My time in California came to an end before I knew it, and there I was, sitting at the airport waiting to board the plane. (and writing this post to help keep me awake!) On my last few trips I have flown the "red eye". The plane generally leaves around 11 PM and arrives in Tampa around 7. Some people look at me like I am crazy for doing this....and, perhaps I am! But, I find that I am tired when I fly during the day, and I've wasted the whole day. If I fly at night, I'm tired during the day, but I don't feel like I've wasted a day. Another plus...the plane ride seems to be that much faster as I try my best to sleep most of the way.
A friend who has traveled extensively recommended that other folks who anticipate long plane trips buy a "Trtl" travel pillow. I bought one and I'm a believer. I don't have to carry around a bulky neck-roll type pillow which still allows my head to flop forward. The Trtl is made of a plastic frame covered in fleece. The fleece wraps around your neck and attaches to the base of the brace with velcro.
And look what happens when you put the Trtl on: you are suddenly 40 years younger, 20 pounds lighter and beautiful! Hahaha!
The pillow worked its magic and I slept fairly well. Before I knew it, an announcement came on saying we would be landing in Tampa in 25 minutes.
I'd never heard of the Trtl pillow but I can see its benefits! How interesting. Travel is tiring and a nap at home is the best!
ReplyDeleteComing west to east, it feels like the trip is shorter as you pass through time zones.
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Hah! On this trip I wouldn't have known, having slept most of the way!
DeleteNo grass grows under your feet! Love the flamingo sculpture! Lori
ReplyDeleteIt's always fun to see, and is often shown on TV
DeleteI need one of those pillows. 40 years younger and 20 pounds thinner....count me in! Welcome home.
ReplyDeleteThanks - it's good to be here....I think!
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DeleteThat's the one thing I hate about flying to the UK it's a night flight and I can't sleep on the plane. I should look up that sleep aid.
ReplyDeleteI've never heard of that neck pillow, but sleeping on a plane is always so hard for me. I might take a look into it, with our trip to Scotland coming up. We always fly overnight, and I do get some sleep, but my neck is so sore for a day or two after.
ReplyDeleteMy daughter who loves to travel has that same neck thingy and reports it is a dream to use!
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