Trudging your way through business class on your way into the rear of the plane, it’s only natural to feel a pang of jealousy. But take heart: Even in the event that you don’t have money or the miles to get an upgrade, there are still.
DIY Ways to Upgrade Economy Class
Tuck the nine things into your carry-on to improve your flight.
Cocktail Kit
Sipping on a cocktail could add a splash of course to long economy flights. Slip the Carry On Cocktail Kit and you will have the ingredients to blend a margarita or Moscow mule up . Note that the FAA does not allow travelers to attract and consume their own alcohol in flight; those kits include everything but alcohol, and that you will need to ask from your flight attendant.
Noise-Blocking Headphones
You might be unable to move your body out of economy class, but at least you can mentally transport yourself to a better place through the magic of music, movies, and technology. Noise-canceling headphones from Bose can allow you to tune out your environment. For an even more immersive sensory experience, try the Royole Moon, a 3-D virtual theater with large, comfy, noise-blocking earphones and an eyepiece that plays HD movies or TV shows.
Window Seat Shelf
Any gadget that can make the illusion of extra space in a cramped chair is worth a look. That’s why ought to think about the spAIR Tray Travel Shelf. It slides onto this window shade’s alignment station, making an extra shelf to telephone your drink, or publication. This frees up your seatback tray table for meal or a notebook.
Hydrating Face Mask
After a few hours in an airplane cabin that is arid, it can feel as though all of the moisture has been sucked from your skin. Counter these unpleasant results and provide yourself a mini-spa experience using a hydrating face mask such as the Dr. JART+ Water Replenishment Cotton Sheet Mask. To refresh yourself on market flights, place the mask on your face for 15 to 30 minutes, then discard the mask and massage any remaining lotion into your skin.
Footrest
You may not be able to stretch your legs out or lie flat in economy class, but finding a way to support your toes may add a much-needed note of relaxation, particularly for shorter travelers whose feet do not reach the ground. One option is a comfortable hammock that cradles your ankles and hangs from your seatback tray table, the Sleepy Ride. Or try the Portable Footrest a that folds up into a pouch that is packable, from Econo High.
High-Quality Snacks
Forget overpriced airline snack boxes and about the stale pretzels. Instead, upgrade your munchies . Throw some fresh fruit into your carry-on–like a banana or a baggie of seedless grapes–and set it with tasty organic snacks such as crunchy wasabi-flavored chickpeas or heart-healthy route mix.
Seatback Cup and Device Holder
Don’t enjoy the entertainment choices on your trip–or, worse, don’t have a seatback display in any respect? The Airhook can help. The device, which hooks onto an upright tray table, holds phones and tablets around 8.5 inches, allowing you to stream or play your own entertainment. It’s also got a cup holder, so you can keep a beverage handy without needing to fold down your tray table.
Mini-Bed for the Kids
Children often are not any more happy in economy class than adults are, but their frowns will turn upside down once you put in one of these gadgets to help them lie flat and sleep. The FengNiao Inflatable Foot Rest Pillow is a cushion you can blow up to put on the floor between your kid’s seat and the seat in front, making a level space where your child can curl up. Another option is the BedBox, a suitcase that children can ride on through the airport and then convert into a leg rest and mattress on the plane.
Silk Eye Mask
If you can’t update your chair, you can upgrade your flimsy lace eye mask to something a bit more lavish–such as a silk eye mask from Papinelle or SLIP. These high quality masks match all facial sizes, and feel soft and cool when you slip them over your eyes.