Anyway, this is our first ever trip overseas (from Texas to Naples via Madrid) and I'm wondering what to pack/not pack for that long a flight.

My plan is:

iPad with several Kindle/Nook books
1 actual book in case the iPad/phone runs out of juice
2 chargers to help the iPad and phone NOT run out of juice
RS Snapshot guide book for the area we're going to
Part of another guidebook that I cut out pages for our area
Folder with paperwork for hotel/tours/etc.
Neck pillow

What should I add/take out for a pleasant LONG flight like this?

TIA

Most widebody flights over the pond seem to have power at all seats even in coach, but you might want to check that out on airline site or on seatguru.com. I always travel with a power block just to be safe.

Deck of cards.

Just wear a moisture wicking shirt, shorts that cover your knees, and a hat and you should be fine.

I usually take ear plugs and some sort of eye mask to go over my eyes to help sleep.

I usually don't have trouble falling asleep, but I snore and that keeps me from sleeping much because I worry about being annoying.

Weird, huh?

You're a kind soul!

AgRyan04 said:

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You're a kind soul!

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inb4 drthoop and Bohunk jump in to disagree

Same for me but I don't usually snore. I worry about ripping ass.

There are three items I carry on anything over 8 hours. I threw in the power pack cause it never fails that the power plug on my seat never works.

Foot rest
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BRB8MGCV/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Airplane adapter for wireless headphones.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0C3QQ4X6F/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Also a power pack
https://www.amazon.com/INIU-High-Speed-Flashlight-Powerbank-Compatible/dp/B07CZDXDG8/ref=sxin_16_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa?content-id=amzn1.sym.fc48733d-66f8-4b9b-aacf-cfa5b264e791%3Aamzn1.sym.fc48733d-66f8-4b9b-aacf-cfa5b264e791&crid=B7I6BVFJ7LG6&cv_ct_cx=power+pack&keywords=power+pack&pd_rd_i=B07CZDXDG8&pd_rd_r=b1eecf10-8d22-4c12-9ea7-69f5c914e5b9&pd_rd_w=vhoPi&pd_rd_wg=zLkos&pf_rd_p=fc48733d-66f8-4b9b-aacf-cfa5b264e791&pf_rd_r=R7S0147FY5PMCK7S9SB6&qid=1697845424&s=electronics&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sprefix=power+pack%2Celectronics%2C126&sr=1-3-2b34d040-5c83-4b7f-ba01-15975dfb8828-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9zZWFyY2hfdGhlbWF0aWM&psc=1

Noise cancelling headphones.
Have a couple pre-flight drinks.
Watch a couple movies.
Go to sleep.
Force yourself to stay up during the day and then force yourself to go to bed no later than 10pm local time once you arrive.

Have fun and take lots of pictures.

Edibles

I just returned. All my planes had 110 outlets. I was in premium economy.

Obviously once in Europe, you'll need an outlet adapter to convert from C type with 220 volts to 110 volts and A type.

Snacks

Hoyt Ag said:

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There are three items I carry on anything over 8 hours. I threw in the power pack cause it never fails that the power plug on my seat never works.

Foot rest
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BRB8MGCV/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Airplane adapter for wireless headphones.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0C3QQ4X6F/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Also a power pack
https://www.amazon.com/INIU-High-Speed-Flashlight-Powerbank-Compatible/dp/B07CZDXDG8/ref=sxin_16_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa?content-id=amzn1.sym.fc48733d-66f8-4b9b-aacf-cfa5b264e791%3Aamzn1.sym.fc48733d-66f8-4b9b-aacf-cfa5b264e791&crid=B7I6BVFJ7LG6&cv_ct_cx=power+pack&keywords=power+pack&pd_rd_i=B07CZDXDG8&pd_rd_r=b1eecf10-8d22-4c12-9ea7-69f5c914e5b9&pd_rd_w=vhoPi&pd_rd_wg=zLkos&pf_rd_p=fc48733d-66f8-4b9b-aacf-cfa5b264e791&pf_rd_r=R7S0147FY5PMCK7S9SB6&qid=1697845424&s=electronics&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sprefix=power+pack%2Celectronics%2C126&sr=1-3-2b34d040-5c83-4b7f-ba01-15975dfb8828-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9zZWFyY2hfdGhlbWF0aWM&psc=1

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And don't forget one of these. Also make sure you get the aisle seat.

AgOutsideAustin said:

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Just wear a moisture wicking shirt, shorts that cover your knees, and a hat and you should be fine.

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What you did there, I see it.

Logos Stick said:

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I just returned. All my planes had 110 outlets. I was in premium economy.

Obviously once in Europe, you'll need an outlet adapter to convert from C type with 220 volts to 110 volts and A type.

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Just to be clear, those adapters aren't converting voltage just the shape of your plug.

Don't want people taking their hair dryers and flat irons to Europe and blowing the circuits in their hotel rooms.

I always try to find a new series that I've been wanting to watch and download it for the trip. Those one off 6-8 episode series on Max or Netlfix are perfect for these types of flights. I watched Full Cirlce from HBO on my last long flight.

Also, depending on the carrier but I've found a lot of good foreign films on flights. Especially Bollywood and Japanese. An occasional Spanish or German show too.

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Foot rest
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BRB8MGCV/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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How would this work in coach?

It just straps to the tray table

Don't suppose you are in the bulkhead seat are you? I bring an inflatable foot rest that also doubles as one that you can hold in your lap shown a few posts up. Helps a ton having my feet propped up.

Agree with ear plugs and face mask. Neck pillow. Sounds like you have the battery packs covered.

No, no bulkhead seat.

I checked and it's a 9 hour flight, which is about how long it takes to drive from here to Houston so not really as long as I had imagined.