Bad Airplane Seats to Avoid in 2025

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

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[@GlueStickChick]

I never, never make comments on anyone’s KZbin! I have to take a minute and tell you I think everything that you say and do is amazing. I believe you truly want to help your audience! We have been traveling nonstop since Covid and retiring. I have watched all of your videos and do not have one negative comment to make. I have pulled so much great information from you! I don’t know if you’ve ever mentioned this, but I do take the backpack or bag that I put under the seat in front of me and use it as a footstool. It does really help in long flightsto have something to prop your feet up on. Again, your videos are the best!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thank you for your kind words. I am so glad you find my videos helpful. Love that tip especially to keep the circulation going on a long flight!

[@spark_6710]

I have done that before ( using my bag as a foot rest )It was helpful !! 👍💜🥁🐲🎤🎶💕🎄🎉🎈💞

[@CW-CDubs]

I do this, too, and even carry a garbage bag in the exterior pocket of my underseat bag to cover it so my shoes don't make it gross.

[@wandrousvindella716]

@@CW-CDubs we use shoe covers on every single flight and dispose of them as we exit to the first restroom. You just never know. We're retired from Pathology. Yes to the bag and shoe covers, we've even sometimes used doggy poop bags, as we always have those stashed away 😉

[@PetsitterTails]

We all know by now there is no good airplane seat unless the seat beside you is empty

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Ooh that would be a gift

[@lakegirl885]

Flight Attendant here; Don't pick the row right behind Premium or Comfort Plus. The Premium seat ahead of you will recline more and you have MUCH less room. Yes, the aisle seats have less under seat room, mostly because of the seat hardware on the 737s. Moving seats when there is an open seat. ASK US, please! We will probably say yes, especially if you are nice. We have to say no to moving to a Premium seat because other Pax will report us and we get in trouble.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thanks for the tips! I’m glad you’re giving some insight on this.

[@flynn1a]

You have made a zillion videos about flying, but you still pack a gob of new hints in each new one. It’s amazing!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thank you! I am always learning new things too.

[@Christina-wb6sg]

@@flynn1a agree!!

[@Evonnetanyikoon]

Agreed ❤all videos w ❤

[@carmenr560]

Laurie, You are so right about the room under airline seats changing and about the size of seats changing in airlines with a 2 5 2 configuration. I just recently flew Aer Lingus from Amsterdam to Seattle and my husband and I both sat in the 2 seats on the sides of the plane. The distance between seats is less. I'm 5'0 and my knees were 1 inch away from hitting the seat in front of me. Those seats in the middle of the plane seated to get more space. Also when the person in front of me leaned back, the screen on the seat head rest felt like it was so close to my face. Don't get me started about eating or using the tray table. Also, my backpack (which usually fits under the seat in US domestic flights) had to be placed in the overhead bin. It was a long 9 hour flight and made me reevaluate what I will travel with in the future. Love your videos and tips! Keep up the good work! Merry Christmas!🎄

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Oh wow! It makes us have to be our own advocate and read the fine print.

[@pamharris7596]

Yes, last week I had the aisle seat for the first time in my life, and I now understand its drawbacks. I'm a window "seater" and I thought the middle seat was the only one with drawbacks but I realized there's less room under the seat in the aisle seat, I had to kick my bag to make it fit lol. Plus, I found I couldn't fully relax because of the people constantly walking the aisle and the flight attendants and their carts. I also couldn't see out the window at all from that spot. The experience left me with less hate for the middle seat unbelievably.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I think a lot of people are surprised by that! The aisle seat is great for getting to the restroom, but everything else about it makes me prefer the window seat...sometimes.

[@georgiafrye2815]

And ...getting bumped all the time and therefore no rest in the aisle seat.

[@Stixenterprise]

FAA, in cooperation with ICAO, needs to change the minimum time between flight changes to 2 hours for international flights. 1.5 hours for domestic routes.

[@annastory349]

I don't fly that often, but on our last flight that electrical box under the aisle seat was a menace! I like that seat for ease of using the toilet but it was bad enough that I am debating on whether or not to take a personal item at all; I'd rather have room for my feet I think. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

That's rough, I'd rather have room for my feet as well!

