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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]What are your tips for coping on the longest flight on the planet? DFW to aukland, btw. Ugh. solo - no kids in tow! TIA[/quote]

Not the longest flight on the planet - I'm taking the longest flight (New York to Singapore) next month, and it's nearly 19 hours long. My brother-in-law sent me this sleep strategy today, courtesy of Chat:

For a JFK to SIN business class flight, a strategy of sleeping 4-5 hours, then staying awake for 6 hours before sleeping for another 8-9 hours is recommended to align with the Singapore time zone for the 5 a.m. arrival, minimizing grogginess and maximizing alertness upon landing. This approach, used by experienced travelers, contrasts with simply sleeping the entire first half of the flight and allows for both rest and a chance to be awake for a mid-flight meal service.

Why This Sleep Strategy Works

Aligning with Destination Time:
The flight arrives in Singapore around 5 a.m. local time. Sleeping too much early in the flight and then waking with little time left can make you feel even more tired and jet-lagged upon arrival.

Avoiding "Second Wind" Sleepiness:
By forcing yourself to stay awake for several hours after the first sleep period, you allow your body to naturally get tired again, leading to a more effective second sleep session.

Maximizing Refreshment:
This strategy ensures you are fully refreshed and alert for your arrival in Singapore, rather than feeling groggy.

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