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02/11/2022

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22/06/2022

Traveling this Summer?

Notes from a flight attendant:

Flying this summer is ROUGH!!! I feel like as a Flight Attendant I should attempt to share some tips to get you through airline travel for the foreseeable future. ✈️✈️

1. Things are not good..... if its less than 7 hours - DRIVE! I'm not kidding. There is nothing enjoyable about flying right now. On any airline. If you must fly, keep reading. 🚗

2. Download and use the app of the airline you are flying. You can do everything on it - get your boarding pass, track your bags, see your incoming plane, and change a flight. It sure beats waiting in the long line to talk to an agent! Trust me - Usually these apps will tell you a flight is cancelled before the crew even knows! 📲

3. Fly MUCH earlier than you need to - a whole day early if its important!! This week I saw many people miss important things like weddings, funerals, cruises, international connections, and graduations. The tears were very real, for very real reasons, and there was nothing I could do! If you have to be somewhere, spend the extra money, go a day early. Have a glass of wine and stay in a hotel, enjoy your night not being stressed while everyone else misses their events. 🍷

4. ALWAYS fly the first flight in the morning so you have all day to be rebooked if the s**t hits the fan. Yes, that means it might be a 3:00 alarm, but morning flights don't cancel nearly as often.⏰

5. This is not unique to this year, but keep in mind summer is thunderstorm season. A single storm can shut down a whole airport. We can't fly through them. Storms usually build as the day gets later. Book early flights! ⛈

6. Schedule long layovers - Your 1 hour layover is NOT enough anymore. 30 minutes, not a chance. 3 hours minimum. 🏃‍♀️🏃🏃‍♂️

7. What you see on the news is an understatement. We are short staffed and overworked. Not just pilots and flight attendants, but also ground crews. Without ground crews there is no one to park the planes, drive jetways, get your bags on/off planes, or scan boarding passes. This causes many delays that snowball throughout the day. Sometimes HOURS.(Another reason morning flights are best!) 👀

8. When flight crews get delayed we time out. We can NOT fly longer than 16 hours. Its illegal. So it doesn't matter if you have a wedding to get to, when we are done we are done. The way things are now, there are no back up crews, so when this happens your flight cancels. (Now you are starting to see why those morning flights are best!) 😴

9. Avoid connecting in Newark (Or any New York airport for that matter). It is literal hell. You have a 50/50 chance your flight will cancel or missing your connection. They have been cancelling flights at their starting points just to keep the planes out, because there just aren't enough people to manage the planes, so the gates stay full. Also the restaurants are expensive, it is not a great place to be stuck. 💩

10. Be nice. As stated above, we are overworked and tired. We will not help you if you are mean. No one cares that you are going to miss your cruise if you are an as***le. So even if we can help, we will save our help for someone nice. Tensions are high. Our patience is gone. If you make us mad - you will not be flying on our planes. We will leave you behind without a second thought, and laugh about you later. 🥰

11. Being drunk on an airplane is a federal offense, so don't overdo it. If you drink too much at the bar waiting for your delayed flight you risk not being allowed to fly at all. We are too tired to deal with your drunk ass when we have legitimate issues to deal with. 🍻

12. Get trip insurance if you have a lot of money invested. I hate the whole idea of this, but I also hate the idea of losing money. Example: I was working a flight yesterday that waited over an hour for a gate. A family of 8 missed their flight to Rome. The only flight of the day. They were going to a cruise which they would now miss. They were all crying, there was nothing I could do. (Also a reason to fly a day early!) 🛳

13. Flights are FULL. If you buy the cheap seats you will not be able to sit with your family. It says so when you purchase your ticket!! Flight Attendants aren't there to rearrange the whole plane just so you can sit with your family because you tried to save $100 on a third party website. 💸

14. Speaking of third party websites and saving money..... Like I said flights are FULL. If a flight is oversold, and no one volunteers to give up their seats, who do you think is the first to be bumped? You guessed it, the family that saved a few $$ by using sites like Expedia, Kayak, Hotwire etc. 🤷‍♀️

