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This post 7 Ways to Survive a Travel Delay<\/a> appeared first on Daily Reckoning<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Delays when flying are nothing new. An hour or so isn\u2019t too bad. But some delays can be absolutely horrible \u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

For instance, this year a United Airlines flight traveling from Newark to Hong Kong made an emergency landing at Goose Bay Airport, Canada. Passengers sat onboard for more than 14 hours with a dwindling supply of food while temperatures outside plummeted to -20F.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fortunately, there are some things you can do to make such an experience a bit more tolerable. <\/span><\/p>\n

Always <\/i>prepare for the worst <\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

That means carrying the essentials with you in case you\u2019re on the plane or in the airport for a few extra hours.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Prescription meds<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

What would you do if you couldn\u2019t get to your insulin, blood pressure pills, or other meds you might immediately need? <\/span><\/p>\n

The TSA has rules on what you can keep with you. For example, <\/span>you must tell the officer that you have medically necessary liquids at the start of the screening checkpoint process.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can learn more about the TSA\u2019s rules on carrying your meds here<\/span><\/a><\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Snacks\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019ve ever had to buy food in an airport, you know it\u2019s expensive and often not the healthiest. Plus there could be a mile-long line with hundreds of hungry, impatient travelers willing to pay $15 for a greasy burger and another $7 for fries. <\/span><\/p>\n

Worse yet \u2026 the shops could be closed. <\/span><\/p>\n

A while back I was stuck overnight in Atlanta\u2019s Hartsfield-Jackson airport. About 11:00 pm everything shut down. I mean everything. It was just me and the guy riding the vacuum cleaner for as far as eye could see. And nothing opened until 6:00 the next morning. <\/span><\/p>\n

Sure glad I had a stash of raisins, walnuts, dark chocolate chips, cut-up apples, and granola bars with me. I suggest you do the same. <\/span><\/p>\n

3. Drinks can be pricey, too<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

A bottle of water \u2014 $4 or more. So bring an empty container with you and fill up at the water fountain. You\u2019ll save money and avoid the lines. <\/span><\/p>\n

4. Dress in layers<\/span> <\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

Planes and airports are notorious for being warm one minute and freezing the next. So dress in layers including a sweater or jacket. If it turns out you don\u2019t need the extra layer, turning it into a pillow could be blessing when trying to snooze in one of those uncomfortable airport chairs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Toothbrush and toothpaste<\/span> <\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n

Brushing your teeth can make you feel human again. Don\u2019t forget to buy travel size toothpaste, smaller than 3.4 oz. <\/span><\/p>\n

Otherwise it won\u2019t get through security.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Phone charger<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

You may have to contact friends or family if you experience an unexpected lengthy delay. And a smartphone with a dead battery isn\u2019t worth squat. <\/span><\/p>\n

7. A real book<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

Yes, I\u2019m talking about the old-fashioned paperback kind you don\u2019t need an electronic doodad to read. It\u2019ll relax your brain while giving your eyes a break from that handheld screen.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What Airports Offer<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

There might be a gym in or near the airport for you to work up a sweat while making the most of a long delay. <\/span><\/p>\n

Sites such as Airportgyms.com<\/span><\/a><\/strong>, list airport fitness centers across North America. For instance, at O\u2019Hare\u2019s Hilton Hotel you can buy a day pass at its fitness center for $20 and use their sauna, steam room, indoor pool, weight room, and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The airport\u2019s website could have listings, too. \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

An airport lounge could seem like an oasis in the desert when facing a long delay. And you don\u2019t have to be a member of a special club to use one. Many sell day passes for around $50. <\/span><\/p>\n

At first glance, that may seem expensive … <\/span><\/p>\n

But it\u2019s hard to put a price on free Wi-Fi, drinks, snacks, a secure place to nap, and a hostess who can help re-book flights and wake you with any updates. <\/span><\/p>\n

LoungePass.com<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/span>offers day passes to over 400 VIP lounges worldwide. Another source: SleepinginAirports.com<\/strong><\/span><\/a> lists lounges that sell day passes and the features each offers.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Your Rights<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

In the U.S., airlines are not required to compensate you for delays or cancellations. You can receive compensation if you are bumped because the flight was oversold.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Each airline has policies on what to do for delayed passengers. Still, it doesn\u2019t hurt to ask a ticket agent if they\u2019ll pay for meals or a hotel room. Doing so nicely may boost your chances. <\/span><\/p>\n

However, the U.S. Department of Transportation does have rules for when you\u2019re stranded and not allowed to get off the plane \u2014 a tarmac delay. <\/span><\/p>\n

They include that after a two-hour tarmac delay, airlines must provide:<\/span><\/p>\n