[@janicescott6127]

I had a problem standing up when the person ahead of me had their seat reclined. There is not enough room to stand straight. I had to ask to put the seat up to get out.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Good for you for being your advocate in a nice way. Do you remember what airplane it was? Like a 737 or an Airbus something or a 50 seat airplane?

[@frankieowens4707]

​@TravelTipsbyLaurie I have had that issue before as well, & I'm only 5'2" , 105 lbs! I also asked the person to please adjust seat for me to get out. It was JetBlue (NOT a fan!!)

[@daledevernon56]

Hi, love to see a video about business and first class, if it's worth the price, pros and cons etc.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I don't know when I will fly it again lol. It really depends on the individual and what you are willing to spend. I will most likely purchase first for any over seas night flight.

[@pjhosang2977]

I just flew premium economy to Vienna and it was more comfortable than the main cabin and worth the extra money for an overseas flight. However, the space for a personal item was awkward for the aisle seat (I’m a bit claustrophobic) and the foot rest was worthless and took up space for the personal item area, even when in the up position.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I agree that it does not help being under that seat unless I will be sitting upright.

[@chrismurray2237]

Long time follower here! Merry Christmas! Keep up the great work. You’ve really grown into your page. Great to see such a nice person doing well on FB. 🌸🌺

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thank you! You too!

[@kenbrown2808]

on our return flight from Iceland, we were in row 13. I finally figured out on that trip - if one person in the row is going to the bathroom, everybody should. that way everybody is up at once,

[@MeiLee-t2v]

13 is only unlucky in some cultures. In other cultures, they have several different unlucky numbers, depending on the sub-culture, which works out well because they do not have to avoid any number.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I agree. One passenger did not know that unspoken rule and I had to carefully climb while trying my best to balance without pulling the seat back in front of me to go to the lavatory.

[@kenbrown2808]

@TravelTipsbyLaurie i was thinking more of just eliminating the repeated disruptions of everybody goi g at separate times.

[@lesliereynolds4492]

I’ve done that?

[@BikesBobbers]

I always sit two rows fron the back, right side isle seat. Last to board, can extend my left leg (has implants that act up), nobody really uses the rear lavs, and most of the time PHX to SNA (and vice versa) nobodys even in the back three rows so often i get the entire back to myself

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Oh that sounds wonderful!

[@sgrant9814]

I am pleased to hear you speak about the aisle seat being narrower than others. I thought i was imagining it until i measured it with an app on my phone and on a recent montreal to cdmx air canada flt,. i paid extra for comfort plus with extra legroom but had and aisle seat and was so confined....and i am thin! I measured my seat and the middle one nxt to me and the aisle seat was over an inch narrower! There was also considerably narrower leg room under the seat in front of me

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Wow! Frustrating right?

[@robinps52]

Laurie, there is a seat that is worse than a bulkhead or an exit row seat: the exit row-bulkhead combo where I ended up this year on a 10 hr. long-haul flight. It wasn’t comfortable or convenient at all, but I was grateful to be making the trip at all. I’ve used SeatGuru for several years & swear by it! There are also comments about specific seats from other travelers which are helpful. I hope you & your family have a very Merry Christmas & lovely New Year! I’m looking forward to more tips in 2025.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

That's a tough spot to be in! I think you must have had a very exciting adventure!

[@KateKay28]

Oh man I found out about the bulkhead the hard way on a flight few years back. Was proudly sporting my splurge on the return flight, a purse I’d purchased on the trip, when I was told to put it up above me. It wasn’t an enjoyable 30 minutes 😅 (I’m one of those that likes “my stuff” nearby even if I’m not using it). No more bulkheads for me.

[@evelynwald9132]

You are so right about 50 minutes not being long enough to make a connecting flight and especially if you are flying into a major hub. I know this and am very careful when I book as I did recently. So what happened is that the airline changed my flight time which decreased the 90 minutes I had in my original ticket, down to 58 minutes and my change is in the Atlanta airport. Ugh, I’m hoping that since this flight is still in the future, that the airline will make another adjustment in the right direction. For years I have noticed that the under the seat room for the aisle seat is the smallest. I would buy a bag specifically for under the seat only to be thwarted by a new configuration for the aisle seat. I have 2 beautiful bags that are not useable for storing under the aisle seat (I used to do a lot of business travel). Thank you for all your helpful tips!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thanks for watching!

