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Summary Lufthansa SAS PSA Turkish Airlines Braniff British Caledonian Airways Mohawk Airlines Air France Alitalia United Airlines Regular readers know I not only write about the aviation industry; I’m also a certifiable #avgeek. I have a Pinterest board that covers Vintage Flight Attendant Uniforms. Following my original post on #FlashbackFriday – Vintage Flight Attendant Uniforms,…
Summary Understanding Travel Stress: Use the Flight Stress Calculator How to Use the Tool: Inputs and Outputs Importance of Timing: Analyzing Stress Ratings Maximizing Your Travel Experience: Tips and Insights Understanding Travel Stress: Use the Flight Stress Calculator As the holiday travel season approaches, many are aware that it can be a time of increased…
Summary The Importance of Scanning for Bed Bugs Pro Tips for Check-In Natural Bed Bug Repellents Post-Trip Precautions Hot tip: Never put your bag on your bed. With stories of bed bugs crawling all over the news, a flight attendant, with trusted TikTok advice, is here to arm you with much-needed tips for traveling. “It…
Summary Inspiring Journey of Paul Veneto Paulie’s Push Initiative Community Support and Recognition Non-Profit Efforts for Flight Crew Families Inspiring Journey of Paul Veneto A retired flight attendant is on an inspiring journey to honor the flight crews who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Paulie’s Push Initiative Paul Veneto, who worked at United…
Summary Essential Skincare Products for Travelers Skin Gym Dry Body Brush Patchology Flashpatch Eye Gels Kiehl’s Rare Earth Face Mask Kiehl’s Lip Balm #1 Vacation Classic Lotion SPF 30 Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Moisturizer SPF 30 It’s no secret that traveling can take a toll on our skin. This prompted a quest for skincare products to…
Summary Bungee Cord Essentials Additional Travel Items Carabiner Utility Bungee Cord Essentials Looks like a bungee cord is the travel emergency tool we didn’t know we needed. In an Instagram reel shared by Cici in the Sky, an account run by a flight attendant who regularly shares her travel advice on social media, she explained…
Summary Allyah McIntyre’s Hotel Safety Routine Addressing Common Misconceptions Additional Safety Hacks Allyah McIntyre’s Viral Hotel Safety Routine 1. Allyah McIntyre’s Hotel Safety Routine If there’s one group of people we should all be taking travel advice from, it’s flight attendants, especially when it comes to personal safety. Just take flight attendant Allyah McIntyre as…
1. Introduction Learn six practical hotel hacks from a flight attendant that could enhance your travel experience. 2. Hotel Hack: The Shoe in the Safe A flight attendant’s clever advice for forgetful travelers is certainly worth noting. In a quick, 47-second clip shared on TikTok, Esther, a KLM crew member, shares “6 Hotel Hacks from…
Summary Parachute Fried Chicken Cup of Water for a Falcon Hotel Transfer Sushi Burritos Cat and Mice Space for a Snake Raw Fish to Be Cooked On Board A Chicken to Lay Fresh Eggs for Breakfast Noise Reduction There’s only so much a flight attendant can do for passengers. When it comes to air travel,…
1. Overview: Frequent travelers should avoid consuming certain foods and beverages while flying. Here are three key items to steer clear of during your next flight. 2. Tap Water: Avoid drinking tap water, including coffee and tea made with it due to potential contaminants. 3. Gas-inducing Foods: Foods that produce gas can lead to discomfort…
Summary New FAA Guidance on Flight Attendant Rest Periods Importance of Adequate Rest for Safety Flight Attendant Working Conditions Support from the Transportation Secretary New FAA Guidance on Flight Attendant Rest Periods The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has recently updated its guidelines to enhance the working conditions for flight attendants. As per the new regulations,…
Summary Introduction Common Issues Faced by Flight Attendants Passenger Behavior Complaints Conclusion Flight Attendant Pet Peeves: A Guide for Passengers Introduction In U.S. airspace alone, there are more than 45,000 flights and nearly 3 million passengers in the air each day, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). With such a high volume of travelers,…
Summary Flight attendants share their biggest pet peeves about passenger behavior. Understanding the role of flight attendants enhances travel experience. Simple respect goes a long way in improving in-flight interactions. We asked flight attendants about the most annoying things passengers do on planes — here’s what they said. As any frequent traveler will tell you,…
The orange light is coming from the bathroom. Photo: Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images Managing hundreds of passengers on a plane is no easy task. However, it is the flight attendant’s responsibility to make it look effortless. They must be thoroughly knowledgeable about safety aboard the aircraft and are often required to have information about each passenger…
Expert Tips for Airplane Bathrooms Plus, she has an expert trick for masking any odors. Fact checked by Elizabeth MacLennan When nature calls, there are few worse places to be than 30,000 feet in the sky. However, for passengers on a long-haul flight, it’s impossible to avoid the airplane bathroom. Mastering the Airplane Bathroom Experience…
Discover the Quirky Offerings of SkyMall SkyMall, a retail catalog available on most U.S. domestic flights, is renowned for its eclectic retail offerings. However, it has recently faced challenges as its parent company, Xhibit Corp, filed for bankruptcy this week. Consequently, there is uncertainty regarding the future availability of this beloved catalog in airplane cabins….
When Jerilyn Met Bob: A Love Story When Jerilyn met Bob: Jerilyn Young was a flight attendant for United Airlines when she met Bob Pelikan in 1964. Here they are pictured on their first date. “I was just over the moon, immediately,” says Jerilyn. About Jerilyn and Bob Pelikan Jerilyn and Bob Pelikan’s story is…
Travel 50 year love story: Here’s the couple on a trip to China. Ian passed away in 2021, but Ilona says she still gets “butterflies in my stomach” when she thinks of him. “My husband always said, ‘People really love a good love story,’” says Ilona. “We were lucky to have a beautiful love affair.”…
Sheila Nutt: A Pioneer in Aviation History Starting a Journey Starting a journey: In the summer of 1969, 20-year-old Sheila Nutt was selected to be one of the first Black flight attendants on Pan American World Airways. Nutt was a former Miss Philadelphia pageant runner-up, who heard the airlines were hiring while competing in the…
The Legendary Career of Tiger Woods Tiger Woods is a name synonymous with excellence in golf. He has transformed the sport and inspired millions around the globe with his extraordinary ability and relentless determination. Moreover, his story is a captivating tale of resilience, triumph, and passion. Early Life and Beginnings Born on December 30, 1975,…