flying

Flying economy is not only cheaper, it’s also (slightly) better for the environment.

Well, you can stop trying to spend all your points for now, at least.

Follow these pro tips to ensure comfort and enjoyment on your next flight.

I fly a lot, and the long-haul trips are never pleasant. I'm generally crammed into economy, with its excessively salty meal (to compensate for the loss of taste at high altitudes) and low possibilities for mobility.

I'm spending a little time dwelling on my loveliest moments of 2011, so the whole thing doesn't just pass by in a messy blur. In Part One, I talked about the wonderful rustic farm I visited with my family in the south of France. In Part Two, it was schvitzing in Istanbul. And for Part Three, I'm going to spend some time reminiscing about flying an airplane over the western coast of Mexico.