LONG HAUL CABIN CREW: THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY! Lucy Jessica Carter

I was long haul cabin crew for Virgin Atlantic and thought I would make a video about all the ins & outs of being cabin crew.
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[@LucyJessicaCarter]

OK - Totally didn't realise this video would get so many views! Remember - I'm just sharing my truth :)

[@evefranco1095]

You're so pretty!

[@taniacraine3364]

What lipstick is this- it’s perfect,

[@Technobass100]

Thanks for sharing, good insight into Cabin Crew. I didnt realise it was so dam hard work, bravo hun, your well out of it.

[@Purpleflame679]

Did you have to pay for your training???

[@sophiecumby9504]

@@evefranco1095 and a hood idea but the last

[@hannahlou7011]

I used to work for Emirates and my god you summed up being cabin crew down to a TEE! the pre flight briefing anxiety, extortionately long hours taking a toll on your body, short layovers, working with people you don't know. I missed my granddads funeral because I wasn't allowed to go to it, caught pneumonia within the first few months of flying and ended my flying career with sinus surgery! haha oh the 'glamour'

[@dejanjordan]

Damn that sounds tought...

[@lauriebobs]

I used to work for British Airways and you have summed up exactly why I left in the end. It’s odd that you don’t realise certain things about yourself until you do this job. I always considered myself a relatively confident person. But, my god, the anxiety. I’d make myself sick with worry. Even came out in a fully body rash before reporting back fit for work after being off Ill. Just with the anxiety of having to go back to work. Thanks for making me see it wasn’t just me, and that I wasn’t alone. Xxx

[@mishalamjad3105]

@@lauriebobs what do you do now ?

[@JC-ce8uw]

Hey, I was wondering if you can offer me some advice.I love traveling and wearing makeup and looking presentable. I am thinking of working in the travel industry,however I don't necessarily want to be a flight attendant. Is there any other careers within the flight/travel industry where I can still travel the world?

[@annieyoung229]

Please please please do a hair tutorial on this look it’s stunning! 😍

[@AliceCrozier]

and makeup! She is looking so gorg in this vid!!

[@LucyJessicaCarter]

Annie Young I will ❤️❤️❤️

[@heatherxoxo8776]

@@LucyJessicaCarter love your hair style would love to see you do it x

[@paularodge56]

I'm cabin crew for a different airline and this is a very honest review. Especially when you first start flying it gets alot easier and enjoyable. I don't think you were criticizing the job you where speaking of your experience. I also dreaded the breifings but after more than 10 years in I'm much more confident. Cabin crew isn't for everyone but I work for a smaller airline and you get to know loads of people. I absolutely love my job but having 2 kids think I've come to the time to hang up my wings.

[@aoife0504]

It's such a shame that this was your experience, I've worked for airlines for 19 years and I love it. Tbh VA & BA are the worst paid, we've had people leave to go there and come back because they can't afford to live on the wage. I'm a cabin manager and don't conduct my briefings that way, it was like that years ago but in all honesty, you need to know the answers. If you don't, you're no use to me in an emergency. Harsh, but true. If I can't trust that you can think on your feet and know the answer in a briefing, it's my only indication of whether you'll know it on-board. The upside to that in my airline is that we all know each other. And that's invaluable. We are a family, be it short haul or long haul. Room parties for us are usually just a springboard to start off the evening. For anyone who's been put off, not all airlines are like this. It is tough, it's not just a glamourous jetting off everywhere with no work in between but it's also a lifestyle, not just a job xxx

[@nataliedebest]

aoife0504 what airline are you now? Xx

[@aoife0504]

@@nataliedebest it's a UK charter airline so I do both short and long haul

[@LucyJessicaCarter]

aoife0504 i passed all my rigs & emergency situation demos with flying colours, it was just the way you were made to feel in the briefings. I knew exactly how to evacuate a plane in an emergency 🚨😊! Glad you have found your passion, I have now find mine with KZbin ❤️🙌🏻 xx

[@aoife0504]

