Dec 31, 2017, 6:09 am
Last edit by: jc94
This new annual thread has been carved out of the previous thread in an effort to reduce the number of megathreads on the AC forum. For those interested previous versions are the original 2004 - 2014 thread , 2015 edition, 2016 edition and 2017 edition
The original thread started by accident but quickly became a popular place to come and discuss off topic things such as hockey, new movies, or almost anything that wouldn't fit into existing AC forum threads. More Air Canada or Aeroplan topics such as flight feedback, in-flight services issues or mileage earning/redemption are all topics that should go into existing AC forum threads so others can benefit from this information. Topics about hotels or airlines and/or their loyalty programs should be posted elsewhere on FT as should topics better suited to other forums such as Travel Products for questions about luggage or Travel Photography for discussion about cameras.
While the conversation is more relaxed as it would be in a lounge that doesn't mean however that the FT rules don't apply here as they definitely do so please refrain from controversial topics such as politics or religion, avoid profanities and treat other lounge patrons with the same respect you expect.
The original thread started by accident but quickly became a popular place to come and discuss off topic things such as hockey, new movies, or almost anything that wouldn't fit into existing AC forum threads. More Air Canada or Aeroplan topics such as flight feedback, in-flight services issues or mileage earning/redemption are all topics that should go into existing AC forum threads so others can benefit from this information. Topics about hotels or airlines and/or their loyalty programs should be posted elsewhere on FT as should topics better suited to other forums such as Travel Products for questions about luggage or Travel Photography for discussion about cameras.
While the conversation is more relaxed as it would be in a lounge that doesn't mean however that the FT rules don't apply here as they definitely do so please refrain from controversial topics such as politics or religion, avoid profanities and treat other lounge patrons with the same respect you expect.
The Forum Lounge Thread (2018)
Apr 25, 2018, 12:21 am
#1231
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: YYZ
Programs: Only J via Peasant Points, 777HDPeasant or The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance and Narcissism.
Posts: 5,956
Apr 25, 2018, 12:26 am
#1232
Suspended
Original Poster
Join Date: Mar 2017
Programs: AC
Posts: 2,167
Apr 25, 2018, 5:45 am
#1233
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: YYZ
Programs: FOTSG Tangerine Ex E35k (AC)
Posts: 5,612
Apr 25, 2018, 10:01 am
#1234
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: YVR - MILLS Waypoint (It's the third house on the left)
Programs: AC*SE100K, wood level status in various other programs
Posts: 6,232
It's hard not to feel rage when I compare this to my current, grandfathered, 'Cheap for Canada' Fido plan. Grrr.
Apr 25, 2018, 10:03 am
#1235
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: YVR - MILLS Waypoint (It's the third house on the left)
Programs: AC*SE100K, wood level status in various other programs
Posts: 6,232
Apr 25, 2018, 11:20 am
#1237
Suspended
Original Poster
Join Date: Mar 2017
Programs: AC
Posts: 2,167
Airports can be stressful places?
Please note that I am bringing this up because of a statement that was made by the voiceover by the clip above. This is not a discussion about Cathay Pacific, its lounge or what not, but simply one that piqued my interest and that is the statement that airports are stressful places.
While I confess that I do not recall the last time I flew in economy, surely queuing in line is not stressful. A pain, perhaps, but am I missing something whereby people actually find traveling to be "stressful"?
Please note that I am bringing this up because of a statement that was made by the voiceover by the clip above. This is not a discussion about Cathay Pacific, its lounge or what not, but simply one that piqued my interest and that is the statement that airports are stressful places.
While I confess that I do not recall the last time I flew in economy, surely queuing in line is not stressful. A pain, perhaps, but am I missing something whereby people actually find traveling to be "stressful"?
Apr 25, 2018, 11:31 am
#1238
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: YYZ
Programs: FOTSG Tangerine Ex E35k (AC)
Posts: 5,612
Apr 25, 2018, 11:41 am
#1239
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: YVR - MILLS Waypoint (It's the third house on the left)
Programs: AC*SE100K, wood level status in various other programs
Posts: 6,232
Airports can be stressful places?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKhTeZ-oej8
Please note that I am bringing this up because of a statement that was made by the voiceover by the clip above. This is not a discussion about Cathay Pacific, its lounge or what not, but simply one that piqued my interest and that is the statement that airports are stressful places.
While I confess that I do not recall the last time I flew in economy, surely queuing in line is not stressful. A pain, perhaps, but am I missing something whereby people actually find traveling to be "stressful"?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKhTeZ-oej8
Please note that I am bringing this up because of a statement that was made by the voiceover by the clip above. This is not a discussion about Cathay Pacific, its lounge or what not, but simply one that piqued my interest and that is the statement that airports are stressful places.
While I confess that I do not recall the last time I flew in economy, surely queuing in line is not stressful. A pain, perhaps, but am I missing something whereby people actually find traveling to be "stressful"?
Seriously, I think commercial air travel certainly can be stressful, precisely because of things like queuing, noise, crowds, etc. For me, especially most US airports with their relentless announcements and background TVs.
