05/30/2021
If you travel a lot then you know that you have to do your research. Most importantly, you have to understand and familiarize yourself with the rules of travel whether from airlines, cruise lines, tour operators, hotels, car or house/condo rentals, or resorts. Every travel entity has their rules that we must follow if we want to use or cintinue to use these services.
Travelers, although we have certain passenger rights, we must also follow the established rules by the travel industry as a whole which are mostly designed to keep us all safe, or as safe as possible, and to keep situations orderly. Also, these rules create a mutual respect and an understanding of these terms and conditions.
Travelers who are not aware of these rules are the first to break them which puts all other passengers or travelers at risk. When I see or read reports about passengers behaving badly on airplanes, at resorts or while touring, I'm disappointed and surprised by the thoughtless actions of these less informed adults.
Yes, it is a Federal offense to disrupt a flight, fight with flight crews, refuse to take direction from flight crews or just become combative and unruly. Assulting anyone is offensive and you could be liable civilally and/or criminally depending on severity, but attacking flight attendents, flight crew, TSA, and gate attendents at airports will automatically get you arrested, charged with a felony, a heffy fine, and possible jail time depending on the nature of the offense. Consequences for not following the rules. This is why it pays to know the rules.
Nowadays, people seem to have an adversity to rules, regulations, and authority, especially in public settings. I just can't wrap my head around this unneccesary behavior. I mean, as kids, most of us were taught about rules and why they exist and why as good citizens we must follow them. We teach our children these same rules. As we grow and go out into the world we learn that there are many more rules.
So, I don't understand the problem or why people have a difficult time following the simplest of rules. Without a value system that includes respect, consideration, and kindness then we are back to the lawless wild wild west. I certainly don't want to go back to those times.
Those who think that certain rules effect their civil rights, really don't understand the constitution. Most rules have nothing to do with rights but with public safety. I want to feel moderately safe when I travel.
In my opinion, people who can't behave themselves while traveling probably shouldn't travel or should actually learn about the rules and etiquettes required to be a good and smart traveler. Having a meltdown on an airplane is the kind of tantrum I'd expect from a child not from an adult. Education is very important, so read about the rules so you will know what is expected of you and what happens to you if you violate those rules.
My advise as a travel advisor is if you travel for leisure or business, please leave your bad behavior and nasty attitudes at home. The rest of us are not interested in your drama. We don't like having our flights disrupted or delayed because you choose to be an idiot and a jackass. Show some maturity. Growup!
The rest of us on our journeys are only interested in getting to our specific destinations to experience fun, family, friends, rest, lots of relaxation, and good, not tainted, memories. Let's travel smart and safe!
