Ready To Go!

Unfortunately, the travel day to Europe from the West Coast is a very long one. Tomorrow we will be arriving at the airport (Lindbergh Field) at 4:30 AM. Our travel day will not end until 12:30 PM, Munich time. That means we will be traveling for 24 hours! I'm tired just thinking about it. These long travel hours, combined with an eight-hour time differential can really mess with the body's internal clock. However, there are a few simple things travelers can do to help adjust. First, begin the adjustment to the destination time zone as soon as you can. As soon as you settle into your seat on the final flight (Atlanta to Munich) set your watch to Munich's local time. This will help your mind to make the adjustment. Try to get some sleep on this flight during the "evening hours." When you arrive at the destination, resist the urge to sleep or to take a nap. Take a quick shower to wash the airplane funk off and get out on the town. There's plenty to see and do. Don't go to bed until at least 10 or 11 PM. That shouldn't be difficult. It doesn't get dark in Europe until 9:30 or 10 during the summer months.

If you're traveling with me tomorrow, I will see you tomorrow at 4:30 AM. If you're following this blog, stay tuned. I will be posting regular updates on the group's progress and adventures. You may join this blog, or receive regular updates through Twitter (user name: wiflinger).

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