World Travellers

Helen Hecker our expert of the day, writes:

Travel by air for people with health issues, handicaps, disabilities or special needs, can be challenging. The following air travel tips will help make your flight and trip, whether domestic or international, easier, cheaper and safer.

When making your travel reservations, request any carts, wheelchair services or any other transportation you’ll need. Fully describe your limitations and needs. Get your airline ticket and boarding pass well ahead of time so you don’t have to wait in any lines. You’ll be able to arrange travel at a discount, get better travel deals, and avoid last minute travel headaches.

Talk with your airline representative or travel agent regarding the type of restrooms that are on the airplane. Call your airport and find out as much information as possible about the restrooms and handicapped parking at the airport.

Jawahn Thompson our expert of the day, writes:

Imagine it’s your first time ever in first class on an airplane. You’ve used a combination of frequent flyer miles from your spouse’s business travels and points earned through a rewards program with your credit card to book the two of you on a nonstop flight to a romantic destination for the weekend. You’re excited about your first time in first class having enough room to be comfortable and getting the extra perks that come along with the prestigious seating.

as the flight attendant walks by for the first time you ask him, “Excuse me, do you have any magazine’s I can look at.” He turns and says, “I’m sorry. Haven’t you heard about 9/11, airlines in bankruptcy, employee layoffs, overworked flight attendants? Of Course, we don’t have any magazines. You should have brought your own.” You think to yourself, “But I thought I was in first class. I thought I’d get waited on hand and foot.” Then your spouse, who is a very frequent air traveler, lets you know that first class isn’t what it used to be.