This Clever TikTok Travel Hack Can Help You Sleep More Comfortably On An Airplane

Frequent travelers know that getting sleep on a long flight is both a necessary and agonizing task to complete. You've tried all of the common tricks for sleeping on planes, but sometimes it just won't work. You sit awake for the entirety of the flight, giving an envious glare to the person across the aisle who's dozing away. If you're lucky enough to get a window seat, you can maybe put your head against the uncomfortable plane wall with hopes of getting a couple of winks of sleep in. But without any neck support in the middle or aisle seat, you end up falling asleep either on your poor neighbor's shoulder or with your head tilted back at a 90-degree angle, resulting in an awkward and painful wake-up. Even with a flimsy neck pillow from the airport, your head still lolls around, leaving you with strains that won't go away for days. However, you may be carrying the perfect neck support tool with you without even realizing it.

As shown in this TikTok created by @chloeisag, an adjustable fanny pack can be used to support your head and neck on planes to allow you to sleep soundly. She demonstrates how the hack works by adjusting the strap to a comfortable size, wrapping it around the headrest, and then simply resting her forehead on the bag. Who knew this trendy accessory had more uses than just holding your belongings?

This simple tip makes sleeping on a plane easy, all while making the most out of the things you own. While this hack will certainly draw some stares, there are several perks that outweigh the odd looks you may receive from your fellow passengers. After all, what they don't realize is that you will arrive at your destination feeling like you just slept through the night. First of all, you can purchase a headrest strap for travel, but it may cost you upwards of $30. If you already own a fanny pack, you can skip dropping the extra cash on an item you'd only use sometimes, and instead use something you already own. If you don't already own one, there are several reasons why investing in a fanny pack before your next trip is a must, this hack included.

Using a fanny pack as a head strap also comes with a built-in sleep mask. Since you are meant to rest your head on the bag portion, it ends up covering most of your face and eyes, while you are still able to breathe through your mouth and nose. You can also sleep on the side of your face, allowing for adjustments to be made if you get tired of sleeping face-forward. Then, when your flight is over, your headrest transforms back into your favorite accessible bag.