years now. I find if it’s fully recharged it will last my 7 hrs flight switching out between my airpod pros (after a while inner parts of my ear needs a rest) & my Bose Bluetooth headphones. So if there isn’t a charging port nearby they are still fine.
When I flew to Australia, it's a super long flight, so I took my contacts after boarding off intending to sleep most of the long flight. (I didn't, but that's another story.) According to my plan, I was just going to wear my glasses when I got off the plane for the rest of the day. But they have this automatic passport process, where they just do facial recognition or whatever and electronically scan passports, no humans involved. And in order to do this, you can't wear your glasses. And then there's this screen like 10-15 feet away telling you that you are approved. But I'm traveling by myself, and I can't see, so the first time I failed because I put my glasses back on too soon. So the second time I was determined to wait long enough to get approved but I waited so long that the stranger behind me waiting had to tell me to go. I don't understand why, if they know people have to take off their glasses, they don't have like a big red/green light above the gate.
Another great video. I always travel with a Fanny pack. This video gave me some great new ideas of what to add into mine. I never thought of using contact lense case before for my medicine. I typically put the bottle.
Depending on the ages of the kids, their own fanny packs might be a good idea. You might be able to add in-flight activities in theirs as well as small essentials.
Im a notorious overpacker for trips. We usually do driving trips but i always have a giant bag of stuff i dont use. Im going to try to make a smaller bag i can keep up front with me
I'm so glad I watched this video today! I've got long flights coming up and will be implementing your small fanny bag strategy! I have dug around in my backpack maaaaannnnyyyy times on long haul flights. Thankful for Amazon same-day delivery today. It fits the necessities!
The contact lens case idea is genius! I use some DHC brand moisturizers and with every order they allow you to choose samples. I love packing these in my flight bag! And oh yes. Non stop lip balm on flights, even short ones.
I USED to take a list of my meds that I got from the pharmacy for all overseas flight but was NEVER asked to produce it so I stopped doing that. Since then I have been to Egypt and the UK and still didn't need it.
omg! for some reason I turn into frickin' Penn and Teller with the whole ID thing. i take out my ID going through TSA check, i think i put it back where i had it, but poof it's gone, not there. it landed up in some other "clever" pocket i decided to put it in. meanwhile, i'm having a heart attack thinking my ID vanished.
We bikepack and I use contact lens cases for triple antibiotic ointment & desitin. I would probably add a pen too. Now, I've not traveled internationally in quite a while, but I remember having to fill out customs forms on the plane; maybe they do not do that anymore. But, I ALWAYS find a reason I need a pen. I think I'd also include a small, passport-size traveler's notebook insert just to have some paper. Things come up over the course of 9 hours (or so), especially if you are thinking about touring a place you've never been. I don't use my phone for temporary notes; not sure why....
Yes! Genes, sunscreen and water! But of course I also buy the things 😂. Oddly I love the Okeefe overnight hand cream for daytime because there’s less residue than working hands.
@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge I have no actual idea how this comment ended up here instead of the skincare post 😂 must’ve navigated off and not realized it 😂😂
I bought that one as well (but returned it). Although the quality is amazing!! I just didn't like how dark it was inside and it sadly didn't sit well on me. Also the strap overhang was too long >< I also like to have belt bags for the flight so I'm not reaching into my under the seat bag all the time. And I can have it on my body at all times! so helpful when listening to music, you know...don't want the phone falling to the floor because apparently that's a fire hazard :0
I always bring a couple cough drops or mints. As a chronic bronchitis/variant asthma sufferer, I cough daily even when I'm not sick. And no one wants to hear you cough on a flight !! LOL.
I have massive ear popping issues when flying so I always pack life saver candies to suck on before we reach cruising altitude and once we begin descending again. I'm jealous of the people whose ears work well! There are times when I have to look out the window to see which direction we're turning (left or right) because my ears are so confused!