Apr 25, 2018, 11:51 am
#1240
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: YYZ
Programs: FOTSG Tangerine Ex E35k (AC)
Posts: 5,612
Or at LGA where I stood in line 60-90 minutes and the line did not actually move. Fortunately in that case I was there four hours early because the weather outside was frightful. I also dislike standing up for hours on end after walking around a city with a 10kg backpack for 9 hours.
It's stressful because you are at risk of missing the cut off or not making your flight.
One of the reasons I prefer to fly J is to avoid queues at check-in and security. Flying Y as an E35k+ was a heck of a lot more pleasant because while on-board service was as per normal I was able to get from curb to lounge in 20 minutes and didn't have to stand in line waiting for all the FOTSG to drag their 17 bags on board. My carry on was already up top and I was watching the IFE by the time anyone else joined me in the back. I also paid half the value for my two companions in row 29 (the two I spoke to anyone).
Now I no longer have status I have no plans to fly Y this year. I'm also not flying AC revenue oddly enough
Apr 25, 2018, 12:28 pm
#1241
Suspended
Original Poster
Join Date: Mar 2017
Programs: AC
Posts: 2,167
Queueing can be stressful if you get to the airport 2 hours before an Intl flight and there are 300 people in front of you waiting to drop a bag. The priority line took me 20 minutes.
Or at LGA where I stood in line 60-90 minutes and the line did not actually move. Fortunately in that case I was there four hours early because the weather outside was frightful. I also dislike standing up for hours on end after walking around a city with a 10kg backpack for 9 hours.
It's stressful because you are at risk of missing the cut off or not making your flight.
One of the reasons I prefer to fly J is to avoid queues at check-in and security. Flying Y as an E35k+ was a heck of a lot more pleasant because while on-board service was as per normal I was able to get from curb to lounge in 20 minutes and didn't have to stand in line waiting for all the FOTSG to drag their 17 bags on board. My carry on was already up top and I was watching the IFE by the time anyone else joined me in the back. I also paid half the value for my two companions in row 29 (the two I spoke to anyone).
Now I no longer have status I have no plans to fly Y this year. I'm also not flying AC revenue oddly enough
Or at LGA where I stood in line 60-90 minutes and the line did not actually move. Fortunately in that case I was there four hours early because the weather outside was frightful. I also dislike standing up for hours on end after walking around a city with a 10kg backpack for 9 hours.
It's stressful because you are at risk of missing the cut off or not making your flight.
One of the reasons I prefer to fly J is to avoid queues at check-in and security. Flying Y as an E35k+ was a heck of a lot more pleasant because while on-board service was as per normal I was able to get from curb to lounge in 20 minutes and didn't have to stand in line waiting for all the FOTSG to drag their 17 bags on board. My carry on was already up top and I was watching the IFE by the time anyone else joined me in the back. I also paid half the value for my two companions in row 29 (the two I spoke to anyone).
Now I no longer have status I have no plans to fly Y this year. I'm also not flying AC revenue oddly enough
Just give yourself plenty of time, bring a phone, listen to music, and wait for one's turn. Maybe it is just because I'm old now and stress is relative for me.
Sorry to disappoint. I was busy and unable to be in the CX video.
Last edited by longtimeflyin; Apr 25, 2018 at 12:33 pm
Apr 25, 2018, 4:55 pm
#1242
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: YYJ
Programs: AC SE*MM, Bonvoy LT Plat, HH Gold, National EE, Sixt Plat, Hz 5*
Posts: 2,439
From the gate of 7676, watching disappointed leaf fans query about the delay, I learned that 7674 was very delayed. Later 4 pax opted to deplane from 7674, which triggered 7674 to be cancelled. According to the GA all pax had to re clear customs thanks to the 4 leafs fans. I guess that triggered the cancel. Go leafs go!
Apr 25, 2018, 6:10 pm
#1243
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: YVR
Programs: AC SE 2MM; UA MP Premier Silver; Marriott Bonvoy LT Titanium Elite; Radisson; Avis PC
Posts: 35,255
Apr 25, 2018, 7:23 pm
#1244
Join Date: May 2016
Posts: 2,494
Airports can be stressful places?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKhTeZ-oej8
Please note that I am bringing this up because of a statement that was made by the voiceover by the clip above. This is not a discussion about Cathay Pacific, its lounge or what not, but simply one that piqued my interest and that is the statement that airports are stressful places.
While I confess that I do not recall the last time I flew in economy, surely queuing in line is not stressful. A pain, perhaps, but am I missing something whereby people actually find traveling to be "stressful"?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKhTeZ-oej8
Please note that I am bringing this up because of a statement that was made by the voiceover by the clip above. This is not a discussion about Cathay Pacific, its lounge or what not, but simply one that piqued my interest and that is the statement that airports are stressful places.
While I confess that I do not recall the last time I flew in economy, surely queuing in line is not stressful. A pain, perhaps, but am I missing something whereby people actually find traveling to be "stressful"?
Apr 25, 2018, 7:56 pm
#1245
A FlyerTalk Posting Legend
Join Date: May 2002
Location: YEG
Programs: HH Silver
Posts: 56,449