Crossing multiple time zones and traveling at odd hours could flip your body’s natural biorhytms upside down, but don’t let jet lag ruin your vacation.  Here are few tips on making the transition to a new time zone easier so you can make your vacation more memorable and relaxing.

-Before your flight, get plenty of rest and drink a lot of water. Also, try eating light meal before you board so that hunger does not keep you from sleeping.

-As soon as you board your flight, set your watch to the time of your destination. Then act accordingly. If it is nighttime in your arrival city when you take off, try to get a few hours of sleep. If it’s daytime at your final stop, try walking through the cabin to stay alert.

-On arrival, stay awake until an early local bedtime. A brisk walk will not only revive your body, but also serves as an invaluable introduction to your new surroundings. Wake the next day from a full night’s rest, alert and able to get the most from your overseas experience. Enjoy that vacation!

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