I consulted with an Audiologist recently she said try one or both of these ideas - 2 hours before takeoff use Afrin spray twice each nostril - or 2 weeks before trip use Flonase spray daily, again twice each nostril. I will let you know if it works or not. I sure hope so, my ears sometimes don't unclog for over a week. It can make things difficult.
Love and watch all your videos always great tips - I am getting ready to take our first ever long international flight and have a couple of questions. One - do you use, if checking luggage, any type of lock on you suitcase? Two - have you ever sat in one of the seats that have no seat in front of it, do they have some place similar to a back of the seat pouch and have monitors somewhere like most back of the seats have? We splurged for the leg room but now I'm wondering how that works with no seat in front of us. Anything else I should be prepared for that type of seating. Three - do they allow you to bring small flashlights onboard? Any thoughts? Thank you
My STRONG suggestion is head over to seatguru.com and look at the particular seats your thinking about on that aircraft. Every plane is a little different so this is super important! And yes, they will have monitors in the arm sets typically but again depends on the aircraft. Good luck and happy travels!
Jen, you are missing the deodorant wipes. Mega babe makes individual packs. I didn’t use on a daily basis but for theme park days or for long flights…yes. Armpits smell real bad on people after a 9 hour flight
@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge I used to have a coworker that would come to the office from the airport when he traveled. It was only a 50 minute flight and he literally smelled like skunk, dead skunk. Other coworkers used to call me and tell me how bad they felt for me because I had to share an office with him and his BO. Just saying…if you get hot in a plane or in airports (cause sometime they offer very short layovers and you have to sprint across airports), take into consideration any bodily issues and smells that may happen.
I'm a huge fan of freshening up downstairs as well--baby wipes come in very handy for that too! If I skip a shower, I always use baby wipes to make sure nothing is starting to get funky!
When, on the flight, do you put the fanny pack on? Will the attendants allow it to be worn on take off’s and landings? I once had a small crossbody purse on and they told me to put it in the bag under the seat. Just wondering if the FP has different rules? Love, love this video!!!
@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge Great! I just ordered the bag last night, and I too will wear it and see if anyone says anything. Like you said before, the worst that can happen is I’m asked to take it off and place inside personal bag.
I put my passport, vaccination card and tickets in a clear lanyard case around my neck. It's the only way I don't displace them!! Haha, my family laughs at me.
Great video! Very informative. I pack my personal item pretty much the same way. I do wonder, though. Does Delta allow you to wear the bag around your waist and bring a carry-on and a personal item or do you pack the waist pouch in your personal item to take it onboard the plane? You probably covered that, but I missed it. Thanks for sharing!
I did but I said it fast! So I'm always ready to stick it in my backpack or everywhere bag if they ask and it easily fits. I've never been asked, though. Hope that helps!
Thanks for all the great ideas. I travel Delta as well-question, do you have any issues anywhere in the airport wearing your Fanny pack on your body along with your carry on and personal item?
Thank you. I was wondering if the power bank would fit into your cabin bag because i ordered the same bag. (Hasn’t arrived yet). Your reply made me realize that I should not overload my cabin bag because then it won’t be comfortable to wear during the flight. The power bank is large enough that it will be fairly easy to find in my under the seat bag if I need it. Maybe I am overthinking these things but it really helps me alleviate stress on travel day. 😊
@@Ann-wv2ti This exactly. You really want ONLY the essentials in there (back up things don't count LOL) and girl, I have a whole youtube channel with at leasta 50% of the videos being on this topic so I GET THIS and applaud it!
Yup. But that's no guarantee! They are definitely pickier there and I've had a few run-ins that were rather unreasonable. One checker felt my clear bag wasn't clear ENOUGH.
I think it would be very uncomfortable to sit with that around your waist for an overnight international flight? my plan is to have a 'separate' plastic bag with flight essentials (inflatable pillow, eyemask, folding blanket, water bottle, glasses, electronics, facial mist, hand lotion - and I have those tiny sample packets you get with makeup orders - one use and discard and take up no space at all in your liquids baggie) which I would remove from my 'personal item' tote bag before stowing it under the seat and putting it in the seat pocket in front of me - within easy reach and 'contained'.... I hope to put my purse 'inside' the personal item under the seat for the flight (and would only take it out to go to the washroom as needed)
I think I would loose the waist strap after I sit down and before putting my seatbelt on. Not so much it will fall off it I use the restroom, but enough that its not cinched tight.
