Going to the airport with NO IDEA where we are FLYING!

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  • @mmc9828
    @mmc9828 ปีที่แล้ว +291

    Those kids have no idea how blessed they are!

    • @kxrider1065
      @kxrider1065 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      One day we gonna have the opportunity we been waiting for 💯

    • @eac26114653
      @eac26114653 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      It's great that the kids can literally sit in a room and vote which of those exotic, exciting places they want to go to. Good for them!

    • @xxMyGodIsaDJxx
      @xxMyGodIsaDJxx ปีที่แล้ว +18

      But one day they will realize and be thankful for everything their dad made possible for them

    • @mmc9828
      @mmc9828 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agree. Once they are old enough to compare their lives to others is when they will see how lucky they are. @@xxMyGodIsaDJxx

    • @FlyingSig
      @FlyingSig ปีที่แล้ว +8

      They may not now but they will. I grew up in an airline family and while I didn’t appreciate the places my parents took us too at the time (old museums, landmarks, battlegrounds) as I got older it was amazing to think back on all the things that I saw in real life that I eventually would read and study growing up. And as the world has changed to be able to say you say this before xxx …

  • @welcometomylife6478
    @welcometomylife6478 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    *Drops everything I'm doing to watch another one of your videos!! ✈️✈️✈️

    • @alexandramsh4740
      @alexandramsh4740 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Exactly! I just pushed away my things to do at this moment, and exclaimed, “I’m going to a Rome with my favourite family on TH-cam! ❤️💫 Thank you, Captain! 🫡 xx

  • @john-meyer
    @john-meyer ปีที่แล้ว +91

    You’re an amazing traveler and an even more amazing family man. Thanks for sharing your stories, Captain.

  • @jcaam8094
    @jcaam8094 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    They way you got so emotional when you reunited with Olga just goes to show the amazing friendship you guys have.

  • @endeavor6307
    @endeavor6307 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Just did something similar myself last weekend, spontaneously non-revving to San Diego for a day trip. Then this weekend, going to DC with my parents. Non-rev travel is a whole different level of travel and im so grateful for it!

  • @theglasgownomad6814
    @theglasgownomad6814 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I worked for KLM in the late 70's and loved the fact that if you were appropriately dressed and space available, you were upgraded to 1st. I have watched your vlogs for a while now and it was nice to see you & your family enjoy the fruits of your labor.

  • @lindapawson3445
    @lindapawson3445 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    It’s really great to be able to travel like this as a family.✈️

  • @LiveInSydney
    @LiveInSydney หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Whats great about coming late to the party is I get to watch all your videos past and present for the first time as a binge!
    Bernie in Sydney

  • @mattdimarino4114
    @mattdimarino4114 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    This is the coolest video I've ever seen. Thank you Paul for inspiring me to start my pilot Journey. I have my first lesson next week. The editing and work you do on these videos doesn't go unnoticed. Thank you for producing such fun beautiful content and what an awesome memory and experience with your family. Thanks so much for allowing us to see into your life.

  • @megansmith1567
    @megansmith1567 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I grew up with parents in the hotel business so similar situation to your kids. They took us all over the world when they traveled for business. It gave me a view of the world very different from that of my peers. I still tell my parents about the impact it had on me and thank them for not leaving me (and my siblings) behind. These experiences were better than any toy I was ever given. Just found your site and look forward to following your travels!

  • @tandrastewart8157
    @tandrastewart8157 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’m 56 years old….I remember my parents attending my school events and ALL the things we did together as a family. The “things” they purchased me; not so much!! This is AMAZING ❤

  • @davidfacktor648
    @davidfacktor648 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I can speak from experience that your children will remember these experiences more than the materialistic things in their life.
    My now adult kids bring up our old trips all the time. Now they are doing this with their kids.

  • @brandonnelson5021
    @brandonnelson5021 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Why can’t social media always be this way? Cool parents; exceptional people!

  • @created77
    @created77 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    That is one amazing trip and those kids will remember it forever. Good work Dad and Captain!

  • @iamcool59
    @iamcool59 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your son is the absolute cutest! Love watching him in awe of his first Polaris experience. They are so blessed to have this kind of opportunity to travel!

  • @k2a2basinger
    @k2a2basinger ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love your son’s reaction as he gets into his seat!! 🥹

  • @afhyoutube
    @afhyoutube 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    You are a great dad. Just found this channel. I'm hooked.

  • @N1120A
    @N1120A ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Your son's excitement over the technology and pillows in the seat was just awesome. Raising some good kids there Paul.

