Here are five tips that will make your trip a lot better

Here are some of Whitmore’s suggestions:

Improve the food you have on board. Whitmore said, “Don’t bring anything with a strong or unpleasant smell.” “There’s nothing worse than having to smell someone’s greasy fish tacos.”

Keep to your own side. If you want to switch seats, don’t expect to move up.

Don’t go too far. Whitmore said that flying is not like a contact sport.

“Don’t move your arms and legs.” The seats may be getting smaller by the day, but that doesn’t mean you can move into someone else’s space or put your head on someone else’s shoulder unless you really know that person well,” she said.

Check in on your kids. On planes, kids can act up and be loud, but it’s up to Mom and Dad to keep Junior in line.

Whitmore said, “There’s nothing cute or funny about getting the back of your seat kicked, having your hair pulled, or seeing someone else’s kids run up and down the aisle like wild banshees.”

She also said that older members of the family should “bring a lot of games, toys, and snacks to keep your child busy.” “Babies who cry are an exception because they might have sore ears. Crying helps relieve some of the stress. But a bottle of milk, water, juice, or Benadryl does the same thing.”

Respect the people on the plane. Airline workers have enough to do without having to deal with selfish passengers.

“Their job is hard enough, and they don’t make enough money to put up with your BS,” Whitmore said. “They’re there to keep you safe, not to do your bidding. Also, if you are nice and helpful, you might get an upgrade or an extra alcoholic drink.”