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kiragecko · 10 months

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A few weeks ago, I flew to visit my grandma with my little brother and sister. My little brother had never been on a plane, and my sister only has once, almost a decade ago. It was an experience.

All three of us are in our 30s and neurodivergent¹. My little brother has Down’s Syndrome² and is probably autistic. He communicates mostly through echolalia³.

I suspected there might be challenges, so I tried to contact the airline before purchasing tickets. This did NOT work. The Westjet agents weren’t allowed to discuss anything with me until I had booked a flight. I was purchasing nonrefundable tickets. The website was quite clear that they could kick us from the plane if they couldn’t support our needs. And they wouldn’t tell me if they could support our needs!

I ended up calling around 8 times. Finally, after purchasing tickets and jumping through all the hoops, someone was willing to talk. They mostly said that everything was up to the people letting us on to the flight, but at least they talked to me!

My main concern was the pacing. My brother’s favourite activity is pacing in circles and repeating movie/song quotes to himself. Once we got on the plane things would be fine (we had movies for him to watch), but I was concerned that other passengers waiting to board would find this stressful. Like - that isn’t our problem, it’s their’s - but flying is hard! If there was a way for us to not add more stress, I wanted to find it!

The airline was zero help, so we did our best to prepare on our own. My uncle died the day before the trip, and that increased stress levels. My autistic sister was dealing with that, a sense of responsibility for my brother, and also anxiety about a mostly-new experience (flying).

And then the plane gets delayed.

By an hour, at first.

The airline said we should be there TWO HOURS early for domestic flights. Which is ridiculous. TWO HOURS??? Especially since everything before security can now be done online? But we obediently turn up two hours before the new flight time, and are immediately directed to the priority security line. Which is good. Even the short line is boring for my brother, and I can’t let him pace in the few open spaces. But ten minutes later we’re at our gate, ready to leave.

Now we just have to wait for an hour and fifty minutes!

We had hoped my brother would want to watch his first movie. But he's riled up from lines and crowds and gets right to pacing. A few people have to slow down as they pass, but he’s not hurting anyone, so I let him be.

I’m more worried about my sister, now. She lives with the aunt that found my uncle. She hasn’t slept in days, worrying about the trip. She isn’t handling the noise and crowds. So I keep an eye on my brother (at least 50% to make sure he doesn’t take some of the chocolate he keeps eyeing when he passes the gift shop), occasionally ask if he wants to watch a movie, and watch my sister slowly descend into a panic attack. Not fun. Eventually I send her to the bathroom, hoping that it will be quieter and she can calm down.

BUT! Events have happened during this time! The plane has been delayed another 15 minutes! It is explained that they have had to replace the plane with one they haven’t yet finished retrofitting. This new plane doesn’t have as much overhead baggage space. They need at least 15 pieces of carry-on luggage to be checked. If the passangers aren’t willing to do this, there will be large delays once loading starts, as people are FORCED to check their luggage. Also, there’s no first class on the new plane. Or charging ports. Or meals. Or in-flight entertainment. First class passengers can request some money back. And if anyone misses their connecting flight due to the delays, tickets to their new flights will be provided upon landing.

People start to get tired and stressed. The intercom keeps threatening them. Now it’s 30 bags that need to be checked. Delays will be even longer if this doesn’t happen!

At this point, security shows up. They ask if anyone will take responsibility for the pacing guy. I do. They show visible discomfort with the situation, and his disability. Can I make him stop pacing? I can try, but probably not. Please do that, it is bothering the other passengers. Oh? Really?? Who could have guessed that?!

My brother is NOT willing to sit down. We stand in the concourse, while I talk to him about sitting down and he makes annoyed sounds at me. I’m not about to force him. I don’t want us to get kicked out of the airport, but can they do that for something as minor as acting weird in public? Mostly, I’m worried about all our electronics, which I abandoned in the open when security showed up. I’m not sure if security will try something with my brother if I leave him to pace while I clean things up.

And now, the hero shows up. The head of security has been called, and he comes over and asks me if there’s anything my brother needs. No, there isn’t, he’s quite happy to pace. It’s everyone else that is being bothered.

