Travel Aids





Best Flight Socks for Christmas Travel

In 2017 it was estimated that up to 2.7 million people left the UK over the Christmas period, whether it be to visit relatives or go to spend Christmas abroad. Long journeys are damaging to your health and can rapidly increase your chances of developing blood clots and deep vein thrombosis (DVT). It's recommended that you prepare for your journey by wearing the appropriate items of clothing. This article presents our Best Flight Socks for Christmas Travel, allowing you to travel in peace this Christmas.


How Do Travel Pillows Work?

Those who suffer from fatigue, insomnia or a sensitive neck may dread stepping on a plane because of the problems associated with jet lag. There is a solution to this, and in the last few years scientists and companies have been developing all manner of cushions and pillows to assist the weary traveller. In this blog we ask How Do Travel Pillows Work, before suggesting our top picks for your long journey.


If you're in the midst of planning the vacation of your dreams, you know how important it is to think ahead and ensure everything will run smoothly and you'll be able to enjoy your time off without any distractions. To help you out with all the dreadful preparations, we've come up with a list of five items that can turn your journey from fine to spectacular.


If you've ever tried catching some sleep while travelling by car, train or aeroplane, you know it's virtually impossible to wake up refreshed and well-rested without a proper travel pillow. With so many interesting travel pillows out there, it couldn't be easier to find one that suits your needs, so we've come up with a list of some of the Best Travel Pillows you can find here on Health and Care to help you decide.


Long haul flights can be a pain in general, but if you're susceptible to deep vein thrombosis (DVT) this can make matters a lot worse. Every year, this condition affects around one in every 1,000 people in the UK and can be caused by going on flights that are over four hours in duration. Find out what you can do to prevent DVT before it begins by reading our blog.