Flight Faux Pas!

4 Things NOT To Do When In Flight

Dear Moms,

Recently, I was given this opportunity to become a blogger for egl and I was thrilled! I was even more so thrilled to see that I was given the Lifesytle/Travel category. So, needless to say I was even more thrilled to bust out some of that carry on luggage and hit the road! Well, the skies as it were.

On my last excursion I can only assume it was a flight on it's way to or from an "Obnoxious Convention;" due to the behavior of those on board. I actually managed to take it in stride, with poise and politeness. That vodka didn't hurt either. The passengers of what I have now dubbed, #OBCon ran the gambit of my worst in flight pet peeves. I now feel it is my duty to help prevent you from being "that guy" on your next flight; because if you are on MY flight I cannot necessarily guarantee my politeness!

The flight had not even BEGUN before the rudeness ensued. I say this to say: DO NOT rush the gate before you are being boarded! Just stop that! How is it YOUR turn if you are group FIVE and they are only boarding group THREE?! Don't line up at the gate before your time, you only confuse other travelers and take up space.

Now, I'm on the plane and I get hit with a double whammy: the "I wanna recline into your lap" guy is also, "boy are my feet hot and stinky let me take off my shoes" man! Okay look, if your flight is full- DO NOT try to recline to a full on LIE OUT! The person behind you does not want to hold your head in their lap while you are either drooling, snoring, or playing Angry Birds! Also, wear appropriate footwear for travel! Something that allows for circulation of air is best, especially if you are on a long flight or if you intend to remove your shoes!

In the same vein as foot odor, if you bring your own snacks- DON'T pack tuna sandwiches or anything else that can, and probably will assault the other passenger's sense of smell. Yes, perfumes and colognes count as a form of weaponry in the war on smells!

I also understand, that traveling with your children is often inevitable. However, if "little Bobby" is running up and down the aisle and bumping me with his inflatable guitar every five minutes...or you and your party are conversing with one another so loudly the PILOT can hear you... Or maybe, you want to join the Mile High Club...listen, ALL of these things can be okay- IF you are not on a "booked to capacity, like Tamar Braxton" flight!

Travel if not for business should be enjoyed, relished even; but when your enjoyment is then cause for other's discomfort, there is a problem. Simply be mindful of those around you. They paid good money for the same enjoyment as you. Stay classy and be respectful to your fellow passengers.

Safe Travels!
Until Next Time!!