@@LucyJessicaCarter sorry Lucy, I didn't mean to intone you didn't know your stuff (as you mentioned, the question wasn't safety related but service). I was just trying to put it across (obviously badly!) from a seniors point of view. Personally, I think tough briefings are just an excuse for bullying and power play by some seniors. That is not how I like my day to start. There are many other ways of finding out if people know their stuff or not. And like I said, it's a shame that that's how you experienced airline life, because that's not a true reflection across the board. I'm glad you found your true passion too x

[@michaelstar1332]

Lucy Jessica Carter well said

[@Kavita_826]

I'm so naive, I always wanted to be a VA Cabin Crew & thought Virgin cabin crew girls always looked so polished and amazing & had no idea about "the other side" to it!

[@megancampbell5877]

This video is SOO true!! No one realises the realities of being cabin crew. I was also crew for VA last year, I got the job when I was 19/20 I did it for 6 months and at first I loved it! It was so surreal to be let loose in New York at the age of 19 but after the first few months it certainly wore off, I got so depressed. Yet people ask ‘can’t believe you left, that’s the best job ever don’t you miss it’ no not really because you are not helped at all when feeling so low!!

[@Lifebeinglilly]

Megan Campbell is cabin crew the same as a ‘flight attendant’?

[@shivanidogra7599]

Yes it’s same

[@molllyhepburn]

You give such good advice about everything!! that's probably one of the things that makes you such a good mum!!💕💕

[@LucyJessicaCarter]

Molly Hepburn thank you Molly I’m glad you enjoy me rambling on!! ❤️❤️

[@michelle353]

Thanks for that, its given me much more awareness and respect for cabin crew. I'm about to go on holiday and will keep all this in mind.

[@amandarobbins67]

Yes babe. Working with the public is soo frustrating lol

[@dejanjordan]

So okay this was one of the most honest videos that I have watched and a very long time very extensive and very real thank you for your honesty it's not always just rainbows and unicorns like most people think...

[@hayleybaker1]

Really enjoyed this, I applied for virgin, then I met my now fiancé...it’s good to hear how the job is. Thank you Lucy xxx💕

[@pippaflora7998]

Love how honest you are, and your hair looks gorgeous like that xx

[@melliemoss9669]

I always wanted to work in the travel industry but then children took over so I’m going to love this video! 💜

[@Commentator541]

Mellie D make it happen! World is so different now and everywhere there are English schools. Children could actually love living abroad!

[@Rebeccajp25]

I used to work for a ground-handling company and did VA check-in. We weren’t even directly employed by VA, but they made us watch a video and read a manual about grooming, because we were wearing Virgin’s uniform. I got a warning due to not wearing the correct shade of red lipstick!

[@mariab4250]

I hate flying, this would be the worst job ever for me. But its still interesting to watch😂😂😘

[@SpongebobLuvsMeee]

Start my Virgin Atlantic CC training next year - so excited! 💃🏽

[@debbiemason4270]

Read your comment 5 years later. How was it?

[@alicedalee]

I have so much gratitude for cabin crew because I could never do that job

[@FailteASMR]

I’m currently cabin crew and WOW you nailed it with this video 😂 personally I love my job but maybe that’s because I get a mix between long and short haul flights. You are stunning by the way! X

[@jordanwright1381]

Can’t believe what I’m watching!! I studied social work at university and dropped out to become a member of cabin crew 😂 crazy

[@gemmag6765]

How strange is this! I’m a cabin crew and was thinking about you today, and was thinking that I wished you did a story time about this!!! So excited to watch x

[@7861hotcakes]

The thing with u is or shud I say the thing I love about your videos is your very honest ...u don’t sugar coat anything...u say it as it is the good the bad the nice all I love that and it shows in urvideos keep up the good work

[@katiepurcell8270]

Hey Lucy, I was cabin crew for a while in 2001 & omg totally agree with everything u said. People have a perception of cabin crew which is far from the truth. Thanks for this video xx

[@scarlettjohnson6385]

