One of my goals for this year is to fly more, and fly further. I’ve got Mauritius, Australia, New Zealand, and South Korea at the top of my list.

I know some people find airports to be stressful or a chore, but there’s something about just sitting in an airport cafe in the early hours of a sunny morning that gives this vibe I can’t really articulate. I just love it. I’m still like a little kid whenever the plane is taking off, and even in cruise I just can’t get over the fact that we’re travelling in a metal tube so high above the Earth at incredible speeds, and we could be on the other side of the world in less than a day! Getting a window seat is a must!

It makes me feel really proud to live in an era where it’s possible for us to fly to one continent to the next within hours…

  • PlanetOfOrd@lemmy.world
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    4 months ago

    I’ve only been flying as an adult once, during the pandemic when I could finally afford it (long story). But I loved everything about it, even what most people would consider an “inconvenience.” (didn’t have a seat-kicker, thankfully). I’m always seeking adventure and love new experiences, so I loved it!

    Unfortunately can’t afford it again. Don’t you love our upside-down economy?

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      4 months ago

      Oh seat-kickers are always so annoying LMAO

      Sounds like you had a great time! Where did you go?

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    4 months ago

    A friend had a goal of 50 states and 50 countries by her 50th birthday. She turned 51 with 50 states and 53 countries.

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    4 months ago

    I loved flying when I did it a couple years ago, but I doubt I’ll ever do it again. Almost a grand to visit the other side of the US… I wish I was rich, I’d take a vacation every year and I’d fly every time.

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    4 months ago

    What the hell?

    Just a reminder that we have to reduce emissions, not increase them