  • @eddie918
    @eddie918 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I grew up with my dad being part of AA so I definitely know this feeling. Granted, we weren’t necessarily the most financial sound so never did Europe but got to explore a lot of the Spanish America and Caribbean.
    Didn’t grow up going to Disney in the summer but got to see countries like Chile and Argentina instead

    • @eddie918
      @eddie918 ปีที่แล้ว

      AA as in American Airlines

  • @Vincent12
    @Vincent12 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My best childhood memories is traveling with my family and grandparents. Part of what shaped me

  • @Marcos7I0
    @Marcos7I0 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Been in over 350+ Flights as standby pax, Both on UA and DAL! The best time ever working for the airlines! 3 years and Counting as Ramp Crew! cannot wait to see where the Airlines Take me next!

  • @shonnie089
    @shonnie089 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I would be as excited as Anders to sit in first class with all those amenities on a long flight. Great memories for the family!

  • @noahventer9029
    @noahventer9029 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Hey Paul. Just want to say thanks for inspiring me to become a professional pilot. I’ve started my flight training now at 17. Watching from South Africa 🇿🇦

  • @naominorwick5439
    @naominorwick5439 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love your comment about enjoying travel and experiences rather than things.

  • @Tonick34
    @Tonick34 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are so right about the memories vs stuff. In 2009 my parents took my family & my brother’s family to London & Scotland for 10 days. Our children, who are adults now still talk about that trip! My Mom said ‘our grandchildren are going to inherit memories’! The cousins are very close and my Mom couldn’t have said it any better ! Your kids will feel the same 💜

  • @kevinheard8364
    @kevinheard8364 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    First class, captain ... on every level.... thank you so much for sharing

  • @cds1848
    @cds1848 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    This was beautiful, Paul! Love to you and your family! I'll always cherish the trips abroad to visit my extended family in Europe as a young child...and the rides on a 747 and L-1011 in the 80s turned me into a total Av Geek at an early age!

  • @smith5312
    @smith5312 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We have a similar view to our kids having experiences. Every year for Xmas we have one big family experience present. Our kids have been hot air ballooning, skydiving, travelled nationally/internationally, concerts and heaps of others. Now the kids are older they can’t remember what toys and gifts they got but the remember every single experience they had. Experiences and adventures are far better than toys and screens.

  • @garyodle5663
    @garyodle5663 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I'm a retired flight dispatcher and used to non-rev quite a bit. It is a wonderful thing to be able to do. Unfortunately, my first day of retirement was April 1 of 2020 and my airline flew its last flight on April 7th. It went out of business due to COVID19. It was a regional airline and the major airlines we flew for took our airplanes away because they were reducing their flying system-wide. But at least I did it for a good long time and most people in this world never get to do it ... ever.

  • @carbonking53
    @carbonking53 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    That line about collecting a story versus collecting possessions is so true. The greatest memories in life are about people and places, not stuff.
    P.S.- I would have picked Naples😂.

  • @elizabethrufener7280
    @elizabethrufener7280 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have many fond memories of flying space available as a family. My dad also took each of us individually on flights he was working a few times. We were a family of 6 so it was a nail biter at times! ✈️

  • @wannafly34
    @wannafly34 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    What a great life you all are providing to your kids!!! Well done!

  • @alooga555
    @alooga555 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I used to get flight bennies working for a regional airline. My greatest adventure was when I got bumped in Pocatello, Idaho where I spent the whole day in and around the airport.

  • @annetuttle7712
    @annetuttle7712 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Paul, I love your videos!! This one takes me back to when I was a kid. I remember flights where my parents would count the number of people boarding a flight so they would know if they would make it!!! Didn't happen all the time, but a lot! We lived one mile due west of SFO and as we would drive by the airport, my mom would say, "there goes a plane and I'm not on it!!"

  • @evomink
    @evomink 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is so great! You are creating amazing memories that you and your family will have forever. Just awesome and totally inspiring.

  • @karolrust2300
    @karolrust2300 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Bravo for enlightening your kids with invaluable experiences!! Amazing trip!!🎉✈

  • @chasehill4423
    @chasehill4423 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Just did my first solo XC earlier this evening, thanks for the inspiration and thanks for the wholesome content. Always a joy to be able to appreciate the effort you put in to these. Keep it up!