Love this video! I love your jumper and your earring, great video and great content. This was so interesting, i love getting an insight on different careers and experiences! Xxx

[@hollyworld21]

Wow never realised how intense cabin crew work is. I came off a 9 hour flight last week and I was thinking these poor staff have been on there feet the whole time, they look absolutely shattered by the end of it. Deffo not for me, I'm too grumpy when tired x

[@msbarb1]

I'm a ex-flight international attended and did it for 6 years and what you said is totally true. The only difference is doing the pre-flight they also use to weight check, you couldn't be over or under 5lb, you would be grounded. I'm 5'10 and had to be 125 lb (this is now not allowed in the USA when a bunch of people sued). We did get paid well, but with the new crews they started reducing the paid to so much less. My 1st flight was half way around the world, when I came home my dog barked at me :)

[@louisesimpson1776]

I had no idea you were crew! I’m crew for Virgin currently, so interesting hearing how it’s differed from when you were there. It was the best decision for me and I’m SO happy there, so hopefully this video doesn’t put off anyone who wants to do it!! It such a a shame you didn’t enjoy it, although it does sound like they used to work you pretty hard - I’ve never had a flight without a break and swapping/bidding etc is so much easier now, I’ve got so much control over my roster and I haven’t been there long 😊 I’ve never done the bullet so luckily always us at least 24 hours in New York! It also sounds like the briefings are a lot more casual these days (the exact questions go around beforehand and no briefing on the way home!) so I’m feeling lucky that they changed it, can’t blame you for feeling anxious as it sounds as though it used to be much harder! Also just have to say you look so beautiful with your hair like this ♥️

[@LucyJessicaCarter]

Louise Simpson thanks Louise thank GOD the briefings have changed. That was 100% the worst part xxx

[@annabellemarie1504]

Louise Simpson I would love to become cabin crew after my A levels, but am wondering about the time scale of everything. Did you get in to virgin first time? I've heard a lot of people take a few attempts. Also, how long did it take you to begin training once being offered the job? I would be so grateful for you to reply!!

[@katv9469]

I am so relieved to hear this! I am starting with Virgin in the new year and I am so excited but this video made me nervous. I'm glad some of these have changed!

[@louisesimpson1776]

+Annabelle L I did get in first time, I'm sure you would too lovely! I started training about 4 months after my interview xxx

[@louisesimpson1776]

+Katherine Verne You're going to absolutely love it, it sounds like it has changed a lot but honestly I promise pretty much every person I've flown with tells me they love love love their job. Look forward to flying with you!! xxx

[@AlexaLikes]

Being ground staff is hard enough, I can't imagine being cabin crew. I'm always in awe of their composure, patience and demeanor. I've gotten friends free upgrades off the books, once a commercial passenger and then for myself or nominees. But you use this power sparingly and it's at the discretion of the crew, who were often kind.

[@spanglelime]

You work in the airport? I've always said I have such high respect for check-in/gate agents. You take so much abuse for shit that's not your fault whatsoever, and you do it with class. I cannot imagine what the hell goes through the minds of people that they think yelling at a ground crew member will ever be okay... It's like regular customer service, retail/food service etc. but so much worse. Seriously, thank you. Thank you for doing your job. My brother is a pilot for an international airline, and I travel a fair amount back and forth to Scandinavia bc of the boyf, so I have serious appreciation for every person getting me safely from A to B.

[@karisharnett20]

I’m 20 and applied for VA cabin crew last year, I got through to the final stage which is now an assessment day in the VA base and didn’t get through the last stage. I was devastated, however I definitely think it may have been a blessing in disguise after watching this video. I also live in Durham so the commute would have been huge 🙄x

[@SpongebobLuvsMeee]

It’s honestly so hard! I didn’t get it until my second try - hopefully you’ll get there soon! X

[@lisasy1]

Karis Harnett I've been VA cabin Crew for 12 years. Don't let this put you off and no where near as bad as it sounds briefings are enjoyable and the dreaded questions are from a subject your told the month before. I can understand people find it really anxious but when your brand new coming from training where questions are multiple choice to having to give the answer by memory it's a different (more stressful) environment but never meant to catch you out. Please apply again when the recruitment opens and always remember when starting you really have to give it 6-12 months to settle in. All in all it's an amazing job and you meet great people while seeing the world x

[@laureehegarty1603]

Where is your jumper from it’s gorgeous !

