Travel Mishaps and In-Flight Adventures

In this lively episode, the hosts discuss a wide range of topics from holiday plans and family reunions to hilarious in-flight stories involving passengers and their quirks. They share personal travel experiences, touching on the challenges of traveling with kids, dealing with fellow passengers, and the peculiarities of airline seating. The episode also delves into the nitty-gritty of non-rev flying, exploring the emotional rollercoaster of trying to secure business class upgrades, and the aggravation of dealing with fellow airline employees who seem to know more about flight routes. Listeners will also hear about unique airline events like Disney Pride Night, airport shower etiquette, and the awkward reality of auto-assigned seating. Whether you're a frequent flyer or just love hearing about the highs and lows of air travel, this episode offers a humorous and insightful look at the world of aviation.

00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter
00:09 4th of July Plans and Travel
01:02 Memorable Encounters at Work
02:56 In-Flight Stories and Passenger Interactions
12:23 Vacation Conversations and Relationship Dynamics
16:15 Travel Experiences and Observations
18:07 Unexpected Situations and Funny Incidents
20:45 Girls Episode Recap and Personal Reflections
27:28 Disney Pride Night Experience
28:27 Listener Letter for Monique
28:51 College Move-In Tips
29:27 Disney Ticket Costs and Deals
30:21 Colorado Trip for Megan's 40th
33:18 Puerto Rico Vacation Highlights
35:22 International Flight Experiences
37:52 Preparing for Italy Trip
40:43 Challenges of International Calls
46:30 Non-Rev Travel Anxiety Scale
50:25 Southwest Airlines Seating Issues
53:25 Final Thoughts and Listener Requests

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Adventures and Misadventures in Non-Rev Travel: From Almost Missing Flights to Flying First Class

In this episode, the hosts share humorous and insightful stories about their travel experiences. Topics include the challenges of non-rev travel, such as almost getting in trouble for taking photos on the ramp, missing safety debriefings, and dealing with cranky flight attendants. They also discuss their recent trip to Australia, covering everything from initial travel preparations and snorkeling attempts at the Great Barrier Reef to flying different airlines like Jetstar, Virgin, and Qantas. Additional highlights include a visit to a koala sanctuary, navigating through extra sections in flight, and an unexpected stop in a luxurious first-class lounge due to a flight cancellation. The episode wraps up with shout-outs to listeners and tips on using Staff Traveler for better travel planning.

00:00 Introduction and Funny Stories
00:13 Airplane Anecdotes and Travel Habits
02:20 Podcast Reunion and Listener Feedback
04:02 Travel Experiences and Observations
09:13 Sydney Adventures and Opera House
23:12 Great Barrier Reef Excursion
32:18 Snorkeling and Sting Suits
32:47 Packing Challenges and Clothing Preferences
34:38 Jetstar Flight Experience
39:32 Virgin Airlines Review
43:21 Qantas Airlines Experience
52:20 Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
58:16 Travel Tips and Staff Traveler
01:07:35 Podcast Reflections and Listener Engagement

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Summer Adventures and Travel Misadventures

In this episode, Monique and Lara chat about recent and upcoming travel plans, including family trips, work-related travel experiences, and vacation destinations. The episode kicks off with technical difficulties before diving into updates on Tyler's travels to Puerto Rico and Sydney, Monique's California adventures, and Laura’s trips to Mexico and London. The hosts also share humorous and stressful workplace stories, such as seating disputes on flights and unexpected encounters with entitled passengers. Amid the lively discussion, the importance of using travel tools like Staff Traveler and understanding ZED travel rules is highlighted. The episode concludes with a call for listeners to stay safe and tune in every other week during the busy summer season.

00:00 Technical Difficulties and Introductions
01:17 Summer Plans and Podcast Schedule
01:34 Tyler's Travel Adventures
02:52 Upcoming Family Reunions
03:29 Exciting Trips to Africa and Naples
07:33 California Graduation and Family Drama
10:18 Disney Pride Night and St. George Trip
12:51 London Flight Fuel Issue
14:15 Backpack Drama on the Flight
16:10 Dinner Plans in London
16:45 Cheese Barge Experience
17:39 Cocktail Making in Mayfair
19:31 Flight Upgrade Mix-Up
24:38 Zed Primer and Staff Traveler
26:34 Podcast Wrap-Up

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Travel Tales: Airline Etiquette and In-Flight Shenanigans

In this episode of Leonard Lounge, Tyler and Monique and Lara discuss their return to recording in Laura’s kitchen and share their experiences and plans following Memorial Day weekend. They dive into various travel-related topics, including the quirks of working as flight attendants, handling new colleagues, the logistics of tipping van drivers, and the ongoing debate over hotels versus Airbnbs for travel. They highlight the culture within their crew, dealing with passengers’ unique demands, and the unexpected encounters with friendly pilots. This episode is filled with humorous anecdotes, behind-the-scenes insights, and practical tips for air travel.

