Tag Archives: flying

I NEVER TRAVEL WITHOUT…

by Travels with My Hat Posted on March 31, 2010

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?

by Travels with My Hat Posted on January 24, 2010

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

by Travels with My Hat Posted on November 10, 2009

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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