Have you ever traveled and couldn't adjust to the new time zone. Usually after a day or two you seem to feel better but why not utilize that day or two and adjust sooner? Few people can really understand what it is like to adjust to a new time zone until they actually have to do it. It seems like no big deal, but it can really mess with mind and body. There are all kinds of studies on why that is, but the easy answer is that it is lying to your mind and body. You are essentially telling Continue Reading
Travel Tips: Five Ways to Avoid Jet Lag Before You Ever Board The Plane #BayouTravel
The key to travel is to return without feeling like you need another vacation, from your vacation. Tough life right? Well for some, jet lag is a pain in the neck…literally. Few things can leave you feeling worse than a case of jet lag. Fortunately, it can also be dealt with fairly easily. There are plenty of things you can do to avoid this frustrating travel reality even before you ever get on the plane. Here are five things you can do pretravel to avoid jet lag the next time you head off Continue Reading
How to Endure Extended Flights in 7 Simple Steps #BayouTravel
Extended flights can be a major pain in the neck if you don’t prepare ahead of time. Travel is hard enough without being curled up in a tiny seat for hours at a time. Still, there are a number of things that can be done to make your trip much more comfortable. The key is to plan ahead of time. Here are seven things in particular that you can do to make your extended flights more comfortable: Dress for Comfort There are people out there that are perfectly comfortable in a business suit and Continue Reading
Do’s and Dont’ of Air Travel with Babies #BayouTravel
Traveling with a baby isn't exactly easy and traveling by plane can be especially challenging. Before you try air travel with your little one, check out some of these do's and don'ts. DO look into night flights. Later flights may be less crowded and may allow more space for you to take care of your baby. Flying during the nighttime may also help your baby sleep through most of the journey and not disrupt her schedule. DON'T be afraid to ask about child air fares or special accommodations. Continue Reading