[@limitlessbianca]

I had a similar experience. I was flying to Munich through Amsterdam. I only had about 50 minutes in transfer time. I didnt know Schipol was *that* large, and didn’t know I’d have to go through immigration at Schipol (not Munich). I baaaaarely made it, but the most annoying thing is I flew KLM! Both flights were KLM, booked through their official website. KLM’s base is Schipol and they should know 50 minute stopover from international to eu-territory is barely enough 😭😭 (edited for clarity)

[@evelynwald9132]

@ It makes it so much more stressful than needed! You would think that computer programs are designed to capture things like that.

[@lyndasteinway4759]

Very helpful even for a former F/A! So much has changed .

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

It changes so quickly! But it gets me where I want to go.

[@susanroby1010]

Merry Christmas. Our son is flying home tomorrow from msp to Atl. He is happy to leave that cold weather behind for the holidays. Now I have to check his seat reservation after watching this.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Did you have a wonderful visit?

[@susanroby1010]

@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Yes, thank you. He is still here. We are going to enjoy as much time as possible before he goes back. Happy New Year!!

[@ruthvaughan450]

My husband & I were assigned the last row of seats on our full 13 hour flight from Dallas to Israel. What a nightmare!! Especially for my 6’1” husband who had to sit with his legs out in the aisle. Horrible flight!

[@Graykitty-j6q]

That is horrible

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Oh how awful! What do you mean you were assigned them?

[@carolinecoward469]

I flew United Premium Plus window seat from IAD-LAX last week. I couldn't fully fit my Nomad Lane Bento Bag under the seat in front of me, and the footrest was completely useless. Also the tray table was embedded in the window side armrest, so I could not use my new seat back pocket sleeve with extra pockets. The seat was nice but the extras were soooo not extra! 🛫✈️

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I 100% agree that we do not need it.

[@KateKay28]

I would add too regarding the IFE boxes that this is generally dependent on airline. Almost all of Delta’s planes have had these for years, so no real changes unless you haven’t flown in 5+ yrs, but some of the other major carriers are either rolling them out more extensively or removing them. Seat guru is a must. Make sure you read the comments on all the seats in the area you’re looking to sit.

[@Asphodel27one]

I like and choose the aisle seat on the back couple of rows! Relative peace and quiet, and often an empty middle seat for extra space.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

That is true sometimes! Enjoy your next flight.

[@PhyllisMcGuire-e2g]

Merry Christmas! Thanks for the “seat choice” video. I’m trying to book flights to Bali, Indonesia; talk about long hauls! This info will help make this flight more comfortable. Happy Holidays!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Oh wow long haul for sure! Have a great trip.

[@stefh9248]

💖 Love your tips and tricks! Merry Christmas 🎄

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thank you so much!

[@scuba.princess]

You've made great observations. The seat pockets seem a waste now because nothing will fit in them. I don't recline my seat, ever, because it makes it uncomfortable for the person behind me. Airlines are making it exceedingly uncomfortable to fly anymore. I have stopped using SeatGuru because they're website has not been updated since 2020 for many airlines I use. I agree with you that first/business class is not worth it anymore. Gone are the days where you got a blanket and pillow, a preflight drink, and a meal. Pay more, get less is the motto of the modern world.

[@shayxtreme]

I agree with you about reclining. I simply don't. I'm 5 10" and if a person in front of me reclines in economy my legs are pretty much locked and i can barely move. My knees are literally against the seat in front of me. I think all seats shouldn't recline at all since they are making the space decrease. Advice to people,you are not at home so if you wanna feel at home then stay home.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Some of those seat pockets are so small for a flight.

[@lindamurphy3969]

I love the window seat. I usually don’t need a restroom break, maybe once on a flight over 4 hours. I like not being disturbed and being able to look out the window. If I’m getting tired, my airplane jacket can be folded up and leaned against the window and I have a really comfy corner to rest my head for a bit.

[@cindyann9571]

I've notice these things. Thank you for the tips❤

[@DonnaSommerHoustonTX]

Hi, I love your videos and learn so much. We live in the same town and I always keep an eye out for you at Nordstroms. 😊 Thank you for the travel tips!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thank you! I am usually there sporadically.

