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<\/p>\nMost of us know whether we prefer an aisle or a window when flying, but often leave our seat up to chance to avoid paying additional fees. However, while it\u2019s easy enough to cope with a less than perfect position one flight attendant claims there\u2019s a seat you should always avoid if you want to get some sleep on the plane.<\/p>\n
Former flight attendant Jane Hawkes shared her top tips to beat jet lag with the Express and explained why she thinks there\u2019s one spot that\u2019s the worst place to sit on the plane. Being made to sit in it could prevent you from sleeping leading to a rubbish first few days of your holiday. <\/p>\n
If you are able to select your seat for free \u2013 or you\u2019re willing to shell out a few extra quid \u2013 she recommends avoiding the annoying seats which are plagued with extra noise. Apparently, the further back you sit the less sleep you\u2019re likely to get.<\/p>\n
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Jane said: "The rear of the plane can be a lot noisier as can any seats around the galley areas." So if you want a quiet seat you should opt for one closer to the front of the plane and away from the galley \u2013 that\u2019 the bit the crew serve food and drink from.<\/p>\n
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The flight attendant added: "Eat light, wear comfortable clothing, take ear plugs and choose your seat carefully on board if you are able to select one."<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re looking to avoid excess noise \u2013 as well as nasty smells \u2013 we\u2019d also recommend sitting away from the lavatories. Queues can form in the aisle and around the doors as people wait to use the facilities and their movement or chatting may disturb you when you\u2019re trying to sleep.<\/p>\n
Plus, the sound of the flush and the smell of the loo when the door bashes open could also keep you awake. However, one travel insider actually advises the exact opposite of Jane due to his hatred of people kicking him in the back of his seat while he flies.<\/p>\n
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John Burfitt says he always chooses the 'worst' seat on a plane when he travels \u2013 the window seat at the back by the toilets. After once spending an entire flight being kicked in the back by a passenger, John vowed never repeat the experience.<\/p>\n
"In that instant, I decided the back row would be the only place I would sit on a long flight from now on," he wrote. "Sure enough, on my next flight, I booked into the back row of the cabin and, even better, my seat was the one right next to the window. As I nestled into that corner, I discovered what true airline love is about. I had just found the best seat on the plane."<\/p>\n