Jet Lag Plan: Los Angeles to Sydney
Recover from a 17‑hour shift with phased sleep‑delays, Bondi sunrise cues, evening light exposure, and hydration.
Step 1: Select Los Angeles Departure
Use the city picker to choose LAX (PST) as your origin for accurate time mapping.
Step 2: Select Sydney Arrival
Pick Sydney (AEST/AEDT) so the planner can map your 17‑hour eastward shift.
Step 3: Enter LAX Departure
Log your exact LAX departure time to anchor your first sleep adjustment.
Step 4: Enter SYD Arrival
Provide your SYD landing time so we can schedule Bondi sunrise cues.
Step 5: Add Your Bedtime
Tell us your normal sleep hours so we can plan **phased delays** toward later Sydney nights.
Step 6: Add Your Wake‑Up
Record your usual wake‑up to align daylight exposure with Australian mornings.
Step 7: Choose Start Option
Decide whether to begin **sleep delays** before departure or on arrival in Sydney.
Step 8: Download Your Plan
Export your printable PDF—complete with photogenic Bondi sunrise and light cues.
Advanced Route Features
- Sunrise Surf Sessions Align your wake times with Bondi Beach sunrise to harness natural morning light.
- Hydration Reminders Stay well‑hydrated before, during, and after your flight to combat travel fatigue.
- DST Adjustment Automatically factors PST→AEDT changes so your plan stays accurate year‑round.
Recovery Tips for Los Angeles → Sydney
Catch a Bondi Sunrise
Plan a 20‑minute morning walk on Bondi Beach to reinforce your new wake‑time rhythm.
Hydrate Pre‑Flight & Post‑Arrival
Drink plenty of water before and after flying to combat dehydration and travel fatigue.
Sync Meals to Aussie Time
Have brunch at 9 AM AEST—cafés open early in Sydney—to cue your metabolic clock.
Evening Light Exposure
Spend 30 minutes under bright evening light (e.g., a well-lit terrace) to help shift your sleep later each day.
FAQs
Do I need special supplements for this eastward shift?
No—this eastward, phase‑delay plan relies on timed light exposure and sleep adjustments, without supplements.
How do I handle AEDT vs AEST?
Our planner auto‑detects Australian daylight saving; just enter your travel date and we’ll adjust your schedule.
Can I begin adjustments mid‑flight?
Yes—select “start on departure” to start your sleep‑delay regimen as soon as you take off.
Pacific Routes & Long Hauls
How It Works
- Calculates your 17‑hour eastward time shift across PST→AEST/AEDT on your travel date.
- Schedules gradual, daily sleep‑delay increments to align with Sydney time.
- Integrates Bondi Beach sunrise walks and evening light‑dimming rituals for natural adaptation.
- Generates a downloadable PDF with step‑by‑step, photo‑inspired cues for easy offline use.
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