Tag: flights
A World of Books
On my last flight I noticed almost everyone was plugged into a device with headphones to watch a movie, do work or email, read an e-book or listen to music. I was one of just a handful of people reading an actual printed book. My seatmate and I clashed over whether the window shade should be closed, enabling him to view his digital screen, or remain open so I could read a book by natural daylight. (I find it difficult to read with the little overhead spotlight.) The digital reader won since the natural light really prevented him from viewing his screen.
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Enhancing the Flight Experience
It is no surprise these days that airlines find more and more ways to cut costs in an effort to become as efficient as humanly possible.
No Cell Phones in Flight
I cannot imagine how annoying it would be if passengers were allowed to use cell phones in flight. According to a recent Nielsen survey commissioned by Turkish Airlines, the overwhelming majority of Americans agree.
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Flying WestJet
On my way back from Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, I hopped on my first WestJet flight for my connection in Vancouver (YVR). WestJet, a small, low-cost airline operating in Canada, was my fourth flight in a few days, so I had a few options for comparison.