[@BlindSquirrel425]

Thank you! This info is consistent with my recent experiences. So many changes in the industry!

[@CruisingEngineer]

Great video. Another reason to avoid the far aft row, or rows, is that the bathrooms and/or the galley are located there, and it can get busy and noisy, and the aisle is always occupied with passengers standing and waiting..

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I find that my airpods cut that noise, but the lighting for all night flights can be very annoying.

[@melanies.6139]

I saw another video today that mentioned some airlines removing or reducing the seat back pockets to save on weight. 🤷‍♀️ My husband and I just booked a trip to Australia next spring and paid ( A LOT) to upgrade to Premium Economy for the extra leg room and wider seats for the 14 hour leg on Air New Zealand. Hopefully it’s worth it. 🤞

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I hope it is worth it for you. It should be wonderful!

[@wailupewahine]

I am a cheap-o and can suck up a lot of discomfort. But when for family reasons I had to fly regularly from DC to New Zealand I always spent the extra money for Premium Economy. For me it was necessary to survive the trip.

[@melanies.6139]

@ Thanks, that’s good to know! The longest we’ve flown is 6 hours to London last year, which is nothing, but I thought my husband was gonna die, lol. For 14 straight hours, I think the upgrade will be worth it. 😊

[@margolawnerd2776]

We used Seat Guru last night to book our seats for an upcoming trip, along with the airline's map for our specified trip as we pay them directly for the seat. Love it!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Yay!!

[@lyndaplancarte4895]

On a Delta flight from Boston to SLC I was seated in the row directly behind First Class...it's considered a bulk head row. Issue is thst the monitors are attached to the floor and even if not in use, there is a metal pad that sticks out from the lower seat area and puts pressure against, in my case, my left leg. Then across the aisle was a bathroom. I thought that was a hoid idea if I needed to use the bathroom, which I didn't but everyone else on that flight used that bathroom and everyone that went in to the bathroom slammed the door!! Sounded as if everyone was mad!!!

[@EileenSpeakman]

I've been watching your travel tips for quite a few weeks, I've learned some useful ideas for travelling in the UK. And I'm really thankful that I no longer travel anywhere by air - it all looks so complicated. Happy Christmas everyone. E❤

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

That is so funny that you chose to watch an airplane video if you no longer travel by air.

[@EileenSpeakman]

@TravelTipsbyLaurie. All the travel tips channels and the various comments show me useful packing ideas, suitable luggage and tote bags, how to wear a coat backpack style by adding removable straps inside. I've just bought a couple of compression cubes to try out, and a set of non compression cubes. Another channel showed multi pocket utility vests, and a full length coat with many many many (16?) pockets. I found a utility vest in a charity shop for £4.50, it looks unused.. Not quite the pocket sizes I'd like but I shall give it a trial run - anything to help lighten the crossbody and shoulder strap bags. I may even try making my own, patterns are avsilabke. One hand hauling the wheelie case and the other hand free for a folding walking stick for rough ground so I don't carry totes by hand or on the shoulder - every bag must have a handle sleeve, plus two handles to slip over my arm, plus a shoulder strap.. . And at 4 score years the weight of everything becones an issue. Also size - 2 small cases fit better into my son's car instead of one big one because the boot also takes my toddler granddaughter's big folding buggy pushchair, changing bag, snack foods bag and bag of colouring books , crayons, and toys so she doesn't become bored and fractious. Through these channels I've also looked at the small bags in the luggage section of TKMaxx., and found the near perfect crossbody bags for daily use. So, I may no longer be flying so I don't have to concern myself with size restrictions, hoping my luggage arrives with me, crowded airports, major delays, huge temperature changes at my destination, and being confined in a small space (I'm not good at being shut in - a touch of claustrophobia?) ... but I do travel in the south of England, , by car or public transport, so I have always made my cases identifiable with neon webbing straps/and knotted around the handles. Happy Christmas to all. UK. E♥️

[@EileenSpeakman]

PS. And if I do end up needing a flight somewhere I have all these channels to guide me about how I should prepare. I've always filled and taken small toiletry bottles and pots abroad (and travelling in the UK) and bought large new when I arrived. Didn't always need to open them. Left them all, for the hotel cleaning staff, with a thank you card. E♥️.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

@@EileenSpeakman Oh now I see! Come back here any time and enjoy!