I am very curious to know if you or anyone reading this has tried the air fly on European planes (actual planes, not code shared flights that are operated by a US airline). The earphone jack and usb is different and I want to know if it works
@@trave7644 so I don’t use the water in the bathroom (not sure I mentioned that in this video but have in others as the water isn’t potable) so is that why you’re saying that or is there another reason? I also use disposable toothbrushes so it’s a very fast endeavor. Would love to know! Because I am evidently not in on the common knowledge.
@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge I usually find the bathroom just before the landing, to be filthy, after so many people use it. I hardly want to use it let along brush my teeth in it. I dread having to touch the faucets with even tissue I carry with myself. I think it is a better idea to get to the airport or just chew some gum.
I place all the liquids that I will want on the plane (lotion, lip balm, moisturizer) in a snack size baggie within my regular liquid bag. Then it is easy to grab and keep handy for the plane. (for those rule followers!)
Great tip!
That's smart!
Because the plane is so dark on overnight and some other long haul flights, I started carrying a small mini LED keychain squeezable flashlight. It is strong enough to illuminate what I need to see without disturbing other passengers. I bought a multi-pack from Amazon for under $10 and have one attached to car keys and other places for using at home, too. Good video!
I always enjoy what you share on here but I never got the chance to say Hello 👋
My sister and I recently flew Emirates premium economy. We were only allowed 1 item on the plane: 1 carry-on suitcase. Since this would be stowed in the overhead, we had to create a small inflight essentials bag that we could grab before stowing our carry-ons. My sister used a crossbody bag and I used small crossbody sling backpack. Both were around the same size of your fanny bag. This forced us to really bring what we absolutely needed on the plane. It was liberating. Kudo's on the name "cabin bag" which clearly distinguishes it from a personal item which is usually larger.
Thank you for your kind comment!!!
I use a hanging toiletry bag for my inflight bag. I can hang it on the seat in front of me and have easy access to everything.
Another tip for Rx meds: Tell the pharmacy that you will be traveling and would like a smaller bottle with a locking lid for your meds. They will put a duplicate label on that bottle. I love to cruise and I take a 2 week supply for a 1 week cruise so the smaller bottle(s) works out perfectly.
Fantastic idea!
Thank you. Helpful.
That's a great suggestion! I have a few Rx meds and it's always a pain to pack multiple large bottles for the flight. I will be sure to request smaller bottle for future use
I’m with you on not wearing your contacts on a long haul flight! I always wear my glasses even for a 2-3hrs flight and put them in when I get to my destination.
This, for some reason, brought to my mind my first flight and trip to NYC my senior year to attend the Restaurant Show (I'm 58, yes, it is now in Chicago) for my college major with my college buddies. The one who had flown before and was giving us tips got sick multiple times on the flight. The one who always misplaces things insisted she did not need me to hold onto her return flight ticket. I made her sign a note stating I offered and she refused and had witnesses. Of course, she lost her ticket and had to pay a $100 lost ticket fee.
It was a fantastic trip and my lost ticket friend always gave me important items to hold onto after that. 😅😂😅😎
Hi Robin how are you??
Why i have always loved dailies contacts. When I feel them drying out during the day or in this example on a flight, just pop in a new pair! I do this for long days on vacations too. Helps make me feel refreshed for the evening.
Hi Jessica how are you??
Foldable hairbrush/comb (these can be quite small);small notebook & pen; a few cough drops and hard candies.
This is my newest favorite thing to do on a plane--I’ve carried a little crossbody/chest bag the last couple of trips, and it’s been so helpful! Love it!!!
I've been using a similar bag technique since 2016. Love it. Items have changed over the years that go in the bag. I always have my kindle in there as well.