[@elliemay6969]

I just found you and now I love you, my teacher for travel and tourism is a manager for virgin Atlantic but she only flies once a month as she’s got a child now; but this is definitely a detailed video and I’m glad you did it

[@cleoshield3691]

I loved watching this Lucy, i was short haul cabin crew for 6 years and long haul for a year and a half. You explained it so well. I gave it up when I got pregnant with my first little boy. I just couldn’t be the other side of the world with my baby at home. It’s hard missing out on family events. My husband hated it so much. He was so happy when I got pregnant ☺️me too obviously. Id agree amazing experience and I loved it to be honest but there are definitely more challenges than what people expect. I’d recommend to anyone to try short haul first just to see if you enjoy the flying aspect of the job. Also with short haul you do get to no your crew well. Thanks for sharing Lucy. Love your hair by the way xx😘

[@LucyJessicaCarter]

Cleo Shield if I did short haul I would have been put off even more lol. I hated the actual job, the only part I liked was the travel. Totally agree could not be on the other side of the world either. Was unnatural for me xxxx

[@cleoshield3691]

Lucy Jessica Carter looks like we’re both much happier at home with our babies 😍😍

[@Simplybreex_]

Wow wow wow, all these red flags you mention is exactly what I’m experiencing now! I’ve been cabin crew for 3 months but feel so anxious every time I go in for work and am already dreaming of the day I can quit. I want to at least give it 1 year, so I can get a good reference for my next job but I’m struggling big time 🤦🏼‍♀️ I’m also so scared to admit that I don’t like this job because I was so excited to get it and my family and friends were too. Such a tough situation 😕

[@Simplybreex_]

UPDATE! I resigned today 🤗

[@user-ii4rq5ko3x]

Good for you. You shouldn’t do something that makes you unhappy. I hope you feel relieved now :) xx

[@stephenbland7461]

Good for you . Life is too short to be stuck in a job you get up every morning dreading.

[@sallywilliams9379]

Which airline did you join ?

[@Simplybreex_]

@@sallywilliams9379 Tigerair. They no longer exist but we’re owned by Virgin Aus.

[@NickMarlin1234]

Anxiety is alwful especially in your job, have allot respect for you guys, my sister has been with Virgin for 5 years, keep the great work up

[@TheYoungMama]

Absolutely loved this, your honesty is so refreshing x

[@katieb8089]

Ahh brings back so many memories from my time at Virgin! Everything you said is so accurate, I found most of the crew to be really lovely, but yes those flights where you don't click with anyone are awful!

[@MissHannah2036]

Being a flight attendant is glamourised…..maybe because the women are impeccably dressed, hair and makeup, they look so pretty. Travelling to and from exotic locations. My friend was desperate to become a FA from 6 years of age it ran in the family. She got in at 22 I think. It is perfect for the single person, young even older. You can do it with a child as her sister and brother in law were both FA's and were able to work their shifts out, otherwise would be to difficult to juggle. That's only because they were permanent before they had their child. The single person doesn't have those entitlements. Also based on how long you have been a permanent FA. Stay in nice hotels but my friend would get lonely as you don't have someone/friend/partner to share it with and as she said you may only stop over 1/2 days and your exhausted to maybe socialise. Also different cabin crew each trip, can't bond get to know people, and you don't get on with some either. The training and interviews, are quite rigorous, at least 3 rounds of interviews to go through and pass, physical's and stuff. You get a meal allowance and my friend would save her money that was the only way she made a little extra. On your feet the whole time, not sleeping in your own bed, never interested me. Maybe a young persons game.

