Strategies to enhance any flight experience to a luxury level (without the high cost)
Venture into the skies like a VIP, even in economy class. With a clever selection of essentials, your economy seat can feel like a plush lounge. Ready to elevate your flying experience? Here's how to make every journey feel fabulous.
1. Invest in premium comfort
Trade airline essentials for home-level comfort. Bring your own plush travel blanket, ergonomic pillow, and comfy compression socks to convert your seat into a cozy hideaway.
Our suggestions:
- Travelrest 4-in-1 Travel Blanket
- Cabeau Evolution S3 Travel Pillow
- Bombas Women's Travel Compression Sock and Gripper Slipper
- Bombas Men's Travel Compression Sock and Gripper Slipper
2. Shush the cacophony
Block out cabin chaos and embrace peace. Opt for noise-canceling headphones or earplugs combined with calming playlists or white noise to create an oasis in your row.
Recommendations:
- Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Cancelling Headphones
- Apple AirPods Pro 2
- Loop Quiet 2 Plus Earplugs
3. Spoil yourself
Your skin deserves some pampering, especially during flights. Hydrate mid-air with TSA-friendly skincare essentials and land looking rejuvenated.
Picks:
- Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray
- COSRX Advanced Snail Hydrogel Eye Patch
- BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask
- La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Lip Balm
- Aveda Hand Relief Moisturizing Creme
4. Tempt your taste buds
Bye-bye, snack cart! Pack mini indulgences like chocolate, trail mix, or a bite-sized charcuterie. For an upgraded flight, pair your treats with a glass of wine.
Our faves:
- See's Candies Silver Assorted Chocolates
- Nuts.com Custom Trail Mixes
- Hillshire Small Plates
5. Dress comfortably, look stylish
Cozy doesn't have to mean frumpy; think athleisure with a touch of airport-core. Opt for soft joggers, breathable layers, and luxe wraps that serve as pillows, blankets, or fashion statements.
Our top picks:
- Hoka Essential Jogger
- Skims Knit Unisex Jogger
- Amazon Essentials Women's Classic-Fit T-Shirt
- Champion Men's Classic Everyday T-Shirt
- Quince Featherweight Cashmere Silk Frayed Edge Scarf
6. Amplify your entertainment
Flight entertainment can be hit-or-miss. Load your favorite TV shows, podcasts, and playlists onto a lightweight tablet or e-reader to stream like a pro—no Wi-Fi required.
Our selections:
- Samsung Galaxy Tab A9For kids: Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Pro Tablet
- Amazon Kindle Paperwhite
7. Protect your flying lifestyle
Travel insurance offers peace of mind during trip disruptions. All the comfort in the world won't fix a canceled flight or lost luggage. Secure peace of mind with top-notch coverage.
Recommended option:
- our website Travel Insurance
Maintain your VIP status
Upgrading your economy seat to a premium experience means comfort, and guaranteed peace of mind with insurance backing you up. Check out our website for comprehensive coverage that delivers peace of mind from takeoff to touchdown.
Protect my trip
- To ensure peace of mind during travel, consider purchasing travel insurance that covers trip disruptions and lost luggage. (Protect my trip)
- For a stylish travel lifestyle, opt for comfortable clothing that can effortlessly transition from airport to exploring your destination, such as soft joggers, breathable layers, and luxe wraps. (Our top picks)
- When planning a trip, don't forget to prepare for the unexpected by packing TSA-friendly skincare essentials to help keep your skin hydrated during flights. (Picks)
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