As soon as I board the plane and I’ve stowed my carry on I put my little pouch with my flight essentials in the pocket
infront of me. It contains
Eye drops, lip balm, moisturiser, paracetamol, breath mints, travel toothbrush, eye mask, water wipes and anti bac gel.
Then I’m all set. I use my backpack as a footrest and bring a large warm scarf that doubles as a blanket.
Wow! Great ideas! Thanks!
I have done the same when I traveled for work! The seat back pockets can be dirty and it’s just easy to keep everything in one place.
@@angellas.1314 yes planes are not the cleanest of places. Don’t ever look under the seat 🤢
I always carry a small flashlight, you can find one that’s the size of a lip balm at the dollar store and I also have one in my personal bag that’s about 4 inches long, both can be clipped to my bag.
Can definitely relate to the anxiety! Good ideas you have and I appreciate your transparency!
I always enjoy what you share on here but I never got the chance to say Hello 👋
Just FYI….you can brush with only your natural mouth moisture if no water is available I know, it sounds crazy but the wisps actually don’t taste bad
No, I agree, but I do like to have some water. Great point!
Hi Carolyn how are you??
Just want to say I’ve watched a lot of travel videos and your cabin bag worn around the waist during flight is a new and brilliant idea for me! I get a bit claustrophobic and airsick when I have to put my head down to rummage through my personal item in the dark, and having a loose pouch that falls on the floor doesn’t work either. I just received the small bag you showed and I think it will be perfect. Thanks for the help in making long flights semi bearable.
Oh I’m so glad! On anything over 2 hours it’s my go to!
The contact lens case idea is genius! I have so many spares laying around and now can find a purpose for them 😊
I really like the idea of a waist bag. Thank you.
Hi hope you are fine
We packed an in cabin bag the last time we flew and it was a game changer! Will definitely do this every time from here on out!
I'm so glad!
Love your videos. Content so helpful, relevant, and real. Many thanks.
Hi Susan how are you??
Thank you SO much for this! I have an international flight coming up (my first time crossing the ocean!) & definitely do NOT want to be messing around looking thru my purse for “this or that”. 👍👍
Oh I'm so excited for you! have a fabulous trip!
Sunscreen, make sure to wear sunscreen on flights, adding that next to your moisturizer in your contacts case would be great addition!!
Hi Karina how are you??
Why would you need sunscreen on a flight? I don’t have any idea so I’m asking out of curiosity as I’m getting ready to fly soon.
@@astheteabrews when you are flying high (~35,000ft) in the air, the atmosphere above you is less giving way to a higher UV index (more UV rays) = worse for your skin!
@@karinaestrada6802 it comes in through the windows of the plane? There’s no uv Ray blocker in the glass?
I always bring a pen in case there are any forms to fill out or for puzzles.
Great tip and YES I always have one in my personal item as well! would be a great add to the smaller bag.
Hi Linda how are you??
Thank you. This was by far the most helpful video on using a “cabin bag.” You mention products that were not in other videos. Love the contact lens case idea.
Mere FYI. You might put the lightly scented cream in the other contact lens holder and use another contact case for meds. Liquids in one. Meds in another - for us “rule followers.”
I’ve watched several videos on preparing to travel after a long lock down. I remember rifling through my personal bag for items. Now I get why using a cabin bag is helpful. Thanks to your video I’m going to create one.
I use contact lens cases this way for bikepacking and backpacking. Works great!
Thank you thank you thank you. I am a weekly traveler for work. I watch tons of travel videos for ideas. This travel bag idea was one of the best!! I just landed from a flight that I had packed based on this video and loved having all my stuff needed in my waist bag. Did I say I love this idea!! Love love love ❤
I am so glad you found it helpful!! Yes, it's such a small thing but a game changer for in flight and I now use this on every flight - long haul or not!
Great video--- love that bag, I am hopping onto Amazon next!
Great video! My essentials are similar, with the addition of Bose noise cancelling headphones. They are bulky, but they are so comfortable and the noise cancelling is unbeatable.