    • @grayrabbit2211
      @grayrabbit2211 ปีที่แล้ว

      Congrats! I did mine last year. My first solo didn't bother me at all, even despite mechanical problems on my first solo lap. It was just 'another day at the office'. I did my XC without a problem to a town in the middle of nowhere with no real reference points on the ground, no problem. BUT, for some reason I was very nervous about the long XC.
      KSPG probably wasn't the best choice for this, with 4* glide slopes that drop you in over the tops of buildings on one runway, across the non-descript water on the other 3. Runways half the distance of what I'm used to, oh...and the PAPIs AND ILS were inop that day. Lucky me. Gusty & variable winds. Did I mention gusty with a crosswind? I came in too high on the first attempt, went around and had a reasonable landing for the second. After I landed and was still on the runway, tower sequenced the next aircraft to the other, longer runway due to the winds. Thanks tower! The flight home was uneventful.

  • @veebra94
    @veebra94 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you so much for this amazing content! I’m from the Midwest as well (Michigan) and I just met a pilot online. I’m a huge fan of the family values that you have and how you are able to do quality time with the family. It’s my love language, and so I appreciate you showing how a pilot can do quality time with his family. I’m also a HUGE fan of your wife’s silver plane charm necklace! 😍 was that a gift by any chance?

  • @shivamottahed3575
    @shivamottahed3575 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love how you and your Family are Living Your Best Lives. I love how adventurous your entire family and your kids are amazing. Thank you for sharing all of this with us all.

  • @paulprigge1209
    @paulprigge1209 ปีที่แล้ว

    This disabled country boy appreciates time with your family sharing. God bless

  • @hudsonpitts994
    @hudsonpitts994 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This may have been your best video yet, Paul. Love the family adventure! The family that travels together...

  • @claudiarusso6702
    @claudiarusso6702 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Captain Paul you are creating some amazing memories for your kids that they will be sharing with your future grandkids. What a fabulous family, a true blessing. I hope to see you on one of my flights out of Newark soon!👌👏👏👏👏

  • @UTarcher72
    @UTarcher72 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video is precisely why i became a pilot. Just a few months away from meeting ATP requirements. Looking forward to it!!

  • @Secretasianman969
    @Secretasianman969 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Lovely family! I’m glad I found your channel! Bravo!

  • @carranzabigb
    @carranzabigb ปีที่แล้ว +8

    That was awesome. I’m in the process of trying to determine what flight academy program to apply too - your videos have been an inspiration over the years. 👍🏽

  • @annieojile7995
    @annieojile7995 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Scooteroma here! So thrilled you and your family could ride with Alessio & the Squad. Til next time... take care!

  • @CloudSurfingG
    @CloudSurfingG 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    BRAND NEW SUBSCRIBER! What an awesome channel.
    Non-Rev has got to be the best perk of working for an airline (here in the UK, we don't really have it the same, as the US Carriers)
    After 18 years as a flight attendant, I would often arrive at the airport with no destination in mind and just go. Friends barely left the city on days off, I flew all over Europe for practically free!
    Keep up the great work, and best wishes from here in Liverpool, England.

  • @AreTheyAllYours
    @AreTheyAllYours ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for giving us a glimpse into your trip. The excitement of your son was so precious, and I love what a good sport your daughter is. And yay for Fanta that isn’t glowing neon orange! 😅
    I love you channel - you videos played a huge role in me overcoming my flight anxiety that came out of nowhere a few years ago. I have since taken nine of my kids to Europe for a month this summer, and I’m going back with four of them in early December for 10 days to tour Christmas markets in Germany - and flying United! You have no idea how much of a part your videos had in that! Thank you! 🙏

  • @JamboNICO
    @JamboNICO ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your best video yet. I got emotional hearing your closing comments regarding your children. I share that sentiment and hope my two little boys enjoy similar experiences that theyll carry with them all their lives.
    Next time youre posted to Edinburgh, let me know!
    Keep the content coming!

  • @JamesRenallo
    @JamesRenallo ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the video! My dad was ramp service out of ORD. He has since passed away, but growing up I had plenty of memories in hotel rooms huddled around a laptop figuring out if we'll get home. Awesome to see that you're making the same memories with you kids!

  • @simonweber4782
    @simonweber4782 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your kids will always remember these moments. Your family is blessed to have you as their father and husband. I love your channel! thanks for showing us the beauty of humanity.

  • @user-fb1yt9ji4m
    @user-fb1yt9ji4m 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    yup captain, ALL POSITIVE, LIFE IS GRAND, NO PROBLEMS

  • @FrancisSiuChock
    @FrancisSiuChock ปีที่แล้ว

    Memories live on forever...continue living life and gathering more memories as a family!

