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Sunday, August 16, 2026
Lisa SchantzLisa Schantz·

Jet Lag Tips for Long Flights

Arriving on an island exhausted from jet lag wastes the first days of a trip you paid good money for.

A few habits before and during the flight reset your body clock faster so you hit the beach ready, not wrecked.

  • Shift your sleep schedule a few days before flying
  • Drink plenty of water and skip the alcohol
  • Get sunlight on arrival to reset your clock
  • Stay awake until local bedtime on day one

Prep your sleep before you leave and force yourself onto local time on arrival, and jet lag barely touches the trip.