Also, great water PSA. I’m a FA and I definitely wouldn’t drink the water from the bathroom or the coffee maker. It all comes from the same water tank that never gets cleaned. Some of the water tanks are really old - MD80 I’m looking at you 😳😷
Personally I always wear my contacts when flying, even for really long flights. I don’t have an issue with them getting dry or uncomfortable. But I do always take my glasses, spare contacts, and a tiny thing of eye drops just in case.
Same!
Hi Vicki how are you??
Enjoyed ur video. Neat idea to use a contact case for meds and moisturizer. The next time I fly I’m going to make a cabin bag. Thanks for sharing ❤🎉😊
Hi Dawn how are you?
When I travel to Europe I make myself a wallet that is the size of my drivers license and fits 5 cards. I use that colorful vinyl tape, 1 color and 1 print, and tin foil. I use a card for the size, make a rectangle of tin foil then a layer of color tape, fold it up and use the print on top edge and side seams. I also made one for my passport. I used red color and black and white check. I keep in a deep inside pocket of my raincoat. I go in spring or fall.
Great tips. I’ve had my airfly adapter for a few years now. I find if it’s fully recharged it will last my 7 hrs flight switching out between my airpod pros (after a while inner parts of my ear needs a rest) & my Bose Bluetooth headphones. So if there isn’t a charging port nearby they are still fine.
Great to know! My issue is I never remember to charge it but it's good to know it lasts that long. I wish my airpods would!
Hope you are fine
My waist bag came yesterday! Now I need to go somewhere to use it!
Oh awesome, Joy! I hope you love it!
Hi joy how are you??
I'm the same way about my ID! Thanks for the tips.
My pleasure, Vicki!
Hi Vicki how are you??
When I flew to Australia, it's a super long flight, so I took my contacts after boarding off intending to sleep most of the long flight. (I didn't, but that's another story.) According to my plan, I was just going to wear my glasses when I got off the plane for the rest of the day. But they have this automatic passport process, where they just do facial recognition or whatever and electronically scan passports, no humans involved. And in order to do this, you can't wear your glasses. And then there's this screen like 10-15 feet away telling you that you are approved. But I'm traveling by myself, and I can't see, so the first time I failed because I put my glasses back on too soon. So the second time I was determined to wait long enough to get approved but I waited so long that the stranger behind me waiting had to tell me to go. I don't understand why, if they know people have to take off their glasses, they don't have like a big red/green light above the gate.
UGH that's like my worst nightmare. When I take my contacts out and don't have my glasses I feel so helpless!
This is possibly the most helpful video I've ever seen!!! 💜💜💜
Another great video. I always travel with a Fanny pack. This video gave me some great new ideas of what to add into mine. I never thought of using contact lense case before for my medicine. I typically put the bottle.
I love this! I need to get something like this even just for when we fly from ATL to DIA with 2 kids!
YES you do! So handy to have everything righ there!
Depending on the ages of the kids, their own fanny packs might be a good idea. You might be able to add in-flight activities in theirs as well as small essentials.
@@BMad-we6qf hi B how are you?
I love your packing videos! I missed what kind of lotion you had in that little squeeze tube that you like for travel? Sounds like good stuff!
Sadly, I can't find the scent now and I am bummed because I love it! But the brand is L'occitaine and they have loads of great hand creams.
@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge Thanks!
@@jandv hi Jan how are you?
Im a notorious overpacker for trips. We usually do driving trips but i always have a giant bag of stuff i dont use. Im going to try to make a smaller bag i can keep up front with me
I'm so glad I watched this video today! I've got long flights coming up and will be implementing your small fanny bag strategy! I have dug around in my backpack maaaaannnnyyyy times on long haul flights. Thankful for Amazon same-day delivery today. It fits the necessities!
Awesome! Safe Travels!
Using one AirPod at a time helps to extend the battery time….could always use an earplug in the other ear….
Hi how are you?
The contact lens case idea is genius! I use some DHC brand moisturizers and with every order they allow you to choose samples. I love packing these in my flight bag! And oh yes. Non stop lip balm on flights, even short ones.
