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Celebrity Travel: Go Away With Melissa Francis

By Jae-Ha Kim, Tribune Media Services on

Q. What is the best way to entertain children on a long flight?

A. I will say that iPads have changed parents' lives for the better. Our big test was the trip (from New York) to Northern California this summer, but they both did fantastic. They managed to entertain themselves with the iPad and some snacks.

Q. Where would you like to go that you have never been to before?

A. That's a long list! I had wanted to get to Egypt to see the pyramids. I actually planned it prior to 9/11, but I never made it there and I'm not sure when I'll be able to get there. I haven't been to Turkey, which is so trendy right now. I'd love to get to Istanbul. I've never been to Budapest. I haven't been to China.

Q. Do you have trouble resting or sleeping when you travel?

A. I used to, so I used to travel with Tylenol PM for flights. But I don't have too many issues anymore. I was on a recent trip and had fallen asleep. When I woke up, I asked the flight attendant how much longer we had to go. She said we were almost there. I had passed out for 11 hours. She said she was getting worried about me!

 

Q. When you go away, what are some of your must-have items?

A. Earplugs, so I can sleep anywhere, whether I'm on a noisy flight or in a bad hotel room. If I have earplugs I can endure whatever's going on. I always bring a small camera -- nothing fancy and not too expensive -- so that I don't feel really bad if something happens to it. And my passport, even if I'm traveling domestically. You never know when there could be a fun opportunity to go abroad!

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Jae-Ha Kim is a New York Times bestselling author and travel writer. You can respond to this column by visiting her website at www.jaehakim.com. You may also follow "Go Away With..." on Twitter at @GoAwayWithJae where Jae-Ha Kim welcomes your questions and comments.


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