12 of the best: first-class gear and gadgets for a smoother long-haul trip

12 of the best: first-class gear and gadgets for a smoother long-haul trip

Before we can rest and relax on holiday, we have to get through the flight first. Frequent travellers share their airplane essentials for a more comfortable journey

Clockwise from top left: La Mer Intensive Revitalising Mask; MEEYUU bento lunchbox; Daewoo handheld fan; Fitlegs socks; Uno card game and Cirorld kids travel pillow

There’s nothing glamorous these days about travelling by air, and it’s even worse for long-haul journeys. You’re trapped in a sweaty pressure cooker for hours on end, with cramped seats, scant legroom and tasteless meals — not to mention the blood-boiling habits of your fellow passengers.

To bring a touch of first-class to your economy trip, we asked frequent travellers for their in-flight essentials, from clever tech accessories to skincare goodies.

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