[@loiscahill-clough1192]

I’m currently at college studying Cabin Crew, so this video was a must. Your stunning by the way!💋

[@katie_ellison]

Really enjoyed this Lucy I sat and listened to the whole thing. I always wanted to be a cabin crew when I was younger because like you I am obsessed with travelling but I am actually a bit scared of flying so probably not the best career choice ;) x

[@LucyJessicaCarter]

Katie Ellison thanks Katie ❤️❤️❤️

[@duranduran20133]

I'm cabin crew for the 2nd time and have been for years now.. The first time was an absloute nightmare going through training, tests, exams, drills.. I'm surpised I survived it. My 1st airline was like this alot of different people so it was the whole different sets of crew you never worked with and a few days there with certain crew I wanted to just leave, no team work.. Won't helpful if you wanted someone experience in a situation.. Nothing, ended up leaving etc. Now my 2nd airline it's much more relaxed for me training was fine as I knew what to expected and helped the new flyers out as much as I could.. Where I am now it's a smaller base so I tend to work with the same people alot but it's helped as we are a family and help each other out, go out for Xmas and birthday events.. Some days are still testing but that's life for you cant have it always the same way lol I used to absloutely hate briefing in my 1st airline but 2nd airline don't bother me at all considering I work on 3 planes 1 being totally different to the other 2 plane.

[@alex-cy9dm]

what’s your 2nd airline?

[@lieenie]

Could you do a video showing the grooming standards? I’m thinking it’s very Pan Am but you have to do standard colours 😄

[@May-jy4qk]

This is putting me off wanting to be a flight attendant oml

[@bostonterrierhiro]

I can totally relate to this, I used to fly for 7 years but with another airline in the middle east :)

[@meganraphael9439]

The part about the brief questions is so relatable😭😭

[@xindigochildx]

I had no idea you were a flight attendant! Love this video xo I used to always fly long haul with VA to LA. One of my favorite airlines

[@chloemoore2367]

You always look absolutely beautiful in all your videos, fab video nice to see a true and honest video about this subject ☺️ xx

[@AnnieCheadle]

I bloody loved flying! Especially when you fly long haul, all that travel and adventure!

[@minka0818]

I was cabin crew for a year and a half and I can't agree with you more! I also had an anxiety issue with the briefing and health issue which i'm still suffering from up until now.

[@gsabo1000]

Me as well. I have Lupus from all my stress.

[@jackiekirlew]

Thank you for your honesty Jessica. I love your videos.

[@jenniferjaynegrice96]

I watch all your vids anyway, but I particularly wanted to watch this one because my cousin has recently started a college course to be an air hostess so it was really interesting to see an insight into it from your point of view! I will definitely be recommending her to watch this video! I didn't realise you had even had this career before the gorgeous boys! 😱 Also, absolutely love your look in this vid, especially the hair 😍😍😍😍 xxx

[@robinhood7874]

*SOCIAL WORK IS REWARDING BUT VERY TOUGH AND VERY STRESSFUL*

[@carolinesmith5078]

As a mental health social worker I found the ‘wanting more from life’ comment quite upsetting. It is a job I that I complain about daily, however it is the most humbling and insightful thing a human could do, apart from finding yourself in Thailand whilst on acid and stroking sedated tigers...of course. Sorry to rant at you, typical disgruntled social worker. I might give myself some slack and become cabin crew 🤪

[@bethanywain6101]

Loved this it was great! Made me respect cabin crew a lot more, definitely not a job I'd be able to do x

[@hsmith4999]

Pretty much all the jobs are equally pressured and responsible. I think the job was not for you. Is nice that you found something you like.