  • @davidgiles5030
    @davidgiles5030 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Last easter we went to Geneva. My son in law is a pilot on the 787. We drove to YUL. He looked at the loads and bingo on our way to Geneva in Business class. Easter Monday we returned again in Business. So nice to have a bed and sleep for most of the trip. Spoiled us rotten.

  • @SvenReigle
    @SvenReigle ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful story.

  • @kimberlylalley7255
    @kimberlylalley7255 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful vlog and lucky family. ✈️✈️✈️

  • @Ken_Leivonen
    @Ken_Leivonen ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Paul, I do not know how I missed this one when it came out, what a fun trip to take the family on. You are so right about collecting experiences over things, That has been my approach for the past 12 years and I am so happy about it. Cannot wait to do more travel and to collect more in the future! And to see yours and you family’s adventures, thanks for taking us along! Ken

  • @tiagocarvalho7117
    @tiagocarvalho7117 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Paul, i AM in Portugal and never been on Rome. You are so lucky. Best regards from Aveiro.

  • @denflyer832
    @denflyer832 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another great video Paul. You’re family and dynamic + outlook on life are an inspiration to us all. Keep it up!

  • @skris-xf2rn
    @skris-xf2rn 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The planning, the excitement and energy (in the smiles), truly a fulfilling video. Thank you for sharing.
    May you guys never lose this bond, Safe travels!
    PS : If you ever looking to adopt an older son, hit me up.

  • @FlightLifeBudgets
    @FlightLifeBudgets ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m non-reving to Geneva for less than 36 hrs for my birthday. Our industry allows us the most amazing adventures.

  • @ricardomartins1783
    @ricardomartins1783 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Making long lasting family memries. I did tje same last December in Rome too. Love your Paul, grretings from PT

  • @catarinacw
    @catarinacw ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve been watching your content for about a year and am SO impressed by your stories and your zest for life. Truly inspirational. I keep
    wondering when your channel will blow up to 1M viewers because your content is THAT good.

  • @tuglean
    @tuglean ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good stuff, thanks for sharing

  • @SlightlyJason
    @SlightlyJason 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    your reflections on the trip section brought me to tears.

  • @ernest160772
    @ernest160772 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What a Lovely Family

  • @debmcgimpy5958
    @debmcgimpy5958 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    LOVE it!! I love spontaneous trips. What wonderful memories!! Thank you for sharing! I know you put a lot in these videos, but ohh, how I'd love to see even more! 😊

  • @philsandler
    @philsandler ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely an amazing family adventure, thanks for sharing.

  • @jenmal898
    @jenmal898 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You guys are too cute!! ❤ thank you for sharing 😊

  • @meanderingmedic
    @meanderingmedic 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Just come across your chanel. Brilliant well made vids...

  • @safferms
    @safferms ปีที่แล้ว

    Once again, Paul, s great vid. I love the way that you always bring a moral value or ethical principle comment into your vids. The world needs more of that. Keep the sunny side up!

  • @golferpro1241
    @golferpro1241 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job brother!

  • @coasttocoasters
    @coasttocoasters ปีที่แล้ว

    We’re fortunate to use my companies staff travel too for random adventures and seeing the look on my boys face for the first time when flying in business class was amazing! I love seeing all of your adventures, it’s such a nice part of working in this industry!

  • @jerryn8333
    @jerryn8333 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Way fun! Thanks for sharing your adventrues with us.

  • @rcgrizz
    @rcgrizz ปีที่แล้ว

    Love, love, love! Memories with the fam that will last a lifetime! Good for you, sir! BTW…beautiful family! Peace be with you.

  • @davidoneal1518
    @davidoneal1518 ปีที่แล้ว

    I loved this video. My husband worked for United and we used to do this all the time. Brussels for Thanksgiving, Chicago for pizza, Burlington VT to just get out of the heat for the 4th of July. We haven’t done this in a while though because seats are always full. We always buy tickets now but once I’m retired, we will have to start doing this again.

  • @markmccann8032
    @markmccann8032 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely loved this video! I always get nervous non-revving (even though my wife and I are both CASS) because unless I'm on my own metal I never know how many seats are available. ID90 is a little lacking in that department! I can't imagine doing it with kids in tow. It's so uplifting to see you provide such great experiences for your kids. 😊

  • @adamrosales3617
    @adamrosales3617 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    first time watching you channel and i love it. b6 flight attendant here and would love to have you and your family on board take care keep making more of these.

