Do Flight Attendants Get Free Flights? Experts Weigh In

India, April 30 -- When it comes to job hunting, many employment seekers aren't only looking at salary - they're seeking benefits, too. For most people, that means things like health insurance, PTO, a... Read More

Why Airplanes Fly At 35,000 Feet, According To A Former Pilot

Picture this, April 28 -- It's about 20 minutes after takeoff, and you hear your captain make an announcement. "Ladies and gentlemen, we've reached our cruising altitude of 35,000 feet," they say. Or,... Read More

Here's Where Pilots And Flights Attendants Sleep On Long-Haul Flights

India, April 27 -- With the world's longest flights topping 18 hours, it should come as no surprise that flight attendants sometimes need a break in the middle of their shifts. And when they do, they ... Read More

Why Airplanes Are Almost Always Painted White

India, April 19 -- If you scan the airfield while waiting for your next flight, you'll probably notice something similar between many of the planes: Most are painted white. Though every airline has a ... Read More

This 7-Day Luxury Yacht Is An Artists' Retreat In Greenland - With Kayaking & Fishing

India, April 15 -- Calling artists across all mediums. Have you ever considered attending an artists' retreat in Greenland? And have you ever considered attending an artists' retreat in Greenland on a... Read More

The Fascinating Reason Why Flight Attendants Dim The Lights On A Plane

India, April 12 -- When it comes to air travel, safety rules all. So, if some parts of the in-flight experience seem odd to you, there's probably a good reason behind them. Take, for instance, dimmin... Read More

This 7-Night Safari In Botswana Is All About Wildlife, Water, And Sustainability

India, April 11 -- Less than an hour after landing at a remote airstrip, we're having sundowners en route to the lodge. A troop of dozens - perhaps a hundred - baboons returns to the trees around us t... Read More

The Scientific Reason Planes Sometimes Look Like They're Frozen Midair

India, April 8 -- You've probably seen the viral videos where planes appear to be frozen in the sky, hovering in place rather than flying forward as they usually do. While some are quick to call the s... Read More

Did You Know The Northern Lights Have A Southern Hemisphere Counterpart?

India, April 7 -- I first glimpsed the northern lights on a red-eye flight across the Atlantic. Just a few pale wisps in the night sky were enough to get me hooked on the celestial phenomenon, and my ... Read More

Here's Why Window Shades Have To Be Up During Takeoff And Landing

India, April 6 -- If you prefer to sit in a window seat on a plane, you're probably already aware of the raging debate about keeping the window shade open or closed during a flight. We'll leave that t... Read More

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