“I don’t care about them. He has just as much right to this space as they do. I just want to make sure you guys have everything you need. Would he like a sensory package?”

He wouldn’t like a sensory package, but this guy’s offer of the chapel as a quiet space IS interesting. Mostly because my sister is off in sensory shut-down somewhere, and needs a quiet space. But also because I could relax a little nobody would be watching us, and I could relax if my brother had an enclosed room to pace in. (No chocolates!)

As I’m agreeing to this, my sister returns. Head of Security respectfully tries to explain the situation to her. I look at her hunched body language and tell him to just talk to me. Then I send her to pack up our stuff. He wants to Include Her. She really, really does not want to be included.

He also wants to Include my brother. It’s kind of cute. He’s overflowing with good intentions, but obviously hasn’t had a lot of chance to put them into practice yet. He’s incredibly respectful, but in ways that would work a bit better for people who are more interested in their own decision making than my brother. I’m charmed.

Another person shows up. She is introduced as the Accessibility Specialist, and we are asked if we’re okay with her support. Oh yes, I am very okay with this. After she gets caught up - and she reiterates that everyone else can suck it, my brother is allowed to inhabit this space how he wishes - we get ready to head for the chapel. But the plane is about to land. There probably isn’t enough time to transition there and then back. So instead, we all wait around and listen to our two heroes conspire.

Accessibility Specialist has had the job for a month. Or, at least, she's been PAID to do this job for a month. She's been doing it unofficially much longer. She has IDEAS. So that’s where all the unpolished We Respect Everyone energy is coming from. Head of Security is one of her co-conspirators!

In-between plotting, Accessibility Specialist asks me questions. She hears about the amount of phonecalls, and the unsatisfactory answers. The complete lack of support. The fact that I had told the airline that this exact situation was likely to happen, and then got security called on us anyways. She tells me that this information is very helpful. Her plans will benefit from specific examples.

She tells me how unsatisfactory it is to have to send people to the chapel. They're pushing for a quiet room. I agree that this would have been helpful. My brother would probably have been calmer in a quiet space, which would have helped us AND reduced the stress for others. (Also, both me and my sister would have benefited from the quiet. But I didn’t say that.)

In all the commotion, I’ve forgotten to talk to the boarding people about priority boarding. But Accessibility Specialist is on the ball! We stand off to the side, behind a rope, while the plane disembarks. (My brother starts off pacing RIGHT in the way of the disembarkment, so sneaking into the roped off area is a good idea.) We’re going to be the very first ones to board, even before the people in wheelchairs. I pray that my brother is willing to walk onto the plane – he hasn’t been willing to follow me since we got out of security.

The boarding people are on their best behaviour. They make a special trip over to us to scan our tickets. They send someone down the ramp to check on the plane’s status. We are now VIPs. And we seem to have made the Accessibility Specialist’s day. She is so SMUG as she whispers with the Head of Security!

They ask if we’re okay with them accompanying us to the plane. Sure! I’m having a great time watching their excitement. It’s changed a very difficult experience into a pleasurable one. (For me. They are thankfully respecting my sister’s desire to be ignored. She is still not having fun. And my brother is pretty done with this experience. He’s found some quotes about ‘going home’ and ‘not doing this’ to share with me.)

Finally, we get the nod. My brother calmly follows us down the ramp. We get to the plane and are asked to pause for a moment while they finish moving some storage carts around. Seems reasonable to me, but Accessibility Specialist darts forward and takes photos, documenting SOMETHING. And then we get on the plane.

The plane itself would have been great. My brother happily took a seat. Enjoyed looking out the windows. And was excited to watch Shrek. My sister relaxed. And I LOVE flying. But, sadly, electronics must be stowed during liftoff and landing. My brother did NOT take these unreasonable demands from me well. He eventually forgave me for the take-off misdemeanor, especially after I put on my own headphones and quoted the movie with him. But my sins at landing were too much. For half an hour after he left the airport, he kept repeating, “NO more flying!” and “Not like this!” Any comments about flying for the next day got his hackles up.

So, I won’t do that to him again. But it was a very interesting experience for me! I am glad I got to have it.

