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Flying is stressful, especially if you're on a long-haul trip. Here's how to plan ahead, prepare yourself and stay refreshed

- SEEMA GOSWAMI

Last week I notched up another first. I took a long haul flight that did not serve alcohol on board. Did I hear you ask: what is the big deal? After all, we take domestic flights all the time that are alcohol free. But this was significant for me because my ritual on all overnight international flights is to get on board, have a couple of glasses of Champagne and a sedative (yes, I am a nervous flier) and knock myself out for several hours.