And a little over the edge.
I am driving the Ford Ranger pickup the Queen's Mom gave to us from Virginia this weekend so this post is short and sweet. It drives well and has a few noises I will have to investigate when I finally get home.
I flew in today from Midway to Washington National on ATA. I have always been a devoted United flyer and have accumulated many miles and free flights in the process. My last flight on ATA was dismal at best. However, I must admit that this flight very well could be the best flight I have EVER had.
When I booked the flight the reservation system placed me behind the wing in the middle seat. To understand a little better, the are 3 seats on each side of the isle. Those 3 seats are: window, isle, and middle. Everyone HATES the middle. On top of this, I knew ATA was in bankruptcy and trying to emerge thus making my anticipation even less. So, when I was forced to take an ATA flight because the closest I could come to the price was $169.00 compared to ATA at $67.00, I relunctantly booked it.
I arrived to find the self check kiosk (United has these as well) which was a relief. Last time, they did not have that. I managed through security rather easily considering I am booked one-way and meandered to my gate.
When I arrived, there she stood. A ticket lady. Now, I am a seasoned traveller and I have learned a few things. Go ASK for a better seat at the ticket lady at the gate. I did...and ended up in the exit row window seat. SCORE! THE best seat on the plane and I just won!
Boarding begins and when I walk onto the plane, I see leather...everywhere. The entire plane is leather seating. ROCK ON!
My entire view on ATA has officially changed. Well done ATA. You have made a new customer.
This brings me to my point (as I almost always have one). Companies really can pull themselves out. I hope ATA succeeds fiscally as well.
Tonight I am at the Holiday Inn Express in Newton Falls, Ohio (no, I don't know where that is). I have to say, it is also exemplary and free internet. Bonus! I love it when companies actually listen to their customers.
Did you know...
In 2004, Virgin Atlantic Airlines introduced a double bed for first class passengers who fly together.
I flew in today from Midway to Washington National on ATA. I have always been a devoted United flyer and have accumulated many miles and free flights in the process. My last flight on ATA was dismal at best. However, I must admit that this flight very well could be the best flight I have EVER had.
When I booked the flight the reservation system placed me behind the wing in the middle seat. To understand a little better, the are 3 seats on each side of the isle. Those 3 seats are: window, isle, and middle. Everyone HATES the middle. On top of this, I knew ATA was in bankruptcy and trying to emerge thus making my anticipation even less. So, when I was forced to take an ATA flight because the closest I could come to the price was $169.00 compared to ATA at $67.00, I relunctantly booked it.
I arrived to find the self check kiosk (United has these as well) which was a relief. Last time, they did not have that. I managed through security rather easily considering I am booked one-way and meandered to my gate.
When I arrived, there she stood. A ticket lady. Now, I am a seasoned traveller and I have learned a few things. Go ASK for a better seat at the ticket lady at the gate. I did...and ended up in the exit row window seat. SCORE! THE best seat on the plane and I just won!
Boarding begins and when I walk onto the plane, I see leather...everywhere. The entire plane is leather seating. ROCK ON!
My entire view on ATA has officially changed. Well done ATA. You have made a new customer.
This brings me to my point (as I almost always have one). Companies really can pull themselves out. I hope ATA succeeds fiscally as well.
Tonight I am at the Holiday Inn Express in Newton Falls, Ohio (no, I don't know where that is). I have to say, it is also exemplary and free internet. Bonus! I love it when companies actually listen to their customers.
Did you know...
In 2004, Virgin Atlantic Airlines introduced a double bed for first class passengers who fly together.
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I think I will probably have trouble commenting again. It took me forever last time, and I think I wound up unintentionally ended up opening an account!
Come back to Xanga, at least for your technologically-challenged friends! ;-)
I'm glad you like Danny Boy. There's hardly a dry eye anywhere when that song is sung!
Have a safe trip!
Kathi
I'm glad you're having a good trip.
Be careful driving and have a safe trip home!
By the way...No, I'm NOT capable of having kittens, but...I was just so irritated with that editor! I wasn't about to say "have a cow" because I'm not Bart Simpson ("don't have a cow, man") and it's not fun to say anymore! LOL!!
Hi John...RYC: You are ABSOLUTELY worthy to be my Xanga son-in-law!
I am glad to hear that your trip is going well so far. That couples airplane bed would give new meaning to the mile high club...hummm...talk about air turbulence....they might have to change the name of the airlines.
There will be no Mile High Club for you young (ish) man. I dont fly.
Those noises are you. When the gas light goes on it doesnt mean methane.
See you soon
hope your trip went well. RYC: yeah me and Alec, um no.
There is a surprise birthday party for my Mom on her site...please go to Lissersgrandma and wish her a Happy Birthday!
Great! We're both out of town! *lol*
I used to work in a call center before catering flights.hotels and cars.
I'm glad u scored. When I was visiting a friend in FL, i was through Delta. It sucked! Big time! Flights are getting delayed and my friend was even thinking I had a last minute decision.
Have fun in Ohio! I love free wireless internet in hotels!