[@EileenSpeakman]

@@TravelTipsbyLaurie Laurie - I always watch the travel tips channels for new products, clothing, staying safe in hotel rooms, just anything and everything, especially lightweight . The one thing I cannot do is have woollen clothing - itch itch itch! Because I am skin sensitive. I understand some merino wool can be okay, ditto cashmere? If I ever see 100% either in a charity shop I will buy and try. I may buy either as knitting yarn and make a simple scarf to try. I bought a charity shop jumper that had part wool, itchy after 20 minutes or so. I now read all the labelling. I gave it to a friend who uses it as a first layer under her top jumper or sweatshirt. I always offer the unwanteds to family, friends and local community before donating to the charity shops. Happy holidays, see you in 2025. E♥️

[@ginger_80]

In hotels and most corporate buildings, they don’t have a floor 13 too. I prefer an aisle seat as well. I drink over a gallon of water a day.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Health is wealth!

[@ausflygirl3430]

Excellent!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I hope it helps!

[@mamanothing9506]

Just got back from Florida and my hubby and I tried something we have never done- we each sat in an aisle seat across from each other. We also chose Even More Space Exit seats ( row 11C and 11D)-Jet Blue. We loved them! So much leg room even with backpacks stowed under seat in front of us , and they did recline. We also were lucky that there were no other people sitting in our rows both going to and from Florida! We may do this again next year as it was a very good experience for us. Blessings and Happy Holidays!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

So much fun I bet! Sisters 🎶

[@wandrousvindella716]

Great tips ! Bulkhead was my choice when I traveled with my children (easy access for them ) and when I traveled non stop to Paris with my best friend we got the last seat to be near restroom & attendants ( my friend had a minor surgery before the trip & this was perfect for us ) But now I get window for me & middle for the husband (he finally figured out aisle was not for him ) Happy New 2025 LOVE the pic of you & hubby ~

[@Chelebelle1120_]

All bulk heads are not ones you should avoid. There are AA planes that have under seat storage in the first class seats in front of you. Those are my favorite seats.

[@bobbiekay79]

Every one of your videos is amazing! I've taken SO much of your advice and product recommendations. Keep it coming! Have a wonderful holiday season. ❤

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thank you, I really appreciate it!

[@empop09]

I love the aisle. I feel so claustraphobic anywhere else. Plus now with kids I need the contained.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Ooh I bet that does help.

[@robingoong6775]

great advice

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Super!

[@AnnikenAllis]

I've had a seat in the last row lots of times. Airline I use most don't have reclining seats anyway & open back door so usually first off plus if plane isn't full there's more chance of empty seat next to you.

[@Christina-wb6sg]

Love your tips!!!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

So glad!

[@dianemeyerphoto]

Awesome information! thanks

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thank you!

[@TheJwjenks]

I have used Seat Guru for years. It provides great info as do you! Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy 2025! 👍👍

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thanks for watching, and same to you!

[@Chrissy85308]

I flew 1st class in 2004 to Omaha and we didn't get food 20 years ago either. We go a tiny bag of trail mix. The seat was a bit wider and there was more leg room but honestly I wouldn't do it again unless I was flying maybe one coast to another for that wider seat and leg room.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Hope you had a merry Christmas!

[@cavgrey8]

I just flew Delta One from JFK to CDG. Got food poisoning 2 hours into flight from the meal served. At least the sound of the engine drowns out retching. I was down for 36 hours after landing.

[@cellomommy]

Love your channel Laurie. I also love the aisle seat because I feel less claustrophobic and can at least stretch one leg from time to time. And yes, the underseat area is smaller. Thanks for all your tips. You’re amazing!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I agree.

[@itsawonderfullife8718]

Appreciate your videos. I got a lot out of it, though I had been traveling 16h flight overseas and more for connecting flights to get to my destination. Have a blessed Christmas & prosperous 2025!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I am so glad they helped! Merry Christmas!