[@Cristina.Antoniuc]

This is amazing!! LOVE LOVE LOVE your vids Lucy!!! 💞

[@daisyb.x5764]

I work for virgin Atlantic as check in... I’m considering to be crew but this video really helped me xx

[@chelseaoflannagan7035]

Daisy B.x sorry to jump on your comment but had to reply as I went from check in to being crew at VA! And I’m so glad I did as I love it. It’s an amazing job and this video does sadly cast a negative light on it (as of course lovely Lucy had her own experience and not everyone will enjoy the same things) but please please don’t let it put you off! I can’t imagine if I had never made the jump and I’m 100000000x happier as crew, getting paid to see the world and meeting amazing people all the time! Plus sounds like things have changed and it’s not as hard now 🙈

[@pipspencer]

I have a random question seeing your comment! I’m flying with virgin next week from Manchester, do they sell upgrades on check in to different class cheap? Xxx

[@evaarche3331]

No disrespect, but I honestly think you should have your own experiences, that’s what life is about. Everyone’s life path is different and experiences.

[@MissOnelove28]

Your hair looks amazing in that style 😘

[@misplacedkiwi9498]

I’m a bus driver and all that talk about seniority and swapping trips is exactly how it works in the bus industry! (Obvs on a lot smaller scale lol). I’ve been there for 12 years so can normally pick and choose my trips lol

[@louisepriestley1011]

Aww I feel sad it was not an 100% amazing experience for you. I was crew for 6 years and understand the worry about briefing ect. Although I think maybe VA is a much bigger company than the one I worked for as I only ever had one trip where I felt like you and was lonely and didn't know anyone. The rest of the time I knew someone or a few people or as years went on everyone! Also got to stay over for up to a week in most places as we were package holidays so if they only went on a Saturday then crew stayed till the following week. And I got to do many friend request trips, where they try and put you on the same flight as a friend! And of course your paid for every hour down route! So for me being paid to spend a week in Cancun or Barbados with a friend was the best thing ever! Bullets were few and far between but I did do shortfall as well which was also nice to come home the same day at the weekend. For me it was the best job ever. Maybe it depends on companies ect too. Loved your video though, lovely to hear it all again. Xx

[@mickeymouse8299]

what company you worked for?

[@studentsmartsaver]

louise priestley what company did you work for? BA?

[@louisepriestley1011]

@@studentsmartsaver it was airtours when I worked there, which was later taken over by Thomas cook which sadly is no more.

[@sarahanndenny1875]

Looking lush on here, bedroom looks so cosy xx

[@rachelboyle9769]

I was cabin crew too for 3 years and I agree with everything u said. I also used to get anxiety on the pre flight briefs!!! 😫 And I agree, it depends on the crew and number 1 you have, whether u have a good trip or not. Plus the hours were awful! I worked for first choice. I did love the trips tho, I had two 8 days in the Maldives 😄. Love ur channel and ur lovely family x

[@LucyJessicaCarter]

Rachel Boyle wow super jealous, certainly never had that 😅😅 xxx

[@karengraham991]

Absolutely no disrespect meant but if you can’t handle a high pressure situation in front of colleagues you have never met how could you be expected to react in an emergency with a plane full of strangers whom you’ve never met. I completely agree with the high pressure training (though I do believe the pay should be much better)

[@sophier8008]

Karen Floyd Which is why she doesn’t do it anymore..

[@MrSlitskirts]

Hi yes it's a valid point. To me also is the fact that perhaps their Training isn't preparing them to be "confronted" with questions in this way, The Training should prepare them for this so that they can be confident in answering/having the answers, then they can take that confidence with them for the flight. Lucy did mention something about them during Training being able to write down info as at 9:24, so perhaps it's a case of "the left hand" not knowing what "the right hand is doing"; Training versus actual Operations. Also, good point ref the pay, kind regards.

[@User84030]

I totally disagree. She acknowledged herself that it wasn't about the knowledge and having to think about it quickly, it was about the fear of humiliation that was the worst part. That is NOT the way to motivate staff, and make great employees. Probably most of the Flight Attendants felt the same way and simply memorized the answers to these questions so they could recite them on the spot. Reciting answers out of fear of humiliation is completely different to remaining calm and using logical thinking in an emergency situation. I get why the airline does this, but perhaps a more successful way to reinforce knowledge before flights is to have short 'scenarios' that you work out with a partner and the first team to win gets some kind of incentive - like points or a prize or something. This would force them to draw on all their knowledge quickly, consciously and effectively which is EXACTLY what you need in a high pressure situation.

