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[QUOTE="jameswberk, post: 88771, member: 5143"] I definitely find the West to East flight is much worse. In the other direction (depending on length of flight) you take off and land the same day and it is just a matter of staying awake 6 or so hours longer than normal, which I just think of as like going out late on the weekend. To get through the West to East it is vital to get as much continuous sleep on the plane as possible. I've taken this flight many, many times and I think it's just a matter of luck really. Sometimes I sleep loads, other times I get an hour's sleep tops. Sometimes a stiff drink, an ambien, and a window seat help, but there is no magic formula. Not in coach anyway. Additionally, more and more airlines allow you to pay for a bit more legroom for a fee. Or you can pick the exit row (which usually has more leg room) or request it at the airport on the day of, if you can't pick it ahead of time. However, I have to tell you this is not a magic bullet. I've had some horrible exit row flights as well. Those are things you can do with the flight to ensure as much rest as possible to wake up in the AM on European time. Once you land there are some additional things you can do to lessen the jetlag. One thing is to stay awake the whole day and get as much sun as possible. There seems to be some science in this, as the sun has an effect on your pineal gland which regulates your sleep patterns. The other half of that is to get to sleep after sunset at a time which you plan on keeping throughout your walk, probably around 10PM. I find it helps to have some beers/wine. You may have reservations about this if you plan on walking the next day, but a sensible dose of alcohol can certainly help with the insomnia that is a big driving factor in the jet lag. Besides, by the time you hit La Rioja, you will very possibly be making a glass or more of wine in the evening part of your daily Camino routine. :) In any case, your first day walking will undoubtedly be exhausting and will do a lot to help you on the way to a normal sleep pattern. After which, don't be afraid to take a nap. The Spanish have a siesta time for a reason. There will be nothing open anyway for a few hours in the afternoon because of it. Why not get some well deserved shut eye after a long days walk? Hope this helps. Ultreya! James [/QUOTE]
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