anat0l
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When I saw the thread title, I had to double take and read, because I thought it said Jetstar minimisation/avoidance strategies... then I had to read it again... no, I am not jetlagged (I wish I was - it means I would be travelling!) 
Although I'm not immune to jetlag and its effects, I have to admit that I don't often try many strategies that would minimise jetlag, including using medication like melatonin. If it were me, I'd nap before the departure in MEL, then sleep the MEL-HKG flight (probably would look at the menu and 80% chance I'd ask the crew to skip the first meal service and go for only a light breakfast before arrival in HKG). In HKG, I might eat a bit more for breakfast in the lounge. Once I board the HKG-LHR, I'd ask the crew if I can eat much later after having more sleep (perhaps another 4-8 hours). Maybe another small nap before the pre-landing meal.
If I had important commitments in London on the evening of arrival, I'd probably put in a bit more kip before landing so I'm quite rested once touching down in London. Probably make sure a good coffee or cup of tea on board before touching down in London.
Although I'm not immune to jetlag and its effects, I have to admit that I don't often try many strategies that would minimise jetlag, including using medication like melatonin. If it were me, I'd nap before the departure in MEL, then sleep the MEL-HKG flight (probably would look at the menu and 80% chance I'd ask the crew to skip the first meal service and go for only a light breakfast before arrival in HKG). In HKG, I might eat a bit more for breakfast in the lounge. Once I board the HKG-LHR, I'd ask the crew if I can eat much later after having more sleep (perhaps another 4-8 hours). Maybe another small nap before the pre-landing meal.
If I had important commitments in London on the evening of arrival, I'd probably put in a bit more kip before landing so I'm quite rested once touching down in London. Probably make sure a good coffee or cup of tea on board before touching down in London.