Yeah, it's absolutely essential!
Contact lens case is a great hack. Love it!
And either cheap or free! My favorite! LOL
Hi Jenny how are you??
Loved this video, so easy to listen to you ❤
I USED to take a list of my meds that I got from the pharmacy for all overseas flight but was NEVER asked to produce it so I stopped doing that. Since then I have been to Egypt and the UK and still didn't need it.
Might still be helpful in emergency situations, but probably not needed for TSA.
omg! for some reason I turn into frickin' Penn and Teller with the whole ID thing. i take out my ID going through TSA check, i think i put it back where i had it, but poof it's gone, not there. it landed up in some other "clever" pocket i decided to put it in. meanwhile, i'm having a heart attack thinking my ID vanished.
You are in excellent company and YES. LOL now I am going to picture Penn and Teller with me as I go through security
Hi hope you are fine
The Airfly does not have to be charging at the same time your using it. It lasts for hours on its own. Then recharge it as you’re reading etc.
Right I know I just hadn’t charged it in advance and it was easier to plug in my Bose. But good tip for sure!
Oh my goodness! You look beautiful without makeup!!!
Great advice! Thank you so much!
Thanks for watching, Mimi!
Hi Mimi how are you??
Smart woman! Great tips! Thank you for sharing. Especially the contact lens item!
It's a good hack and a CHEAP HACK which is my favorite.
Thanks great video. 😀
We bikepack and I use contact lens cases for triple antibiotic ointment & desitin. I would probably add a pen too. Now, I've not traveled internationally in quite a while, but I remember having to fill out customs forms on the plane; maybe they do not do that anymore. But, I ALWAYS find a reason I need a pen. I think I'd also include a small, passport-size traveler's notebook insert just to have some paper. Things come up over the course of 9 hours (or so), especially if you are thinking about touring a place you've never been. I don't use my phone for temporary notes; not sure why....
I always enjoy what you share on here but I never got the chance to say Hello 👋
This is a great idea. Thanks for sharing 💖
Oh my gosh, I love your Mary Poppins bag! It held so much. Do you use any type of pillow on long flights, and if so, what travel pillow do you prefer?
I don't use a travel pillow but great question!
Hope you are fine Jul
Great tips. Any suggestions for a cabin bag for males?
Hi Diane how are you??
Yes! Genes, sunscreen and water! But of course I also buy the things 😂. Oddly I love the Okeefe overnight hand cream for daytime because there’s less residue than working hands.
I feel this deeply and YES I also love the O'keefe overnight!
@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge I have no actual idea how this comment ended up here instead of the skincare post 😂 must’ve navigated off and not realized it 😂😂
I bought that one as well (but returned it). Although the quality is amazing!! I just didn't like how dark it was inside and it sadly didn't sit well on me. Also the strap overhang was too long >< I also like to have belt bags for the flight so I'm not reaching into my under the seat bag all the time. And I can have it on my body at all times! so helpful when listening to music, you know...don't want the phone falling to the floor because apparently that's a fire hazard :0
I always bring a couple cough drops or mints. As a chronic bronchitis/variant asthma sufferer, I cough daily even when I'm not sick. And no one wants to hear you cough on a flight !! LOL.
We should all probably add a mask too. And maybe vaccination cards in the ID pocket. (And suddenly the fanny pack is a big as the person item. LOL)
I have massive ear popping issues when flying so I always pack life saver candies to suck on before we reach cruising altitude and once we begin descending again. I'm jealous of the people whose ears work well! There are times when I have to look out the window to see which direction we're turning (left or right) because my ears are so confused!
I feel your pain - I have the same sort of ear issues
Yeah I always have to chew gum. Takeoff isn’t so bad but descent is awful.
I consulted with an Audiologist recently she said try one or both of these ideas - 2 hours before takeoff use Afrin spray twice each nostril - or 2 weeks before trip use Flonase spray daily, again twice each nostril. I will let you know if it works or not. I sure hope so, my ears sometimes don't unclog for over a week. It can make things difficult.