15. Pack smart. Don't be "That guy" Don't hold up boarding because you have your extenders open till they are busting and you can't figure out how to make it fit in the overhead. (Passengers are stressed too, they can be aggressive when boarding a delayed flight) 🛍

16. Take showers, brush your teeth, leave the perfume off, don't eat stinky food (caesar salad and tuna fish I'm talking to you!), and bring headphones. Trust me. These things sound basic, but add to stress on crowded planes. If you are stuck on the tarmac for 3 hours after a 4 hour flight, you will thank me for this. 💜

17. Bring a sweater if you tend to be cold. So tired of half naked girls asking me to turn the heat up. NO. Wear clothes!! Side note: If you dress like this and ask for heat, there's a chance I will turn the AC up. 🥶

18. Thats not water on the bathroom floor. For the love of God wear shoes to the bathroom!!! 🤮

19. Don't tell a Flight Attendant they look tired. We are and we know. You may cause us to ugly cry right there in galley. 😭

Happy Travels!

Additional note: pack as light as you can; carry-on, if possible. Take an extra battery for your phone as well as snacks and a water bottle that can be refilled.

14/06/2022

For those of you who would like to travel Internationally, but have been in fear of getting stuck there, fear no more!!🥳🥳🥳

If you're ready to plan your International trip, visit me at [email protected] or [email protected]

The Biden administration is expected to announce Friday that the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will lift its requirement for travelers to test negative for Covid-19 before entering the US, according to a senior administration official and a US Centers For Disease Control and Preventi...

06/12/2021

https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/news/2021/12/03/new-requirements-us-international/8853407002/

The U.S. new testing requirements for international air travel go into effect Monday. From masks to testing time frames here's what you need to know.

03/12/2020

Is it time for you to travel yet? Take the quiz below and find out.

Take the quiz and find out how COVID-19 has changed your travel style

24/11/2020

Happy Thanksgiving! Love to you all.🦃🥂🍾🍗❤

24/11/2020

Black Friday Deal
New Property - Live Aqua Beach Resort - Adults Only in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic opening February 2021.

Live Aqua is an excellent option for a romantic getaway in the winter. Start your stay with a a beach yoga session, enjoy the zen spa and then tee off at one of the championship golf courses that surround the resort. Enjoy:

Zen Gardens
Relaxation Zones
All-Inclusive
Adults Only
Oceanview, Garden View and Pool View rooms and some suites include a private swim out.
4 Restaurants and 2 Bars
Travel with confidence with safety and hygiene protocols .

Booking Window: Now through April 30, 2021
Travel Window: February 1, 2021 - April 30, 2021

3 Nights (Arrive Thursday, check out Sunday)
Includes round trip airfare from Chicago, O'Hare
Hotel Stay and Round trip airport/hotel transfers
Upgraded Superior Swim Out Room

Price for two adults: $1558

Call 224-227-0360 or email me at [email protected]

24/06/2020

Travel is open!
This week has been EXCITING! I've been booking business again and seeing countries open! YES! Some for 2020 and much for 2021! There are so many sales and deals, It has just been so exciting. Let us know if you are looking for a trip as we are ready to help! 224-227-0360.

28/05/2020

As a Travel advisor I have always been able to really cater to what people want in a vacation. I constantly deal with the travelers’ preferences, and now there are going to be new widespread preferences, like avoiding crowds. You are probably wondering ‘how can I visit the places I want to go, but still remain safe?’ and I think that’s going to be hard for most travelers to do on their own. So getting someone who’s an expert in certain areas will make a huge difference, not only in helping you have a great experience, but also giving you peace of mind having someone with knowledge and expertise working for you.
Email at [email protected] or call at 224-227-0360

11/04/2020

Stay well and safe. Happy Easter.🐣🐰🧡

06/04/2020

Today is a great day to plan your next getaway✈

☎️(224)227-0360 💻[email protected]

30/03/2020

24/03/2020

Why you need to book with a Travel Agent. Personal Care.

