Smiling service, snacks, and a great movie selection: these small things make hours spent on a plane just a little more bearable. But the experience can vary wildly depending on which carrier you pick.
Smiles Away From Home: Acts of Kindness That Saved the Trip
21.06.2024 - 09:43 / nytimes.com
Because of a rental car mishap, it was well after dark by the time Catherine Dupree and her father arrived in Canakkale, a city in northwestern Turkey, during a vacation in 2006. As they drove around the city, trying in vain to navigate to their hotel (this was well before the days of reliable mapping apps, like Waze), Ms. Dupree’s father spotted a man walking his dog and asked him for help.
“He somehow communicated to us that he had to bring the dog home and then could show us the way,” said Ms. Dupree, now 51 and living in Los Angeles.
The man did, indeed, gesture for them to follow him to his home where, the dog secured, he got into his own car and led the pair for miles, winding through the city’s streets, until he jubilantly pointed out his window to their hotel and then disappeared into the night.
“Our bafflement turned to incredulity turned to gratitude,” Ms. Dupree said of the experience. “My dad passed away in 2020, and he always wished he could have thanked this man for his help.”
As we dive into summer travel, it can be easy to get caught up in the frustrations that often accompany what promises to be another hot, crowded, potentially turbulent season. And yes, there will be flight delays, packed attractions and inevitable inconveniences. But it’s also an opportunity to consider what’s possible when you’re out exploring the world: the kindness of strangers.
Late last year, we asked you to share the memorable acts of kindness that you have experienced while traveling. Your stories are reminders that sometimes, the most memorable and joyful parts of travel can arise from challenging moments.
The website maxtravelz.com is an aggregator of news from open sources. The source is indicated at the beginning and at the end of the announcement. You can send a complaint on the news if you find it unreliable.
Top Autors
Popular Topics
cntraveler.com
28.06.2024 / 11:29
The 10 Best Airports for Food, From Istanbul to Atlanta
This article is part of our airport food survival guide, which includes tips and tricks—even a hot take or two—that challenge the notion that airport meals are always dull, overpriced, and tasteless.
insider.com
27.06.2024 / 18:49
I'm a Californian who visited Jacksonville Beach for the first time. I preferred the Florida spot over Santa Monica for a laid-back vacation.
I've lived in Los Angeles for five years, so I'm about 30 minutes inland from Santa Monica. It's a beautiful, classic Southern California destination with a beach, a pier, and an abundance of classy shopping and dining spots.
euronews.com
27.06.2024 / 01:25
Euro 2024: The road to the Berlin final, which teams are playing and when
Euro 2024 finally enters the final phase with the round of 16 table all set for another exciting three weeks of football.
euronews.com
27.06.2024 / 01:25
'The loss is noticeable': Georgia's summer season hit by lack of Israeli tourists
Georgia's summer season has begun but a significant share of visitors are missing: Israelis.
thepointsguy.com
26.06.2024 / 18:15
A day trip to Maine: The fun way we found to use the elusive Delta companion certificate
It was the start of summer, and while I had gotten back to some of my old travel patterns, something quintessentially summer was still missing ... and I couldn't shake it. It was a lobster roll.
travelandleisure.com
26.06.2024 / 17:05
United Airlines Is Adding Cold Brew Coffee to Its Menu for the First Time
Cold brew coffee lovers can now enjoy their favorite beverage in the friendly skies. United Airlines will soon add the popular beverage to their in-flight menu. The cold brew, made by the Italian, family-owned coffee manufacturer illy, is brewed for 12 hours before being sealed and sent for distribution to passengers. The official launch of the beverage on board is July 1. However. travelers flying between New York / Newark (EWR) to Los Angeles (LAX) or San Francisco (SFO) will be able to enjoy a preview of the brew on red-eye flights between now and July 3. “We know fliers enjoy a pick-me-up during travel, and illy’s canned cold brew is the perfect beverage option for coffee lovers looking to stay energized and focused during their trip," United's Managing Director of Hospitality Programs Aaron McMillan shared in a statement to T+L. United also shares that cold brew will be available on flights longer than 300 miles, which is a majority of their mainline routes.
insider.com
25.06.2024 / 21:03
I flew over 22 hours in business class with Turkish Airlines. The food and airport lounge were unreal.
I love flying in business class, but I don't often buy my seats outright because they can cost four figures.
thepointsguy.com
25.06.2024 / 13:43
Reviewing the new Delta One Lounge in New York, a stunning masterpiece
After years of anticipation, the day has finally come — Delta's first business-class-only lounge is ready for its big debut.
afar.com
24.06.2024 / 22:59
These Are the World’s Best Airlines
This year’s Skytrax 2024 World Airline Awards, which ranked some 350 airlines based on votes from passengers across more than 100 countries, saw Qatar Airways take the top spot for world’s best airline—dethroning last year’s winner, Singapore Airlines.
insider.com
24.06.2024 / 21:53
After traveling to over 40 countries, I have no plans to return to these 4 places around the globe
When traveling, I always try to approach each destination with an open mind and a desire to experience the culture, meet the locals, see the guidebook recommendations, and get off the beaten path whenever possible.
travelandleisure.com
21.06.2024 / 15:51
Qantas Has Big Savings on Trips to Australia and New Zealand From These U.S. Hubs — When to Book
Summer is officially here, and Australian airline Qantas is celebrating with a sale that has big savings on trips down under.