[@LucyJessicaCarter]

I passed the training in emergency situations with flying colours so no issues there :)

[@karengraham991]

Lucy Jessica Carter good on you. As I said, no disrespect meant in any way

[@TheHBSOURCE]

I was VA course 570 .. I left in 09 and flew as crew for a total of 6 years - I have very happy memories of flying, good times!

[@miahhh44]

My mum is cabin crew for BA and has been for 20 years!! She loves it....I’m not even a teenager yet but we all manage 😜😂😃 Lovely explanation of the job Lucy 😍☺️😉

[@meganxx3145]

How has she been cabin crew for 20 years & since you were 1 but you're not a teenager? you should be 18/19... this makes 0 sense

[@miahhh44]

Before I was born! Sorry that was a little mistake 🤭🤣

[@TashaParkerr]

I remember the briefing questions, I used to dread answering them. BA scrapped that a few years back and made it a “team contribution briefing” but some cabin managers still did it, but we used to say if we get it wrong, we don’t care 😂! Xx

[@gsabo1000]

I feel you. I was a flight attendant for about the same time with USScareways (USAirway). I too, found it to be stressful like Nursing. I became a professor in a university.

[@Commentator541]

Other airlines have the briefing tests done on a computer so it is private and it is written

[@_kimiadventures]

So interesting.. I grew up with my father calling them waitresses & waiters in the sky. I knew of course it was more than serving food. But I had not thought to much into it. Thanks for sharing. ✨💖✨

[@HamzaAli-zg9ou]

This is one of the best videos you ever made.thank for the video

[@diannesicobin2690]

St.lucia !!!🇱🇨🇱🇨🇱🇨🇱🇨🇱🇨 my home 😫. I hope u loved it here . I’m proud to call this beautiful place home 🏡

[@thee_beegebashe]

This video was very informative.Loved it❤️

[@toriwayne7983]

thank you for being real! I feel like so many others just try to say all the good and leave out the difficult parts.

[@pippaDlightful]

Morning!!! 💺🛫🌏 I admire your honesty about the job. I can relate with this. And shift work will take a toll on your health. For sure. 🌼 x

[@littlemissmakeup87]

This is something I want to do......but after watching this video I think I may have second thoughts I have a interview with jet 2 this week I don't think I want to now

[@ajamy7]

This is so crazy your journey is so similar to mine I was also about to train to become a social worker, but after working as a support worker it scared me off and made me want to try something completely love it. I'm currently working for ba and I just think it's the best job in the world.

[@LucyJessicaCarter]

amyjayne pleased your enjoying it ❤️

[@genten777]

You communication skills are excellent! Virgin Atlantic lost a good employee when you quit. You express your self in very clear English beautifully!! I simply love the English accent!!

[@heathers2016]

What a great insight!! It always seems so glamorous!! X

[@ambermcdonnell44]

This is brilliant ! So true about training the absolute stress of training people think it’s so easy to become crew but a few people from my group didn’t make it through ! And the anxiety for pre briefing 🤦🏻‍♀️ it’s awful ! The different management tactics are so ridiculous and in my airline it’s all about seniority and your supposed to get in the bus in order of seniority and when your the most junior I just feel like an idiot waiting ! I love the job and my airline actually pays really well I think it’s soooo bad that BA and VA get away with paying so little 😏 we also get 150$ spending money per day in the destination we visit and I heard BA don’t get any allowance like that’s insane !

[@hannahlouise103]

Loved this video thanks Lucy, very interesting to hear about your experience xx

[@user-xh3yx4gz7b]

You should definitely do more story times!! Love it x

[@marilynhamilton5910]

I worked for Ryanair in their London offices in Finchley Road working in their telesales and ticketing Dept no cold calling back in the late 80s with no formal training but for me it was the best move I ever made especially after my last boss said I would regret leaving but I showed. Great experiences and travelled to many places around the world.