And if anyone has flown through Winnipeg’s Richardson International Airport⁴ in the last while, and wants to tell them about any good or bad accessibility experiences, I think there’s someone there that would appreciate it. I want to see what she can accomplish.

PS. She’s also started a program where you can practice getting ready to board a plane! You sign up and they take you through the whole experience, from signing in to walking the boarding ramp. (Or, possibily, just whichever portion is concerning you.) I wish I had thought to contact the airport itself, rather than just contacting the airline and looking at the government’s resources. Good things are happening there.

¹ neurodivergent – brain works in a non-typical way

² Down’s Syndrome �� an intellectual disability

³ echolalia – communication by repeating/echoing things heard, either right after hearing them, or a long time later

⁴ Winnipeg is in Manitoba, Canada

#accessibility #disabilities #airplanes #airports #I got a response from her yesterday #after sending in feedback (so she'd have more documented examples)#saying she's going to be 'sharing it widely'#so I decided I'd tell this story one more time #she deserves to succeed

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couldntbedamned · 10 months

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Goodbye Grey Sky, Hello Blue - 31

Summary: In an alternate universe where trains and zeppelins are still common forms of travel and the internet and cell phones exist, nineteen year old Peter Parker has few options left after he’s swindled out of his inheritance. Unable to pay for college, let alone keep the house left to him by his deceased aunt, he’s running out of time before he’s out on the streets. Desperate, Peter signs his life over to the Bureau of Civic Spousal Selections to take his chances as the selected husband of a complete stranger. After all, he only has to make it through a year and then he can choose to annul.

Dr. Stephen Strange has little interest in marriage, preferring to focus on his career. When his career is threatened by what a nosy board of directors considers a “lack of personal fulfillment and settling down,” he opts to select a spouse through the BCSS and chooses Peter Parker. The young man’s profile he’d briefly skimmed suggests intelligence and compatibility. It’s not ideal, but if after a year it’s not working out, he can always annul the marriage and send Peter on his way.

It’s a marriage neither truly wants, with sharp learning curves for both. It’s either going to be forever or it’s going to go down in flames.

Warnings/AO3 Tags: 18+ MINORS DNI, Alternate Universe, Alternate Universe - 1950s/Modern Fusion, Doctor Stephen Strange, Jewish Peter Parker, Peter Parker is an Adult, Marriage of Convenience, Marriage Contracts, Government Sanctioned Marriages, Domestic Discipline, Dubiously Consensual Spanking, Spanking, Aftercare, Mildly Dubious Consent, Dubious Morals, Dubious Ethics, Asshole Stephen Strange, Smartass Peter Parker, Passive Aggressive Canned Soup, Two Morons Trying to Try Their Best, Borrowing Characters

Author's Note: I cannot overstate how self-indulgent the writing of this chapter has been. I absolutely adore it and I hope you do, as well!

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Chapter 31

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The flight from New Amsterdam to California would take fourteen hours. When booking, Stephen had paid for one of the airship's coveted private cabins, wanting both the convenience and to ensure Peter would have fond memories of his first time on one of the zeppelins he was so interested in.

Peter's excitement over finally getting to ride in a zeppelin had been apparent all week. He was less excited about the need to wake up at three in the morning so they could make it to the hangar in Upper York and fly out at five in the morning. Even with Stephen making sure the Buick was loaded the night before, there was still a feeling of being rushed which neither of them enjoyed.

"You are insufferable when you're cranky from lack of sleep," Stephen told him while driving.

"I've been told," Peter said through a yawn. "Sorry about that. My Aunt May hated trying to wake me up."

"When we board, the flight staff will have their safety presentation that we'll have to sit through. Then, you'll have the chance to sleep in the cabin once we're airborne and stable." He'd sat through the safety lecture many times.

"And you'll make sure I don't sleep the whole time?"

"It's a fourteen hour flight; you'll be awake for the majority of it, I promise."

Peter nodded and dozed off with his head against the window.

He roused Peter once they pulled into the parking garage for the hangar and they made their way to the security checkpoint where their tickets and identification was checked. The attendant at the counter frowned at him when he provided Peter's identification but passed them through.

"What was that about?" Peter asked.

