Squeezing down the aisle of the aeroplane you search for a seat, whilst trying not to bash people who are already sitting down over the head with your hand luggage.
First choice is clearly a window seat, yet finding one proves more difficult than you initially thought. People are either sat on their own in the middle of a row, or have already taken their positions next to the windows. You consider climbing over those individuals hogging the rows to prove a point, however, you quickly reconsider. Maybe just a little inappropriate. After all, this is the start of your holiday, a time to chill and relax.
Making your way further down the plane, you suddenly spot an empty seat by the window. Hurray. Smiling, you put your bags in the over head locker, leaving out your i pod for later and of course some sweets for take off. Strapping yourself in and feeling pretty happy, you press your nose against the little plastic viewpoint you strove so hard to get. Oh great a magnificent overlook of the wing. Fabulous. You curse those over excited holiday makers, who have taken prime positions on the plane.
So now you are officially on board, strapped in and ready to go. Your holidays have began, perfect. You sit back, relax and wait to take off into the distance. The seats are surprisingly roomy and comfortable. Happy days.
Suddenly your chair jolts and your body is jerked forward. Opening your eyes and turning around you realise Mr and Mrs fidget are sat behind you. Oh no! There is no rest for the wicked and you watch in disbelief as two parents accompany two screaming children down the row in front of you. What’s more, the couple with the sneezes have chosen to sit next to you, feeling compelled to spread their germs. Could you have possibly chosen a worst place to sit. Oh well, this is just a small price to pay for the holiday you are about to enjoy.
You may not be able to chose your fellow travellers, but who cares, suddenly your mind is distracted by the delicious looking pictures of drinks and snacks featured in the in-flight magazine provided, all tempting you to chose your favourite ones.
After a smooth take off, there is no turning back. To avoid the risk of the people surrounding you grating on your nerves, you decide to make full use of the in flight services.
This may only be a cheap flight, however, the air stewards and stewardesses who have begun serving people are dressed to perfection and make every attempt to ensure you enjoy your holiday. It is good to see staff behaving politely and professionally, regardless of the rude or difficult people they may encounter.
The question “any drinks or snacks” rings down the aisle. Perfect, yes. You order the white wine, which looked so refreshing in it’s picture. Bit pricey, but your on holiday so what’s the problem. Nice and cold. There is quite a range. Chardonnay, Merlot, Rose. Impressive. Feeling a little peckish you eventually chose Pringles- a hard choice considering there was a a rather large selection of appetising treats.
Feeling the calming effect of the alcohol, munching Pringles and enjoying the various travel stories from the in-flight magazine, you have forgotten about your fellow travellers. Listening to Cliff Richard’s “Summer Holiday” on your I Pod, which you embarrassingly downloaded in preperation for this trip, you start to relax into the flight.
Before long, you realise you have already began your descent. That was quick. Things pick up even further when you hear the Captin make an announcement. Due to the crackled over head sound projection, you only hear every third word. Nevertheless, you get the gist- the weather is going to be great upon landing and they are expecting to arrive on time, if not a few minutes early. Good news all round.
Relieved to hear the exciting news you finish your drink and return the tray to it’s folded position, in preparation for landing. You had previously been sceptical about booking a cheap flight, having images of landing in Cairo or Istanbul, instead of the Costa Del Sol. However, as the plane touches down and you are welcomed to Spain by a smiling air stewardess things are looking up. Walking out into glistening sun you head towards the airport feeling content.
It has been proved that you can get fantastic, efficient and reliable flights for great prices- having more relaxing company would have been a bonus, but the dramas are all part of travelling. There are bound to be some irritations even when travelling in first class or with friends. Maybe one day you will be able to chose who you travel with to try and maximise fun. However, as far as the cost, flight and service itself is concerned you are pleased. With extra money in your pocket, luggage collected and sunglasses on your head, you go out to meet the transfer to your hotel. You are ready for a holiday full of Sun, San and of course Sangria.