By some earplanes. They work wonderfully well!
Love and watch all your videos always great tips - I am getting ready to take our first ever long international flight and have a couple of questions. One - do you use, if checking luggage, any type of lock on you suitcase? Two - have you ever sat in one of the seats that have no seat in front of it, do they have some place similar to a back of the seat pouch and have monitors somewhere like most back of the seats have? We splurged for the leg room but now I'm wondering how that works with no seat in front of us. Anything else I should be prepared for that type of seating. Three - do they allow you to bring small flashlights onboard? Any thoughts? Thank you
My STRONG suggestion is head over to seatguru.com and look at the particular seats your thinking about on that aircraft. Every plane is a little different so this is super important! And yes, they will have monitors in the arm sets typically but again depends on the aircraft. Good luck and happy travels!
Hi Teresa how are you?
Great advice!
Thanks, Lisa!
Hi Lisa how are you?
Jen, you are missing the deodorant wipes. Mega babe makes individual packs. I didn’t use on a daily basis but for theme park days or for long flights…yes. Armpits smell real bad on people after a 9 hour flight
I've never had a problem with this but yes if that's something you need, than for sure! Great tip!
@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge I used to have a coworker that would come to the office from the airport when he traveled. It was only a 50 minute flight and he literally smelled like skunk, dead skunk. Other coworkers used to call me and tell me how bad they felt for me because I had to share an office with him and his BO. Just saying…if you get hot in a plane or in airports (cause sometime they offer very short layovers and you have to sprint across airports), take into consideration any bodily issues and smells that may happen.
I'm a huge fan of freshening up downstairs as well--baby wipes come in very handy for that too! If I skip a shower, I always use baby wipes to make sure nothing is starting to get funky!
You don't need makeup. Natural beauty
When, on the flight, do you put the fanny pack on? Will the attendants allow it to be worn on take off’s and landings?
I once had a small crossbody purse on and they told me to put it in the bag under the seat. Just wondering if the FP has different rules?
Love, love this video!!!
i've worn it as a waist pack during take off and landing for multiple flights and I've never been asked to remove it. Great question!
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Great! I just ordered the bag last night, and I too will wear it and see if anyone says anything.
Like you said before, the worst that can happen is I’m asked to take it off and place inside personal bag.
Hi Renee how are you??
Great guide!
Thanks, Dawn!!
Hi Dawn how are you?
I put my passport, vaccination card and tickets in a clear lanyard case around my neck. It's the only way I don't displace them!! Haha, my family laughs at me.
Great tips. ❤️😘
Thanks, Major!
Great video! Very informative. I pack my personal item pretty much the same way. I do wonder, though. Does Delta allow you to wear the bag around your waist and bring a carry-on and a personal item or do you pack the waist pouch in your personal item to take it onboard the plane? You probably covered that, but I missed it. Thanks for sharing!
I did but I said it fast! So I'm always ready to stick it in my backpack or everywhere bag if they ask and it easily fits. I've never been asked, though. Hope that helps!
@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge Yes, that does help! Thank you, so much!
Hi Roxanna how are you?
I always enjoy what you share on here but I never got the chance to say Hello 👋
I never wear my contacts on a flight even if it’s just a two hour flight
Hi Randi how are you??
Thanks for all the great ideas. I travel Delta as well-question, do you have any issues anywhere in the airport wearing your Fanny pack on your body along with your carry on and personal item?
You want to be sure you can fit it in your personal item if need be
@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge thank you. Makes sense!
I never wear make-up flying either.
Do you take a power bank in your cabin bag to recharge your electronics if the airplane plug-ins aren’t working?
I have it in my bigger bag so yes. So far I haven't needed to use it in flight but that's always a possiblity!
