#middle-seat-tips

#middle-seat-tips

I firmly believe there should be one airline flight with no babies. Especially like a long-haul flight. No offense to the babies!

Delta's new Delta One suites will feature a flat bed expanded by more than three inches, a custom cushion designed to act like an in-air mattress, and a new cubby for shoe storage, enhancing passenger comfort on long-haul flights.

United Airlines' unveiling of its Polaris business-class cabin marked a significant shift in the industry, as sliding-door suites have become essential for US carriers competing for premium revenue.

The flight, operated by Singapore Airlines, is one I'll never forget, and I'd do it again just to eat kaya toast once more.

The longest flight in the world-the 19-hour non-stop from New York's JFK to Singapore's Changi airport-is no easy feat. It was me, myself, and I against 9,537 miles in the air, on my way to the glitzy Lion City for a reporting trip. The flight, operated by Singapore Airlines, is one I'll never forget, and I'd do it again just to eat kaya toast once more.

Dozing off in a dry, noisy, light-filled plane cabin is no easy feat, which is why it's necessary to set yourself up with a few items to help block out light and noise and to upgrade your overall comfort. From the holy grail of travel neck pillows to the one esthetician-recommended skincare product I won't fly without, these 10 products help me get some shut-eye on every flight.

Do yourself a favor and grab a neck pillow-the memory foam ones that wrap around are my go-to as they keep your head from bobbing in different directions. A neck pillow is non-negotiable when stuck in a middle seat, in my opinion. Not all airplanes have those built-in headrests that you can adjust to your liking, so you can't guarantee that you'll be able to get comfortable with one of those.

When traveling by air, take a look at the type of aircraft you're expected to fly with, as it can make a difference in terms of overall flight experience. This can also help you get to know the different cabin classes so you can make the right seat selection for your comfort level and your wallet.

If you travel enough, it happens. You're browsing flights, feeling savvy and then you see a price that defies logic. A one-way ticket costs more than a return. A longer route is somehow cheaper. The same flight costs far less if you start in another city. It's confusing until you understand one thing: Airline pricing is not logical. It's psychological.

I spend a lot of time in airports. Like, a lot of time. Last year alone, I took more than 100 flights and logged over 200,000 miles in the air, which means I've seen just about every airport mistake imaginable-usually unfolding in real time at security, the boarding gate, or mid-aisle as someone realizes their phone is at 3 percent.