As a flight attendant, I spend a large amount of time at the airport before or between flights and I get to see a lot of people stressed about the airport process. I know, for the first time flyer airports can be daunting and bewildering places. So, to help ease your nerves, I’m going to …
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Traveling is a beautiful and life-changing experience for anyone who wants to broaden their horizons and explore the world around them. However, traveling also requires a bit of planning and coordinating. From booking flights and hotels to navigating language barriers, and even finding travel companions, I will share with you my list of the top …
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The purpose of a cover letter is to give a sneak-peak into what your resume will contain. It truly is the first impression the employer will have of you. And it is also true that a poorly written cover letter can send your application straight to the recycle bin. This is where you introduce yourself …
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As many of you know, I have been working as an international flight attendant for the last 11 years and it’s a career I’m very passionate and enthusiastic about. That’s why I created this blog, to help prospective flight attendants and current cabin crew to get their dream job. Today I’m going to be talking …
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If the idea of stepping onto an airplane gives you a bit of anxiety, you are not alone. One in four people feel a little bit of fear when it comes to flying and some of them suffer a fear so severe that it is diagnosed as an anxiety disorder known as “aviophobia”. “Aviophobia” comes …
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Flying with your dog is not easy, for you or your pet. Naturally, we want to keep them close during our travels, which is why some people opt to travel with their dogs in the passenger cabin. Known within the industry as “cabin pets.” Unfortunately, flying with your dog is not as easy as showing …
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In October 2021, I packed up my dog Obi and moved to Germany from North Carolina. Because he is a large dog, he had to travel in cargo while I slummed it in Premium Economy. Sometimes it feels like I studied almost as much for this one flight as I did to earn my wings. …
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I get asked many questions about my life as a flight attendant, ranging from how tall do I have to be to what is a layover like or, what happens to my love life? Everybody wants to know more about how to become a flight attendant. Let’s face it, being a flight attendant does sound …
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Are you preparing your kid for a long plane ride? Is this your child’s first flight? Do you need some tips for keeping them calm and entertained? Don’t worry, your traveling days are not over once you have kids. I will give you my advice as a flight attendant to make it easier for you …
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I thought today I’d answer some questions passengers frequently ask me and that I’ve seen out there on the web recently. I hope you find this Q&A interesting. 1) How do you keep from getting a cold or the flu when you spend so much time in an airplane? It’s hard. When I first started …
1) Flight Attendants HATE sharing their pen with passengers (And sometimes other FAs) It’s because in their minds they never get their pen back. And a lot of the time they are right. In my case I’ll share my pen because I actively horde pens from hotels for the sole purpose of sharing. I’ll also …
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It’s no secret that I as a flight attendant have to be recertified with a new competency card every 12 months. Every country in the world requires flight attendants complete an annual training program. At my airline, requalification consists of three parts. (Please note; as always; the details of this article have been altered for …
I thought I’d try and write to you about an average day as a flight attendant. I write so often about specific events or when things go awry, I thought it be nice to outline how things usually happen. Today I’ll describe for you an average (fictional) turn around flight. My airline has a lot …
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I’ve written a bit about my experiences with the airline industry, and today I thought I’d see if I can give some tips for those who are like myself. By that I mean people wanting to start a career as a flight attendant. As such, here are my tips on preparing for a flight attendant …
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Welcome to “These Gold Wings” – a team of experienced flight attendants who are passionate about sharing our knowledge and insights with others. We offer a unique perspective on the aviation industry and provide helpful tips for travelers and aspiring flight attendants alike. Our love for travel and exploring new cultures shines through in our …
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