[@anne-marievr5710]

Awesome tips Laurie. When i am researching m y flight i take note o the seat clearance in inches that they tell you….there is a big difference between 31” and 29”. Merry Christmas and all the best in 2025. Thank you for all your helpful information.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Yes, it can make a big difference. Merry Christmas!

[@jhmumma]

Excellent video!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thanks!!

[@shelleybailey9120]

United changed their 1st class policy in January of this year in that they no longer serve a meal if the flight is under 900 miles. They never announced this change was coming so imagine my surprise when I flew from Denver to So Calif in December and had a meal but flew back a couple of weeks later in January only to be told there is no meal service. Needless to say, I wasn’t happy that I’d paid for the 1st class ticket months in advance thinking it would include a meal. I now save my money on any trip under 900 miles.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

These hidden changes are happening more and more with all those airlines.

[@karens2407]

I just love you Laurie! I'm a travel hostess and I have shared your name with all of my customers! Merry Christmas and see you with more of your great videos in 2025!

[@NancySommer]

Thank you for all the great tips! Merry Christmas to you and your family!

[@susiemejia7917]

Love your videos.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thank you Susie!

[@jacquelinef9632]

Thank you Laurie for another video with great travel tips! I prefer the window seat because sometimes I can rest one leg up on the small edge/ledge on the airplane wall. I also agree it affords a bit more room to lean against if I want to rest my head. Merry Christmas!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

That is a great tip, Merry Christmas to you too!

[@rosemaryaugustine130]

35 minutes to connect is what I see for many flights… and airports like Charlotte and Atlanta are quite the hike to next gate. Aisle seats have much smaller under seat space. I prefer the window seat, around row 8 and don’t hesitate to get up several times. Yes the aisle seat is narrower. I’m a size 14 and my hips barely fit. Love your videos. Happy New Year!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

No way is that enough time. Thx for watching

[@babsr8479]

I know what you mean about the boxes under the seats taking up space and the aisle seat having a narrow space. I think I had a foot rest on my Delta flight to Paris.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Yes, they both can take up valuable space for my personal item bag.

[@micheleratcliff213]

As usual your videos are spot on. Merry Christmas and thanks for all the tips.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thanks, I appreciate it! Merry Christmas to you too!

[@shelleykeeble9992]

I love your videos So much great stuff 🇨🇦❤️

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I am so glad you find them helpful!

[@amandajane8227]

I agree about being bumped in the aisle seat and I also find the feet area for the aisle seat is also reduced and awkward. The only advantage to the aisle seat is having to keep getting up and down for the middle and window passengers so you can keep exercised.

[@cynthiaslebodnik6945]

Merry Christmas 🎄 I'm traveling to England next September for a week's tour of Cornwall. I'm going to go a couple of days early so I can get over jetlag.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thank you and have a wonderful trip!

[@cparker7431]

Happy Holidays!! Great video!!!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thank you so much! Merry Christmas!

[@carlahayden2461]

I almost always book the window seat because I can lean against it. Especially good on long flights when I'm trying to sleep. I do my best to time my bathroom visits to coincide with at least one other person in the row. I fly out of a small, regional airport, then connect in a larger hub. I've found my personal bag doesn't fit under the window seat because something runs along the outside wall of the plane. Sometimes, I switch bags with the person next to me. Sometimes, I put it in the overhead bin, since my carry-on is usually gate checked on smaller planes. On these smaller flights, first class isn't worth an extra expense. I do get free upgrades on them from time to time as a loyalty member. My worst seat was on a United flight to Iceland. I was against the window when the guy in front of me reclined into my lap. I was not able to move the entire flight! The seats were so close that we couldn't walk between them. We just had to fall into our seats and I'm not a plus-sized person.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

So frustrating I know!

[@c2sands92]

Merry Christmas and happy new year to you and yours Laurie. Always glad to see your new videos. Take care and safe travels

[@sandimcdougall2909]

Excellent

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thank you for watching!

[@TracyAdams-bc5jx]

On my flight back to the States from Johannesburg last July I some how ended up with 2 empty seats beside me! I was in the middle row, aisle seat. I remembered the person on the phone saying something about the advantages to the seats near the back and I think that was it. There were several rows back there with 1 passenger per row. I was able to lay down to sleep for most of the way on a 14 hour flight! I will try to book in that area again when I go back this year and see if I am as lucky!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Oh hallelujah!

