A TUI flight attendant revealed the one common drink you should AVOID before take off. The cabin crew member shared her useful travel tip for holidaymakers to ensure a smooth start to their trip. Early morning flights at the crack of dawn may call for a caffeine boost, but passengers may want to think twice.
TUI flight attendant Miva shared her helpful advice on TikTok , via her platform @mrsmiva. She explained how consuming coffee before or during a flight can exacerbate travellers' fear of flying. As a stimulant, it speeds up the production and release of adrenaline, which can increase anxiety .
It can also interfere with flyers' sleep schedules, which may wreak havoc on a night flight and make them groggy after landing. Miva urged passengers to "avoid coffee before and during the flight". She said: "Caffeine can intensify tension.
"It also prevents you from sleeping." While tea still contains caffeine, it may be a better beverage option - unlike energy drinks which should be avoided. Miva also advised passengers with a fear of flying to alert staff members onboard.
She said: “Let us know that you are afraid. "We’ll check on you during the flight. Ask questions that trigger uncertainty in you, we will answer them for you.
” This comes as another flight attendant revealed the reason why passengers should never wear short sleeves on a plane. American Airlines crew member Andrea Fischbach issued an important warning to holidaymakers - that could protect them from serious .
