Tag Archives: flying

I NEVER TRAVEL WITHOUT…

My small pillow. You can’t buy one. They’re considered dangerous to infants. It’s a tiny pillow I took off a Philippine Airlines flight. With this soft little cushion, I can sleep anywhere. And have done so. In hotels when the … Continue reading

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IS AN OBESITY TAX UNFAIR?

There has been much debate following the announcement by Air France that it proposes to charge what really amounts to an obesity tax: the requirement that hefty air travellers buy an extra seat on the plane. But while I sympathise … Continue reading

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WHISPERING THROUGH THE SKIES

Missed my blogs? I’ve been flying. In fact I’m a member of the esteemed Guinness World Records club for having flown on the greatest number of different airlines (today’s figure is more like 80). Colourful memories include flying with falcons … Continue reading

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