While airlines and online travel agencies are telling customers don’t call us, we can’t handle the volume of calls, and in some cases disconnecting callers after hours on hold, consumers who use traditional travel agents are not only getting advice.

16/03/2020

Happy Sunday everyone! The last 10 days have been hard on so many of us! As you might know, the Travel Industry has been hit really hard. BUT we will come back!

This is our full time job. 26 years in the business and we pride ourselves on our commitment to our clients! If I can ask, please when you are looking at future travel, use a travel agent! We would love your business, but if not, use one you know! We have spent 5-6 hours per call for our clients this week. Taking care of them and making things right. I sure hope you haven't had to call Expedia or Costco or the cruise lines directly. We are here for you!

We have lots of amazing deals right now for the fall until 2022! RISK free and as always, we promise to be the best price, the best service, and want to build a lifelong travel relationship with you!

Reach out! We have an amazing team of agents that have different expertise in different areas! Cruise, Disney, Europe, Asia.. They will all be open and safe again, and let us get you there!

I so appreciate the calls, the kind words and the way my clients have been patient and stuck by us! We are not the ONLY people struggling this week and we will do our best to support local too! that's how we do it America!


Kim with Susan's Travel Services

17/02/2020

Cheers!

Tomorrow is .🍇🍷

I want to know, are you a lover of red or white? Let me know in the comments!

Enjoy!🍇🍷

12/02/2020

I am looking for my very first couple to say their “I do’s” with these brand new Wedding Collections at the all-Inclusive, amenities with NO LIMITS, Hard Rock Resorts?!? Brand spanking new collections! ♥️ Also check out the Valentine's Day Special!!!! Kids and Teens stay free!!

28/01/2020

🎉🎉National Plan for Vacation Day🎉🎉

❤❤❤Happy National Plan for Vacation Day. You know what to do! Give me a call or shoot me an email to start planning your 2020 adventures.❤❤❤

23/01/2020

RED HOT WINTER SALE
Sandals biggest Winter Sale ever has red hot offers you won't want to miss!

Book during our Red Hot Winter Sale and get up to $750 Instant Savings, a 30-Minute Couples Massage, and a Catamaran Cruise for two.

Plus, enjoy current resort promotions, including up to $1,000 Instant Booking Credit, up to 65% off rack rates, 1 FREE Night in select room categories, and more.

Let's get you there!

23/01/2020

More on Almalfi Coast. Let's get you there.

Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | In this program, we explore Sorrento's back streets, taste traditional Italian food, drive along the dramatic Amalfi Coast...

23/01/2020

It's time to explore somewhere different from the rest of the crowd.

Leave the large crowds in Rome and Venice behind for the breathtaking towns on Italy’s Amalfi Coast. Sorrento and Positano are just two coastal towns with amazing beaches, great food and so much to do.

Let's customize your visit to Italy.

23/01/2020

Are you looking for that fun exciting trip with things for mom and dad, AND thing for kids? How about if the kids were FREE? HELLO YES!

Let's get you to the Now Natura Riviera Cancun Mexico! Opening this month, this resort has it all!

And right now, kids 12 and under are FREE!

The countdown to your next vacation is on! Book your spring or summer travel and receive up to 2 kids free per room per paying adult when traveling between April 13, 2020 to August 15, 2020

Let's get you here!
[email protected] or 224-227-0360

12/01/2020

Tuesday is National Shop For Travel Day. Let's do shopping together! Give me a call or email me and we'll get to work planning your next great escape!