[@marybeauregard8028]

Had the very back row on a Delta flight recently (rebooked because of time) and it was the most uncomfortable seat/row I have ever been in. Saved money and got home quicker but what I suffered in back and leg pain due to cramped seating was totally not worth it.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I hear ya; it really can be so painful.

[@MariadeLuzSaldivar-v3i]

Loves your KZbin channel video is th a great channel on KZbin you have beautiful holiday happy new year 🎉❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thank you for the kind words and Happy New Year!

[@josephinecronin1195]

Seat behind the bulk head row if I have a tight connection

[@laurie6123]

Which seats smell diesel exhaust the most?

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I will ask him.

[@brandonthailand2062]

International planes last row does recline. I book last row window and aisle seats with my wife. We got an extra seat that way.

[@stephanieakins6666]

I just flew with Air France and KLM internationally and both had reclining back rows.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thanks!

[@judywelday9387]

Merry Christmas to you as well! Love your videos and look forward to news ones. We always travel first class, and I get the aisle seat. I have yet to have any issues but need that spot to stretch my bad right leg into the aisle during the flight. Happy New Year!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

And up there you do not have to look out for the cart very often.

[@clarkcalabrese5573]

Two more reason not to sit in the last row of an aircraft are the rear galley and restroom (depending on the aircraft). Nosier and stinky, too. You can always check Seat Guru.

[@jackielambes7208]

Thanks for these very helpful videos. Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

You are very welcome! Merry Christmas!

[@katonk9401]

After the recent crashes, the best seats may be those toward the rear.

[@cellgrrl]

I got seated near the galley on an overnight to London. Ugh. There were dishes clanking and banging, the cart kept going by bumping into me. The smell of coffee brewing did not help induce sleep, what little I expected to get. Then there was the chatter of the flight attendants. I agree stay away from those seats unless you are on a short trip and need to stay awake.

[@ritahuffstetler8947]

Yesss! The aisle seat's space under the seat in front, is much smaller. I thought it was my imagination.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

It's a real bummer!

[@janetleeadams7287]

True about reclining seats...............but I am heartily sick of people reclining so much that my food tray is almost under their seatback. I think seats need to be changed to recline only a couple of inches. That gives your neck a rest but allows the person behind you to still eat and to watch their videos. I have to wear glasses to watch the video and if the screen is only a few inches from my face, it is very uncomfortable. So folks please, sleep at home or learn to sleep sitting up. Please get your seatback out of my face !

[@hrw3mom103]

Unfortunately SeatGuru is no longer maintained or updated. A lot of people have switched to Aerolopa but they don’t have the great seat reviews like SeatGuru did.

[@beachmom19]

Merry Christmas to you too. I had always preferred the window seat so I could take pictures. After Covid I liked the aisle so I could face out and get up to use the bathroom too. For our trip to Switzerland this year we, for the first time, got premium economy seats, and they were great. We had the two by themselves. Still couldn't sleep because I need to have my feet up and there was a crying baby all night. So after we watched a video on the bulkhead seats in Premium Economy for our trip this year. ( we loved Switzerland so much we are going back) we noticed that the bulkhead seats have a footrest that you can elevated your legs. I am sure it isn't real high, but I am hoping it might be enough. I never wanted to be in a bulkhead seat before, but after watching so many of your videos, I now know to put anything I might need for the flight in a small bag that I can keep on the side pocket of the seat in Premium Economy , I will let you know in October, if I made a wise decision. Thanks again for all your tips. Happy New Year.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Have another beautiful trip in lovely Switzerland!

[@karenweinberg5585]

Another great video from you. Im like you with frequent bathroom trips and will never give up booking an aisle seat. Of course it helps that I'm only 5 feet and not wide. Dont see the link for Seat Guru

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Oh, sorry about that. It's seatguru.com

[@Cheryl28100]

Great video. Maybe next you could share about which personal item sizes will fit the various under seat areas. I have given up carrying the bento. Won’t fit well and for me it’s too heavy to carry once fully loaded. I too have noticed the aisle seat has a smaller under seat area. So frustrating.