  • @susanspence3029
    @susanspence3029 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super good video! What an amazing experience for your family!

  • @FlyingSig
    @FlyingSig ปีที่แล้ว

    What a perfect day to travel… As full as flights have been to have multiple options to get up front with a whole family!

  • @Im.LindaLu
    @Im.LindaLu ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such a wonderful, non rev life. I’m hoping and praying that I’ll have lots more adventures with my grandkids. Thanks Paul for your great videos and encouragement to travel. ✈️❤️✈️

  • @lukaszchatys3620
    @lukaszchatys3620 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an amazing and wise video!! All the best to you and your family from Warsaw, Poland.

  • @phillipday2391
    @phillipday2391 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Funny you mentioned drinking Fanta for breakfast because I saw that when you were at Ginger and I thought, wow what a couple of cool parents letting their son have soda with breakfast.

  • @scottgoode9874
    @scottgoode9874 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your channel has grown and grown!! Fantastic family holiday for the weekend! Life is short great to see you are making the most of it with your beautiful family. Thank you

  • @ChuckConnNYC
    @ChuckConnNYC ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is a beautiful video, well done

  • @iainmcl400
    @iainmcl400 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great comment about memories rather than possessions. My dad worked ground staff for BA and my first overseas flight was Edinburgh to Brisbane. I still remember trying to go upstairs on the 747 at Heathrow like it was a double deck bus at home. Only first class up there! The worst thing about staff travel was being on stand by and having to run through Heathrow at the last minute. That was 45 years ago but lots to remember about that flight.

  • @Allan-Lauder
    @Allan-Lauder ปีที่แล้ว

    This is fast becoming my favourite you tube channel, I love your family sense of adventure, it’s so uplifting to see.

  • @dannelson6019
    @dannelson6019 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful family you have. What a great life we have.

  • @chasingstatustravel
    @chasingstatustravel 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great words. Watched and loved your videos for a long time.
    Have an 18month little girl now, Done 17flights with her. Mainly around Europe and Cruising. Love to make the experiences. Enjoying the journey and seeing the family.
    Love from Scotland ❤
    Craig

  • @rsoxfan123
    @rsoxfan123 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is so beautiful. I hope I can take my kids on adventures like this one day. Good job mom and dad!

  • @jefbjork
    @jefbjork ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your vides and adventures! Keep up the awesome content! I miss my days working at Mesaba and being able to non-rev fun places. Now I work for the MAC and get to watch everyone on their way to/from having fun adventures. Safe travels!

  • @SkyCruiser162
    @SkyCruiser162 ปีที่แล้ว

    Exactly the kind of life I’m building for my daughter and I…I’m currently working on my ppl 😊 I’m so excited for the future. I’m very happy for your family. Thank you for sharing Captain 👨🏻‍✈️

  • @erich3131
    @erich3131 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the coolest thing ever!! So jealous to be able to just pick a random place and go!!

  • @paulrom446
    @paulrom446 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Here's a funny one! Years ago when I worked for COEX and I'd just earned my wings for 90Days Probation I rode up to our Hub at CLE! Went to Rock Hall Tower 🗼 City 🏙️ the Flats! Did a Day Turn and was back home 😔🏡 that night 🌉!

  • @vishnuriyer6013
    @vishnuriyer6013 ปีที่แล้ว

    Paul , I love you man. You literally living the dream I'm working towards right now. I absolutely love your videos.

  • @philam9612
    @philam9612 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow! Discovered your blog today. Looking forward to more of your family trips and blogs. Just like you I also have a son and a daughter. ❤ ❤❤

  • @jenniferloseke8648
    @jenniferloseke8648 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow - what an amazing experience! My husband and I are very much about teaching our daughter to enjoy experiences rather than possessions. Loved all the smiles you and your family had!

  • @marcusoakley4164
    @marcusoakley4164 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have followed you since I knew being a pilot was obtainable for me, this is by far my favorite video! Shows the perks of being an airline pilot, and how truly awesome going on adventures with your family! Love it!

  • @tracymckinley709
    @tracymckinley709 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just found your channel and this video really speaks to me! We are fortunate that my wife's family lives in Portugal, so we fly through Lisbon to visit family and see everything the country has to offer every year or so. I have the same thoughts, that I hope our kids appreciate these opportunities and value the experiences we are able to give them more than anything else!

  • @coreyfreeto3226
    @coreyfreeto3226 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is a truly amazing adventure! I love it! Excellent job to you and your family.