[@monaix301]

I needed this, Thank you! Separately your beautiful 🤍

[@hx7193]

Many thanks for a very honest review of being cabin crew . So many Vlogs do not show the reality . Briefings are stressful

[@ge0rg1na88]

this has really upset me :( i really wanted to do this as a job but this has put me off

[@hollyk3944]

Remember you shouldn’t. Choose over someone’s opinion do more research and watch more vids ur experience could be great :)! X

[@erikalouwrens3992]

I suffer terribly from anticipatory anxiety (amongst other forms). I would have been carried out on a stretcher during the preflight questions. You have my respect.

[@mdnzx]

You are such an inspiration I love you ❤️🔥✨💗 you look beautiful as always! Thanks for sharing love Xxxx

[@amandaathome9757]

I’d love to travel but unfortunately because of my health my insurance would cost the same as the holiday. Love your channel Lucy 😘

[@cu4wur6023]

Just saw this which caught my eye on being cabin crew. Fascinating because when I was in my early 20’s I applied to British Airways but didn’t get an interview. I always wondered what it would have been like And you’ve given a very honest view of ‘your’ personal experience which have answered all my ‘what if’s’. Also, you mention you have anxiety, so-do-I! I know it’s off piste but how do you cope? It can be quite crippling and I now have high blood pressure. Breathing exercises are by far the best for me because concentrating on breathing slowly takes your mind off what’s making you anxious. I’m stress head, over thinking things but it’s in my make up. Brilliant video, thank you for sharing it 🦋

[@YourGirlSudanny]

Really insightful video Lucy x

[@li4dlc]

thanks for sharing your experience, i would like to know how much is the salary being cabin crew in virgin airlines?

[@Larabaggley]

You look flawless 😍 love your honesty about being an air hostess! I always wished I'd been one but I don't now!! Xx

[@Nicky-kg9dk]

We were on the same course at uwe together! I thought i recognised you! Love your videos :)

[@sexyascanbe123]

I was an Emirates cabin crew and I can relate to everything you said in the video! It’s very hard work mentally and physically

[@SherriAshton]

I could be wrong, but having only flown with Canadian companies I think they are a bit more relaxed. I don’t know because I don’t work in the field but I know they don’t have to have there hair a certain way or wear particular makeup or any makeup for that matter. They all wore uniforms but even those weren’t exactly the same as the next crew member. I just recently flown with WestJet and that’s what I noticed. First time watching and I absolutely love your personality. Subscribed!

[@LucyJessicaCarter]

Thank you Sherri xxx

[@laibakhan4639]

Thanks for the full discourage you gave to the youth :)

[@faithjackson9329]

This has been so intresting.thanks for posting x

[@Sherilove_]

Thanks for making this video. This is giving me second thoughts about being a cabin crew. The whole process of being a Cabin crew seems very long and that’s what is putting my off. I’ve realised that the job isn’t all that after all. 👎 you look beautiful btw xx

[@lisasy1]

MISS SHER don't be put off it's a fabulous job if you like meeting new people and seeing the world x

[@charlottecooper5164]

Subscriber from st lucia - Im british but moved here 5 years back. If u ever come back i have an events and concierge company can organize tours and whatever else you need

[@EvelinMartin]

You summed it all up so well 🙈 I just did a similar video leaving the same airline as well x

[@alandray5282]

I worked for hoverspeed in Dover. I was an engineer some of the girl had been cabin crew. .the things they would always say jet lag was the biggest problem so they would come and work at hoverspeed no jet lag and work with the same crew...aw

[@Nikki-js2lt]

Doing this career would be my dream job I did travel and tourism in college etc until I was informed I cannot do the career I wanted due to my epilepsy. I wish this wasn’t the case it’s held me back and unfortunately I’ve had to rethink my passion and still haven’t found what that is other than cabin crew and traveling.

[@jessicajonk695]

Love you Lucy! You and your family are gorgeous!

[@LucyJessicaCarter]

Jessica Jonk thank you Jessica ❤️❤️