According to a study from Leap Local, more than 40 percent of tourists suffer from some kind of motion sickness when they travel.
Motion sickness can leave tourists feeling unwell and lose them valuable holiday time in their destination.
Symptoms can include dizziness, feeling tired, headache, nausea, vomiting, burping or sweating.
Although motion sickness is fairly common on cruises and buses, many travellers also suffer from the illness on planes.
However, a travel expert from Leap Local has shared their tips to avoid suffering from motion sickness on flights.
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Seat selection
The expert said: “The seats over the wing generally experience the least amount of motion. Try to book these seats when possible.”
Passengers can pay extra to choose their plane seat which could be worth it if they suffer from motion sickness.
Seats over the wing of the plane generally experience the least movement and could be perfect for sufferers of motion sickness.
Hydrate
The expert said: “Make sure to drink plenty of water. Dehydration can make you more susceptible to motion sickness.”
It’s really important to stay hydrated on a plane journey, particularly if it’s a long haul flight. Tourists can ask the flight attendants for water if they don’t have their own.
However, it’s a good idea to bring a reusable water bottle which passengers can fill up at water fountains after passing through airport security.
Don’t fly on an empty stomach
The expert added: “While you don’t want to eat too much, having a little food in your stomach can help you feel better.”
It’s important to eat the right food before a flight and passengers should try to avoid alcohol before flying.
Fast food could also make passengers feel unwell and tourists should bring their own food if they’re worried airline food could make them nauseous.
Source: express.co.uk