31/12/2019

It's a new year, it's a new chapter. Start your new story and make this your year to travel! Let's get you somewhere from your bucket list! 🎉🥂🥳🌎🛳✈⛵

02/12/2019

The 13 Black Friday and Cyber Monday Wedding Deals Brides Should Shop

From wedding dresses to rings, these are the best wedding deals for brides

Cyber Monday wedding deals brides need to know about:

For Wedding Stationary:

Artifact Uprising This Colorado-based stationer offers wedding invitations, holiday cards, gorgeous photo books (to fill with all your engagement and wedding photos, naturally), and tons more. Today, get 25% off EVERYTHING.

: Score 25% off everything plus free shipping. Use Code CM2019

Wedding Dresses and Bridesmaid Dresses

Found your dream dress but your budget is holding you back from shelling out the cash?

Floravere (who never offers discounts) is offering 20% off from wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses to accessories. Plus, 50% OFF SAMPLE GOWNS.

: Head to BHLDN for 50% off already marked down dresses + Free Shipping.

: Brides-to-be and their bridesmaids will score a 25% discount on By Watters, Wtoo Bridesmaids and Wtoo wedding guest looks.

David's-Bridal: Everyone's favorite one-stop wedding shop is offering 50% off all clearance wedding dresses and bridesmaid dresses.

This is not a drill, Reformation is giving shoppers 30% off everything. Tell your bridesmaids, wedding guests, and don't forget to get something for yourself.

: Your bridesmaids will thank you for this one. Birdy Grey is offering 50% off selected bridesmaid dresses + free shipping.

: Head to a Pronovias store near you in New York, Miami, Houston, Boston, or Austin for 40% off the Party Edit collection from Friday until Monday.

Rings and Jewelry
Stephanie Gottlieb is one of the favorite source of ring inspo on Instagram is discounting the whole site by 20%

Ring Concierge is offering 25% off with code FANCY25 for wedding rings and bands

: Score 35% off everything site wide. You can check off bridesmaid gifts with this sale too,

05/11/2019

Hey, hard to believe but Christmas sales have STARTED and Sandals has a GOOD ONE! If you are looking for that honeymoon, anniversary trip or maybe celebrating a big birthday ( I am going to sandals for my 50th in FEB!) this is the time to book!

Get $250 FREE spa credit by just putting down $90 today! YES! And it's fully refundable till final payment (45 days before) * Air not included!

Jamaica is an amazing island with many resorts to choose from! I love Montego Bay (their flagship resort) as it's totally redone, 5 min from the airport and next to the Royal Caribbean resort by shuttle for 5 min and you can go between !

Free quotes! Let's get you there!

[email protected]
224-227-0360

12/09/2019

The Bahamas Wants Travelers to Know It’s Open for Business
There are 14 other islands that are ready to welcome tourists.

Some of the most popular resorts on the 700-island chain — like Atlantis, Paradise Island and Baha Mar (which includes Grand Hyatt, SLS and Rosewood properties) — were unscathed. All-inclusive hotels Warwick Paradise Island and Sandals Royal Bahamian, and boutique hotels in the Out Islands like Cat Island and Bimini, were also unaffected.

29/08/2019

29/08/2019

New Family Journeys Tours from National Geographic and G Adventures now on sale for departures that start in March 2020. 13 days, 12 different countries on 5 continents catering these trips to adults and children.
Activities are all designed around four Nat Geo themes—photography and storytelling, history and culture, wildlife and conservation, and exploration—with family offerings that include wildlife spotting in Alaska’s national parks, pasta making and gladiator school in Italy, sumo wrestling lessons and samurai swordplay in Japan, and more.
https://youtu.be/0Oz3xhZvnOU
Consider:
9 Day Alaska Family Journey: Wilderness Express
9 Day Costa Rica Family Journey
8 Day Iceland Family Journey - Geysers, Glaciers and Fjords
8 Day Italy Family Journey - Venice to Rome
Looking for a family bonding experience, call me at 224-227-0360 or [email protected]

National Geographic Family Journeys with G Adventures is a new line of trips for adventure-loving families in search of a meaningful way to discover the worl...