

Unlike many people, these days, I love to fly. And you won’t believe it but I also like the food served during the flights. Most of my flying experience was during the years my daughter was in the USA. I traveled at least six times to USA and back.
When I flew alone the first time I was equally apprehensive and excited. But going to America every year made me a seasoned traveler. My preference was Emirates Airlines. Before Covid, they had the best economy service.
My first stop would be Dubai airport. There I’d have a layover of 3-4 hours. I enjoyed my stay there as it’s a very happening place. The duty-free shops are very well stocked but on the pricey side. The flight from Lahore to Dubai is around 3 hours and not tiring but the next leg of my journey was from Dubai to Seattle and took 18 hours. That was a long and tiring flight. And I have a problem going to sleep while sitting, so I used to watch 5-6 movies on each flight. The inflight entertainment was usually up to date and I got to see many new movies.
Reaching Seattle, my daughter would welcome me and make my stay there very comfortable. I used to have a wonderful time with her and my grandson. She used to take me around to show me the local attractions too. We went to the east coast together too to visit New York and Washington DC.
If you give me a plane ticket, I’m ready to fly even now!

Written for; WQW #18: Transportation: Trains, Planes, and Working Machines, hosted by Marsha
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Sadje, fourteen hours is longer than it took me to fly to Australia. That’s quite a trip. I used to travel to Seattle from Portland all the time. My first husband was from there. Too bad we didn’t know each other then! You really were the seasoned traveler! WOW! I love your quote about not being able to buy happiness! Have a great week, my friend.
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Thanks a lot Marsha! I agree that it was quite a loooooong journey!
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LOL
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Thanks for a wonderful topic
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You are welcome. I like what you did with it!
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Much obliged
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🙂
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Ha! you do love flying. I too am a seasoned traveller as I used to fly a lot to join my husband on his ships but never enjoyed flying much. I hate the time it takes to check in, immigration etc.
That is a very apt quote. 🙂
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Thanks a lot Punam! I am perhaps child-like in this aspect as I get excited when I’m traveling.
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in post 911 pandemic island world weirdos that does appear to be an exotic liking.
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i went from 1985 until 2004 without flying. i can safely say no more. prefer cars.
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I like car journeys too but they don’t have a toilet
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yes but the loo up there is nasty.. like a hospital last place i d wanna be literally.
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Some are nice too. I once flew business class and that was very nice
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I enjoy flying now that I am older. When I took my first flight from the island where I was born to my new homeland Canada, I was not as thrilled with planes and leaving the earth to soar in the air.
Airplane food…not a fan, I am afraid. Great peanuts and snacks though.
I love travel in general. Just the spirit in me, I guess.
Wonderful share, Sadje. Brought back fond memories.
Thank you, my friend
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Thanks Suzette! I’ve always loved the idea of flying! So exhilarating and liberating
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Yes, exactly.
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I love flying, too. I think the longest flight I’ve been on was from Travis Air Force Base (near Seattle) to Japan. My girls were little, age 2 years old, and 3 months old! They did fine, though. 🙂
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Wow, they were small. Traveling long distance with kids is always a challenge. Thanks
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“If you give me a plane ticket, I’m ready to fly even now!”
Wow, i love that ending and the quote that follows. You must be a great fun of traveling, especially on air.
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Oh I am. Thanks Lamittan.
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Now I know the best present I’ll give you if I ever have the chance and opportunity. Amazing learning each other’s aspirations.
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Thanks Lamittan! That would be a wonderful present.
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Glad it would. You’re most welcome. 😀
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🌺🌺🌺
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Great meme at the bottom 🙂
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Thanks 🙏🏼
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I love flying as well and that quote is great! I may have to use that for next week’s quotes. 🙂
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Thanks a lot Joy. Sure go ahead.
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You are welcome 🙂 and thanks!
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My pleasure
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I also enjoy flying, but I am not fond of turbulence, or having to wait for my bags to arrive on the conveyor.
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Yes, the waiting during the travel adds up to the journey!
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great quote and great adventure. I do love a plane fide but would rather load the car and jump in without all of the planning and packing. 💖
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Thanks Cindy. I agree that air travel needs more planning but I find it easier than a car ride.
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that’s so true!! 💖💖
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How fun! I am ready to get on a plane soon. I too love to fly. This summer for a short trip, and this winter a longer one. Excited and ready.
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That’s great. If I remember correctly, you plan to visit UK in the winter?
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Indeed. London in December. I’m ready. 😁
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Cool. Hope it’s a memorable trip.
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Me too. 😍
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i love to fly business class or first class too {hehehe}.. the food and service is really good… and you can see its so different from the economy class… which actually makes me sad at the same time…
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The fare is double that of economy class in business and more than three times for first class so there with be a marked difference in the service too.
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So true Sadje..
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Lahore, Pakistan. Are you still there, Sadje? Wow. I didn’t know.
I know about 18 hour flights. They are wicked timewise. I cannot sleep in moving vehicles. Planes included. It’s horrendous.
I’d like to fly Emirates one fine day. Wow. Clap
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Yes, I’m in Pakistan now. It was not only a long flight but the time difference was 12 hours so one went back in time. Still I’d do it again if I find some free time and money.
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I see.
I know exactly what that is like.
Whenever I’d travel to see my mother I’d arrive in a time zone 15 hours behind Japan.
I abhorred the long time on the aircraft. But braved it to go see my mama. She also braved it to come see me, that sweet Mama.
Now that she’s gone I don’t want to get on an airplane.
Thanks for sharing. Be well. Sadje. Blessings.
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Thanks a lot Selma for sharing.
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Oh you’re quite the traveler, Sadje. I can’t imagine going to places back and forth only by an 18 hour plane ride! I’m afraid I’m not a huge fan of flying or sailing since I get motion sick and I can’t stand the turbulence.
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Thankfully I’ve never had motion sickness, otherwise it’s very difficult to travel
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Yes it is!
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When I was young, I did some traveling, but these days, I am a stay-at-home peep.
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That has its own advantages.
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Great quote! I love traveling whether it is flying, road trips or sailing.
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Thanks Kally.
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I’m not sure I have a favorite way to travel. I’ve done trains, planes and automobies and boats (OK only twice on a cruise ship) – Traveling has changed so much since I was younger. The airport restrictions at least makes for more seating in the waiting areas. But I remember when families were allowed to watch the planes take off!
Most of my recent air travel has been on an airline without reserved seating. And most filghts weren’t long enough for a meal service. One of these days I might be interested in visiting another country… but not quite yet. 🙂
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Inter-county flights aren’t much fun but flying to other countries is a great experience
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Hubby has had some long flights… Thelongest I have had I think was to Italy. 🙂
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I haven’t been to Europe at all, just a lay over at Heathrow in 2004!
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I would like to go to England and Scotland…
But there are also many states I haven’t seen yet… 💗
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Me too.
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Love this 💕
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Thanks 🙏🏼
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I love traveling too!
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🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
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