[@dmwatters4560]

I got seats on a delta flight on row 13 and when I was double checking my flight later it said row 14. I called and they said they changed it to 14 and I could change it back if I wanted? As long as it was the little more expensive seats and not over the wing I was ok. Not sure if there is a seat 13 or not??

[@momdad5368]

I finally got a middle seat. I just let the airline assign me a seat. I am small so I have plenty of room. However, the people on either side of me took both armrests and their bodies spilled slightly over my seat. If I were taller or bigger, that would have been a problem.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

For sure!!!

[@renferal5290]

I too have to pee a lot so I always get the aisle seat.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I think that is the best for me too.

[@valerieburton4583]

I find the window seat cold. Great advice.

[@michellehall6091]

Love your jewelry

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Thank you!

[@jonny_mazerati9410]

I love the last seat in the back of the plane, no on behind u if your claustrophobic, also closest to the bathroom

[@TSShay]

I was a diehard window seat lover for YEARS. I enjoyed looking out the window and I wanted to be able to lean to sleep. However on my last trip I switched to aisle because there was a seat available and I was having tummy issues (not sick, just nervous belly issues...) I absolutely LOVED the aisle. It was a day flight so I wasn't sleeping. And I got lucky and nobody was in the middle seat so nobody disturbed me the entire flight to get up. I had so much room I never had before and if made the flight a lot more enjoyable. I think my new go to will be window for overnight flights and aisle for day trips.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

That is such a gift when there is an empty seat.

[@beverlygibson3546]

Hi, Laurie. I have a Lovevook backpack. The metal rods in the main compartment drove me crazy when I tried to squeeze it under the seat in front of me when I sat in an aisle seat. I was able to take the rods out. I just undid some of the stitches on the grosgrain ribbon a couple of inches, slid the rods out and was able to use my sewing machine to sew them up again.

[@TheSchnoodlemom]

Merry Christmas to you and yours!

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Merry Christmas to you too!

[@hrw3mom103]

Twice I’ve been in Premium Economy/Plus on international flights (AF and KLM). I forget which planes they were but they were a 3-4-3 configuration and there is a bar/box in the aisle seats on the 4 portion. I could not fit my bag under the seat AT ALL. The person next to me and I were fighting for foot space. Never again! I’ve only had footrests in Prem. Econ too.

[@jenib4057]

I had a flight last summer with the footrest. Hated it!!! If you have long legs or bigger feet it just gets in the way and made for a very uncomfortable flight back from Europe.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

I can see how that would be a problem!

[@nancymccormick-jw6834]

I have never been on a plane that has a foot rest, and I’ve never had a good seat on a plane, next time I fly I’m hoping to fly a little bit more comfortable. I’m a bit tall so if I had to get out of my seat too go to the bathroom and the person in front of me is reclining I couldn’t get out because their seat was in the way. I do think they have every right to recline, but I don’t recline. My legs are pretty long, every single flight I’ve ever taken I’ve had little bruises on my knees from hitting the front seat lol.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

It's like finding a bathing suit for tall people, it can be so frustrating! And trying to find jeans that are long enough for me.

[@brendanau7165]

I noticed on my last American Airlines flight that the seat belt announcement is different for "premium" seats asking them to fasten their seatbelt AND their harness belt. Why?

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

Those seats have a harness belt in addition to the regular seat belt-two separate belts.

[@brendanau7165]

@@TravelTipsbyLaurie I guess I am curious as to "why" they need the additional harness.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

@@brendanau7165 Oh, that's a fantastic question. I'll add it to the ask a pilot series video we are making tomorrow for next month. Thx for clarifying!

[@liss2503]

American Airlines aisle seats have less legroom now and the seats on the aisle seem to be thicker and lean back more so they are much closer to your face than before. So keep that in mind if you usually pick the aisle seat like I do. I have only flown in the first class bulkhead seats a few times. The last time I sat there I traveled with a checked bag and one carry on. It was much easier that way sitting in bulkhead.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

It seems like you are right.

[@denakelley4363]

I had a footrest on a flight two weeks ago with Alaska on one of their 737-Max aircraft in first class. It really wasn’t that great, but better than nothing.

[@TravelTipsbyLaurie]

For a long flight I think it would help with circulation.