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A Perfect 24 Hours in Naples, Italy: Food and Underground Adventures
Naples, the vibrant heart of Italy’s Campania region, is a city rich in culture, history, and mouthwatering cuisine. If you find yourself...
Michael Flake
Oct 2, 20243 min read
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From Lisbon to Fatima: A Day Trip to Portugal's Holiest Site.
Picture this: Two jet-lagged flight attendants—Cleison and myself —fresh off a transatlantic flight from Philly to Lisbon. Our hairdos...
Michael Flake
May 11, 20241 min read
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"Slaying the Layover Game: Making Paris B*tch in One Day"
Did you get a hot Paris layover but not a clue how to tackle the city? Fear not, I've got your back babe! Paris is basically the Lady...
Michael Flake
May 5, 20242 min read
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Zurich’s Melody: Tina Turner's Memorial, Nighttime Revelry, and Swiss Eats.
A few days after Tina Turner’s passing in 2023, I found myself working a flight to Zurich. My crew and I decided to pay our respects to...
Michael Flake
Apr 11, 20243 min read
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“Layover Chronicles: Dublin’s Triptych Adventure"
Ah, dear wanderer, let me weave for you a tale of Dublin’s mystical embrace—a place where time dances to its own fiddle tune, and...
Michael Flake
Apr 9, 20244 min read
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Espresso Yourself: 3 things you can do on a 24 hour layover in Rome. Part 1
Ciao, fellow travelers! Imagine this: You’re a flight attendant, and you’ve landed a long layover in Rome. Your senior crew members want...
Michael Flake
Apr 8, 20242 min read
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ExpoWest: A Journey into Wellness
In the heart of sunny California, amidst the buzz of industry insiders, I found myself immersed in the vibrant world of Expo west. For...
Michael Flake
Apr 1, 20242 min read
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I visited a Jyotish Astrologer in India
Storytime! I had another layover in Delhi, and I went to get my Jyotish Chart done. Jyotish is from the ancient Sanskrit word Jyotish,...
Michael Flake
Aug 10, 20222 min read
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Sailing the Calm Waves of Doha.
I had the pleasure of flying with a great crew to Doha, so I invited them to do an evening boat tour with me. Our layover hotel was near...
Michael Flake
Jul 10, 20221 min read
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A day trip to Agra to see the Taj Mahal
I wasn't planning on doing anything on my layover in Delhi, but I did a tour of Agra with one of my crew members. She would go to the Taj...
Michael Flake
Jun 16, 20221 min read
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"Maximizing Your Day Trip from Liverpool to Manchester: A Time-Efficient Itinerary"
Despite the rain in Manchester, England, my crew and I were undeterred. We embarked on a half-day trip to Liverpool, eager to explore its...
Michael Flake
Dec 15, 20182 min read
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Hiking the Coastal Trails of Howth
One of my most memorable trips as a flight attendant was in December 2018, when I flew with some of my friends to Dublin, Ireland. I've...
Michael Flake
Dec 6, 20182 min read
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"Unlocking the Magic: Hiking to Neuschwanstein Castle in the German Alps"
Since the route was being transferred to another base, I was unsure if I'd ever work a trip to Munich again, so I had to scratch a famous...
Michael Flake
Feb 19, 20172 min read
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"Exploring the Tranquil Trails: A Peaceful Hike to Cementiri de Montjuïc
Working on an international trip can get very expensive, so I do inexpensive or free activities when I have a long layover somewhere. I...
Michael Flake
Aug 25, 20151 min read
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Exploring the Megalithic Structures of Ireland
Ireland is an excellent destination if you want to see natural beauty, take some great pictures, and have a fabulous time. I took the...
Michael Flake
Aug 13, 20132 min read
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Unveiling the Mystery: The Apparition at Hill of Tara, Meath, Ireland
I love ancient sites and had to visit the Hill of Tara when I went to Ireland. In ancient Irish mythology and religious veneration,...
Michael Flake
Aug 1, 20131 min read
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The Leaning Buddha in Kulen Mountain
I was going to take a bus ride to Bangkok today but decided to take a day trip to Kulen Mountain instead. It's on the outskirts of Siem...
Michael Flake
Jun 14, 20132 min read
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The Temples of Siem Reap
My second day in Siem Reap was much more casual and relaxed. I was still jet-lagged from my flight, and waking up at 4:30 didn't help....
Michael Flake
Jun 13, 20131 min read
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Exploring the Mysteries of Angkor Wat: A Journey Through Ancient Ruins and Vibrant Night Market
After seeing Tomb Raider, I've always wanted to see Angkor Wat, so I decided to visit this ancient site after getting some needed time...
Michael Flake
Jun 12, 20133 min read
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Into the Clouds: My Trek to Machu Picchu
I have been fascinated by mystical sites for a long time, and I am so grateful that I have a job that allows me to travel to these...
Michael Flake
Jun 26, 20096 min read
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