When travelling at any time, make sure that you have:
- Food in the form of a 'snack' bar or filled chocolate bar (no brand names!)
- Water as permissible. If airside, then get at least 250ml or 500ml
- Have your mobile/cell battery as fully charged as possible
- Plenty of cash because you will need it
- Reading material in a small and easy format
- Portable music if you wish
I recall being badly delayed in November (checks diary) 1997 when one runway at LHR was closed due to a problem with an incoming being unable to clear (VS 340 with partly failed gear, I think it was) and we were on board waiting departure for several hours. Because of the situation, they could not open the bars/food. After a day at the office (it was now 22:00) I was OK as having my own supply.
Secondly, when caught in the NYC power failure of August 2003. Whether by car or train etc., take food and water. The only problem is those around you start begging for a sip/bite/use of your mobile.
