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Comment on I’m interested in a career as an ATC. So many questions. Not sure where to begin. by Mary

Mary — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 09:00:33 +0000

Do not go to school for ATC. The benefit is minimal, the cost is high. Just apply off the street and get a degree that will help you if you don’t make it into ATC.

Comment on I’m interested in a career as an ATC. So many questions. Not sure where to begin. by viverine

viverine — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 09:00:15 +0000

In reply to author. What school did you go to? Do you think it's worth it? (I'm very interested in this career path)

Comment on I’m interested in a career as an ATC. So many questions. Not sure where to begin. by author

author — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 08:59:45 +0000

In reply to jagdmackay. For sure. I applied three times and I even went to college for ATC.

Comment on Best business class to serve SA from EU and most relevant miles program by Bethy

Bethy — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 08:58:17 +0000

Hi, will start with the flight. There are so many options & I suppose everyone chooses flights that suit them & of course cost. Emirates is a great airline & some people even spend a few nights in Dubai to break the trip a bit. I live in Cape Town so Emirates , KLM & a few others fly direct zfrom CT which is great & worth it. I am going to the States for family weddings next year & traveling with a 5 & 3 year old (very nervous for such a long flight) & I am seriously considering flying SAA as they have the Johannesburg to New York direct flight overnight & may be worth the extra money.

I would not go for the Baz Bus, definitely for backpackers. You could definitely arrange yourself or get help, it’s hard to advise on a guided tour, some people enjoy meeting people & everything being arranged and others don’t like the restrictions?

Reccomendations for places to go, would definitely depend on your interests and budget. Most do Cape Town & Kruger, I always say Natal is great too if you like beautiful beaches, diving, warmer seas, more of a wildlife experience.

Tell us more so we can advise, get some quotes and/or arrange yourself and take it from there.

Comment on Best business class to serve SA from EU and most relevant miles program by missy

missy — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 08:56:14 +0000

Traveling to South Africa and want to offer yourself a Business Class experience? Depending on the origin, the following airlines offer seats in Business Class: American Airlines, United Airlines, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic.

Comment on Best business class to serve SA from EU and most relevant miles program by Alice

Alice — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 08:55:54 +0000

As a premium airline, United Airlines is an ideal choice for business class flights to South Africa. From delicious meals paired with the best beverages to our individualized and warm service, the airline ensures that passengers are relaxed and refreshed throughout the travel.

Comment on emirates cabin luggage size? by jerry

jerry — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 08:55:30 +0000

In my experience with Emirates, they can sometimes be quite strict with the size and weight of the carry on at outstation airports and also depending on staff, they may ask you to put the purse inside your carry on and then weigh it so be mindful of the 7kg limit.

For a connecting flight in Dubai however it’s usually a different story, as while they can still weigh and check the size of your carry on at the gate, they rarely care about things like purses.

Comment on Best business class to serve SA from EU and most relevant miles program by pavlinika

pavlinika — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 08:54:04 +0000

In reply to Garret123. I am based in the UK (outside London). I looked at the different options and best seats seem to be with BA or AF. Not sure what the best loyalty program is between both. Any thoughts?

Comment on emirates cabin luggage size? by hannah

hannah — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 08:52:54 +0000

The number limit and weight limit are more likely to be enforced, and, yes, they frequently do not enforce those. (Never even consider the size limits; I couldn’t even tell you the dimensions of my standard carry-on.) Mileage may vary though.

Comment on emirates cabin luggage size? by garret

garret — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 08:52:28 +0000

Have flown with Emirates in economy carrying-on a rolling suitcase and a laptop bag, no questions asked. As Long as your purse isn’t masquerading as a second bag, you shouldn’t have any dramas it being considered as a personal item.