airplane etiquette

Some people on planes just don’t get it. Others just have really, REALLY unrealistic expectations. Here are some of the craziest requests made by some of each of those types …

Travel-related things I’ve seen this week that made me smile, chortle or even laugh out loud. Such rude people… Our readers from NJ will totally understand… The difference between a …

I just don’t understand people. Especially people on planes. My husband told you the other day that we took a very spontaneous long weekend to Aruba. It took a bit …

If you’re a fan of the window seat, you’ve probably “been there.” You’re all settled and you’re on your way to your destination. You’re looking out the window here and …

Years ago, the Flight Detective wrote a post about wanting to keep the window shade open while on a flight, even though the flight attendant said to close it. And …

The typical, everyday translation of the “Golden Rule” is to treat people the way you’d like to be treated. Be nice. Don’t be a jerk. It’s not a very difficult …

It’s getting harder to remember, but there was a time when everyone on a plane was able to pick their seat when they made their reservation. FOR FREE! But around …

Generally speaking, there are a handful of different “teams” who fly on commercial planes: “Team checked bag” and “team carry-on” People seem to be very ensconced in whichever team they’re …

For those of us sitting in coach, unless you and your travel partners fill up the entire row, chances are you’re going to be sitting next to a total stranger. …

Ladies, this is mainly for you, but guys, this actually could potentially help you, too, if you have a manspreader next to you while on a plane. Manspreading. It’s been …