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DLandChris wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 12:03 pm I'm guessing you're asking specifically how flying is in these pandemic times?

If so, I've gone to WDW three times in the reopening conditions in 2020 and from California. I specifically flew out of SNA because of being local to Orange County and I just felt like it was safer than LAX in these times. When I first flew I was a little nervous. The masks didn't bother me, but it was whether I would be sitting next to anyone. That first time there was no one in between me and another in my row. That was August and in September it changed on the airline I usually take and rows were full.

I have read a few studies and it is safer to fly than to go to a local grocery store right now. I try to get window seats because that is the best for air quality safety.

Overall, it has been fine. Sometimes in airports you don't see people playing it as safe with some mask wearing issues and crowding. But, it's easy to avoid the crowds still. I really like that airlines are now boarding and disembarking by rows. So, pick a seat toward the back if you want to be on the plane first, or pick the seat toward the front if you want to be off first. Or get first class and don't worry about either one

I was also doing all carry-on because I don't even like people handling my bags in non-COVID times. But, even more now. Overall it's been good that airports haven't been too crowded and the flights feel more and more safe the more and more I travel. As for airlines, I didn't have a good experience with American and have had a good experience with United. I've heard people having good experiences with Southwest as another.

DLandChris wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 12:20 pm The mask enforcement on the flights have been good for the most part. I’ve noticed attendants telling people to wear them properly and they give masks if people don’t have them for some reason (airports don’t check).
One thing someone pointed out and now I’m actually considering checking on this if I go again soon: Airlines might let you buy a seat next to you if you’re willing to buy it. But, I think it’s if you are really concerned. Like I said, it’s a thought I have but I really felt fine with the flights this last December/January. The second return flight I didn’t have anyone in my row at all which does happen sometimes now.

Oh! I will say I know direct flights are usually nice but I did like having a layover to get a quick bite to be able to take my mask off briefly. You can have it off to eat snacks on the plane but I was putting it back on while chewing. Also, bring a few extra wipes to wipe down more of the seat. They say they wipe but it just made me feel better and other people were too. Also to wipe the seat belt.

Niknak88 wrote: ↑Sat Jan 30, 2021 12:29 pm
Wow, thanks so much, Chris!! Lots of good info!!