Ah. Peter had noticed.

"I believe she took exception with the fact that your identification was issued by the Bureau and that I'm a selecting spouse."

That had Peter offering up a frown of his own. "Well, that's just dumb," he said. "Lots of people have BCSS marriages."

Was he reading too much into Peter's words? Or was Peter just still grumpy from lack of sleep?

"Luckily a sour expression was all we had to deal with," he soothed. "And her sour expression is basically a smile compared to the charge nurse at Sanctum General's ER."

Peter grinned. "You've made Nurse Temple angry before, haven't you?"

"Only once. It wasn't on purpose, and I've learned to tread carefully since," he admitted. He'd rather swallow rocks than risk incurring Nurse Temple's wrath again. Her ire had not been fun to be the recipient of and she had a stressful enough job as it was.

"Aw, he's human just like the rest of us!"

"You're such a brat."

Tired as he was, Peter looked around the bustling hangar - one of eight on the edge of Upper York - with interest. He'd been here once before, but he'd been too excited about meeting Tony Stark! to pay much attention in and around the massive structure. The zeppelin he and Stephen would be flying out on was the third ship to leave the assigned hangar that morning. There was a fourth airship behind them.

Peter knew zeppelins were so much larger than many realized, but seeing the size of the passenger gondola and how it was dwarfed by the sheer size of the envelope of the ship was truly awe-inspiring. Obviously the airship was huge - the hangars were each thirty stories tall and three football pitches wide, after all - but seeing it in-person was a whole new experience. Even the mobile mooring masts that steered the zeppelins in and out of the hangars were impressive.

"This is the Cessna LTA 2-4026 model," he rattled off while they stood waiting to board. "It was officially approved to fly two years ago and so far there are thirteen hundred all over the globe, and they make up thirty percent of the zeppelins flying today."

Stephen listened patiently as they progressed through the line and up the ramp. He handed the attendant the top copy of their tickets, reserving the canary and pink copies for the lunch check during the flight and luggage retrieval once they arrived in New Angeles. Peter's excitement at something as mundane as air travel was enjoyable to witness. He himself had flown multiple times and did fine the science and grandeur of it interesting, but Peter's enthusiasm lent a new view of it all, somehow. He also found it adorable that Peter kept yawning through his recitations.

They were escorted to their cabin where they stowed their carry-ons. Stephen locked the cabin and slipped the key in the interior pocket of his blazer. Then he and Peter took two of the unassigned seats. Peter looked around, taking in every detail he could. Stephen could see him practically vibrating with the desire to move over to the side of the gondola where the windows provided a currently unimpressive view.

"You can go look once we're in the air and the flight staff have given us leave to move around."

In less than half an hour, everyone had boarded and took their seats.

A voice came on over the speakers.

"Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. I'm Captain Seagrum and assisting me on this fourteen hour flight to New Angeles, California is Captain Ayers. We're in the process of completing our pre-flight checks and will start our steering out of the hangar once given the green light by Hangar Control. In the meantime, our dedicated flight staff will brief you on the safety procedures of this airship."

The flight staff ran through their presentation and while many of the passengers had obviously heard it before, Peter made sure to pay attention. Logically he knew where was an almost zero percent chance of a water landing, but surely knowing what would be expected was better than not knowing. What if they were forced to land on a lake and it was up to him to save everyone?

Captain Seagrum came back on the speakers after the fight staff finished. "We've been given the green light so please remain seated as we steer out of the hangar and begin our ascent."

Slowly, the zeppelin began moving through the hangar until they were steered outside where the sun was beginning to rise, painting the horizon orange and pink. There was a pause wherein Peter assumed the hangar ground crew were detaching the mooring mast and then there was the curious and gentle sensation of the ship rising.

"We are beginning our ascent, and we expect to cruise at an altitude of approximately three thousand meters."

Peter leaned into Stephen. "Cessna is currently doing research and development into pressurized gondolas. The thought is that that pressurizing will allow the zeppelins to reach higher altitudes. But if they do, they'll have to address making the shell and envelope of the ship stronger." Then he yawned, causing Stephen to chuckle.

