Originally Posted by nonce
QF now address all Plats and CL's by name as part of the boarding process.
I wasn't aware of that, and I haven't experienced it (yet). I think they do address you by name if you're in business class (later, during food service).
Originally Posted by nonce
For this reason alone, I make sure I hold my boarding pass so that the CSM can see it clearly and have time to read it. As I approach, I will look to see the crew members name and then try to greet them first and ask them how they are first. I then listen to the answer, rather than just grunting and walking off like so many before me.
Good heavens, what a rigmarole!
Originally Posted by nonce
What does it cost me? Nothing! How does it make me feel? Good! So why not try taking your grumpy pants off and putting your happy face on the next time you fly? You never know, you might just enjoy the experience a little more.
All I said was I don't like being called "Sir" because it's too stiff, it's not friendly--it's not the way Aussies generally express friendliness. I'm happy with a quick smile, maybe a "G'day" or "Hi" or whatever (which is what they get from me, by the way, despite your inferences). That's how the Yanks do it, and it's good enough for me. Why does this have to be so complex?!