Thank you. I was wondering if the power bank would fit into your cabin bag because i ordered the same bag. (Hasn’t arrived yet). Your reply made me realize that I should not overload my cabin bag because then it won’t be comfortable to wear during the flight. The power bank is large enough that it will be fairly easy to find in my under the seat bag if I need it. Maybe I am overthinking these things but it really helps me alleviate stress on travel day. 😊
@@Ann-wv2ti This exactly. You really want ONLY the essentials in there (back up things don't count LOL) and girl, I have a whole youtube channel with at leasta 50% of the videos being on this topic so I GET THIS and applaud it!
Lithium batteries are prohibited in checked bags, so yep, put in your carry-on.
@@missdizzlepop Yes I meant my bigger bag that's under my seat in my carry on (as opposed to the little bag I'm wearing on my waist)
If I am carrying a passport, do I also need to present a driver's license?
No you can have one or the other for us travel (of a US citizen) and passport only for everywhere
I put both the hand luggage and backpack in the overhead bin 🤣And keep the pouch with me.
Would you say the bag is relatively size inclusive for wearing around the waist? I’m a 12-14 and have found some to be too tight as actual belts.
Definitely check the specifications on Amazon for the length!
Thanks so much. I just got the air pod pros 2 and they keep falling out even with correct size attachments. Do you have this issue?
I really haven't?
Hi Susan hope you are doing fine
What about in Europe, have you been able to keep the lotion in the bag there?
Yup. But that's no guarantee! They are definitely pickier there and I've had a few run-ins that were rather unreasonable. One checker felt my clear bag wasn't clear ENOUGH.
I think it would be very uncomfortable to sit with that around your waist for an overnight international flight? my plan is to have a 'separate' plastic bag with flight essentials (inflatable pillow, eyemask, folding blanket, water bottle, glasses, electronics, facial mist, hand lotion - and I have those tiny sample packets you get with makeup orders - one use and discard and take up no space at all in your liquids baggie) which I would remove from my 'personal item' tote bag
before stowing it under the seat and putting it in the seat pocket in front of me - within easy reach and 'contained'.... I hope to put my purse 'inside' the personal item under the seat for the flight (and would only take it out to go to the washroom as needed)
Sounds like a great plan!
I think I would loose the waist strap after I sit down and before putting my seatbelt on. Not so much it will fall off it I use the restroom, but enough that its not cinched tight.
I wondered if anybody has a recommendation for over ear noise cancelling headphones that are more affordable than Bose?
Eye drops are always an essential item for my long flights, in addition to lip balm and lotion.
I am very curious to know if you or anyone reading this has tried the air fly on European planes (actual planes, not code shared flights that are operated by a US airline). The earphone jack and usb is different and I want to know if it works
Worked great Air Canada
We are going to Aulani in February did you rent a car there or Uber everywhere and what tours if any did you do
I'll be doing a few videos about our time there on my other channel (just Jen Lefforge here on youtube)
Isn’t that bag counted as a personal item?
As long as you can consolidate and it will fit in your bigger bag, you're fine! they may ask you to put it in there when boarding.
Thanks. That makes sense. Great advice!
Very small hand sanitizer.
Hard to look at. You wave all that stuff around...hold it still!!
Thanks for watching!
The seat back pocket is literally theFilthiest part of the plane. Do not put anything personal in there…
oh no, brushing your teeth in the airplane bathroom is a bad bad idea! Just get off the plane, and do that at airport.
I think you forgot to add "in my opinion" to the first part of this comment.
@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge not just in my opinion; common knowledge. it is totally unhygienic.
@@trave7644 so I don’t use the water in the bathroom (not sure I mentioned that in this video but have in others as the water isn’t potable) so is that why you’re saying that or is there another reason? I also use disposable toothbrushes so it’s a very fast endeavor. Would love to know! Because I am evidently not in on the common knowledge.
@@JoyfulLivingwithJenLefforge I usually find the bathroom just before the landing, to be filthy, after so many people use it. I hardly want to use it let along brush my teeth in it. I dread having to touch the faucets with even tissue I carry with myself. I think it is a better idea to get to the airport or just chew some gum.
@@trave7644 oh I see so it’s just personal preference. I thought there was a scientific reason. Thanks for clearing that up!