00:00 Welcome Back to Laura's Kitchen
00:40 Memorial Day and School's Out
01:12 Travel Plans and Graduation
02:25 Flight Attendant Stories: New Recruits
04:05 In-Flight Mishaps and Protocols
34:20 Passenger Requests and Allergies
36:47 Coffee and Allergies on Flights
37:06 Handling Nut Allergies on Planes
38:46 Dealing with Passenger Requests
57:50 Tipping Etiquette for Van Drivers
01:01:42 Choosing Between Hotels and Airbnbs
01:07:24 Travel Experiences and Tips
01:13:29 Concluding Thoughts and Announcements

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Adventures in Travel: Gym Mishaps, Ticket Trades, and Flight Stories

In this episode, the hosts share a variety of personal stories and experiences. Lara recounts a humorous incident with her cycling instructor at the gym. The group discusses selling concert tickets to a listener and their encounters with a sweet fan named Marilyn who exchanged gifts with them. They delve into detailed travel stories including navigating crowded flights, ticketing issues, and favorite international destinations. The episode wraps up with some amusing and heartwarming anecdotes about inflight experiences and encounters with passengers.

00:00 Gym Trainer Drama
01:38 Concert Ticket Sale Success
03:52 Red Rocks Concert Experience
06:57 Flight Attendant Adventures
25:21 Nostalgia and Airline Boarding Practices
25:50 Challenges of Open Seating
27:01 Non-Revenue Passenger Experiences
28:09 In-Flight Service Anecdotes
30:45 Airline Promotions and Social Media
35:14 Traveling to Europe: Tips and Experiences
43:20 In-Flight Service Changes and Crew Stories
46:34 Funny and Embarrassing Stories
48:25 Conclusion and Farewell

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Adventures and Anecdotes: Catching Up Over Flights and Fun

In this episode, hosts Tyler, Monique, and Lara catch up on their recent activities and share engaging anecdotes from their lives. They discuss Sam's Club meetings, bartending jobs, and coordinating their matching shirts. The conversation transitions to their Mother's Day celebrations, detailing Monique's Mexican dinner, Laura's trip to Chicago for a college graduation, and Tyler's flight challenges from Salt Lake. They bring up amusing encounters with coworkers, flight attendant protocols, and industry gossip particularly surrounding Southwest Airlines. Special moments include Monique meeting a fan of their podcast and reminiscing about unique flight experiences like John Paul II's travels. The episode wraps up with a light-hearted discussion about what constitutes a vacation versus a trip.

00:00 Casual Catch-Up at Sam's Club
00:26 Podcast Talk and Murder Mysteries
02:14 Technical Difficulties and Apologies
03:09 Mother's Day Celebrations
04:00 Zach's Graduation and Family Time
08:21 Travel Adventures and Buddy Passes
12:45 Flight Attendant Etiquette and Stories
17:06 Commuter Bag Dilemma
17:57 Flight Attendant Swap Drama
19:16 Podcast Fan Encounter
21:56 Southwest Airlines Policy Changes
27:24 Vacation vs. Trip Debate
31:32 Closing Remarks and Future Plans

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Travel Stories, Resort Fun, and Airport Antics

In this lively episode, Tyler, Lara, and Monique share various anecdotes from their recent adventures and trips. They discuss everything from cartooning themselves, attending the Cranky Network Awards, and family vacations, to funny and outrageous moments at adult resorts. The group dives into their experiences of navigating airport hassles, the challenges of flying with kids, and the absurdities encountered on airplanes. They explore humorous trade offers among flight attendants, the quirks of non-rev travel, and the mishaps of unprepared passengers. Tips are shared on how to handle emergency evacuations, connecting flights, and flight attendant bidding systems. The discussion wraps up with responses to listener questions and practical advice for those navigating the complexities of aviation travel.

00:00 Introduction and Fake Smiles
00:18 Cartoon Fun and Cranky Network Awards
01:37 Vacation Stories and Family Visits
02:45 Beach Trips and Honeymoon Island
04:09 Clothing Optional Resort Adventures
05:26 Theme Nights and Fun Costumes
09:09 Pool Games and Lap Dances
12:58 Travel Tips and Loyalty Programs
16:49 Non-Rev Lounge Podcast and Airline Talk
21:18 Customs and Border Patrol Updates
25:18 Delta One Passenger Incident
25:56 Unexpected Passenger Attire
27:17 Navigating Airport Bathrooms with Kids
32:20 Flight Attendant Scheduling and Trades
39:26 Traveling with Loved Ones' Ashes
48:45 Answering Listener Questions

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Navigating Non-Revenue Travel: Tips, Tricks, and Personal Stories

Join Lara, Monique, and Tyler as they welcome back one of their favorite guests from Staff Traveler, Guillermo, to the Non-Rev Lounge! The episode dives into a year filled with non-rev travel stories, recent Staff Traveler updates, and incredible tips for non-rev travelers. Guillermo, who has recently become a father, shares his latest travel adventures with his baby daughter, Eleanor, and some fascinating tales from his non-rev experiences. The episode also delves into the much-anticipated new features in Staff Traveler version three, including a priority request system. With a discussion on tipping practices, passport mishaps, and top recommendations for Amsterdam and beyond, this episode is packed with insightful and entertaining content for any travel enthusiast.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:30 Catching Up with the Guest
01:49 Travel Stories and Experiences
04:06 Challenges of Non-Revenue Travel
04:58 Evolution of Airline Ticketing
10:57 Staff Traveler Updates
12:40 New Features and Beta Testing
13:52 Priority Requests and User Benefits
16:47 Personal Travel Plans and Stories
28:57 Hotel Tipping Etiquette
29:44 Tipping Culture in the US and Abroad
30:05 Housekeeping and Tipping Traditions
30:46 Tipping Drivers and Service Workers
31:52 Debate on Tipping Practices
38:12 Travel Tips for Amsterdam
49:39 Non-Rev Travel Challenges
56:13 Conclusion and Farewell

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