"Looks like you'll be going down for a nap shortly," Stephen told him. When Peter opened his mouth to complain, Stephen cut him off. "You'll be awake for plenty of this flight and I'm not going to listen to you struggling to stay awake when you'll have a comfortable place to rest."

"Can I at least look out the promenade windows first?"

"Yes, of course."

The all-clear to move around the gondola was given and Peter fairly launched himself out of his seat and over to the starboard promenade area. Stephen joined him at much more dignified pace, though he enjoyed seeing Peter so excited. Peter looked out one of the floor to ceiling windows, taking in the view of what was turning out to be a magnificent New Amsterdam morning in late spring.

Stephen let Peter take in the view for a few minutes before he tried to stifle a large yawn. "Okay, to the cabin with you."

He guided Peter to their private cabin and unlocked the door.

The cabin itself held a queen bed, a small built in chest of drawers, and an armchair. There were also windows with retracting shades.

"Are you going to stay here?" Peter asked after removing his shoes, his blazer, and tie. He started unbuttoning the sleeves of his shirt.

"Would like for me to stay?" Stephen asked. "And if your answer is dependent on whether or not I intend the ravish you at three thousand meters, the answer is no. The soundproofing of these cabins is quite lacking, I'm afraid. I'd rather keep your delightful noises to myself."

Peter blushed but nodded. "Yeah, that makes sense. In our home is one thing, but in a public zeppelin is another."

"Precisely."

"Isn't there a dining lounge a level down?" Peter asked.

"There is."

"You should have breakfast, then," he said. "It'll be seven before long."

"Alright. I'll lock the door behind me; no one should bother you. Get some sleep and I'll wake you up in time for luncheon."

He waited until Peter drifted off and then left, doing as he said and locking the door behind him. He didn't linger in the dining lounge, content to eat a bagel with cream cheese and lox - Peter was on to something there - a small bowl of cut fruit, and wash down breakfast with a cup of coffee. His fellow passengers were even less inclined to talk at the early hour than he was so luckily, no one approached.

There wasn't much else to do but content himself with one of the books he'd brought. He chose a seat on the port side promenade and started reading. It was a medical murder thriller - one highly recommended by Clea he'd agreed to try. He found himself enjoying it tremendously, even if the man in charge of solving the gruesome and convoluted murder was no Rex Gladstone. He could even appreciate that author had clearly done her research; the doctors, nurses, and medical examiner she'd written knew their stuff. Probably an hour later, one of the flight staff pushed her cart through the promenade and Stephen accepted the offer of a cherry fizzy water and a small bag of crisps before turning his attention back to the book. He needed to know if he'd correctly guessed who the killer was and their motive.

(He was right.)

He started on another book and was half-way through it when he noticed that some of the other passengers were leaving the promenade. He checked his watch and saw that it was almost time to wake Peter.

His young husband was curled up on the bed, chest rising and falling softly. He looked so peaceful that Stephen almost hated to wake him up. However, Peter needed to eat and letting him get too much sleep before acclimating to a new time zone once they reached California would only lead to his husband being cranky, which Stephen had no desire to deal with.

He shook Peter awake gently. "Peter, it's time to wake up."

Peter's eyes fluttered open and he stretched. "It's time already?"

"They'll start serving luncheon in about thirty minutes."

Peter nodded and sat up. "There should be food I'll be able to eat, right?"

"Yes, I informed the ship line when I bought our tickets. Your canary copy has your dietary note on it."

"Oh! Great!" He started to re-button his cuffs and the top three of his shirt. He took the tie Stephen handed him and pulled it tighter after slipping it around his neck. His shoes were next and then he shrugged into the light-weight blazer. "Will I do?"

"I'll be the envy of many, for sure," Stephen said with a smile.

Peter's cheeks went pink.

"Come, I don't believe in being fashionably late."

Peter barely resisted pinching himself over the course of luncheon. He couldn't believe that he, Peter Strange, poor guy from Midtown, was actually eating a fancy luncheon on a zeppelin! He always imagined that if he ever got to take a ride on one, it would be one of the smaller commercial zeppelins, where seats were assigned and passengers only served a small snack and refreshment.

Instead he sat across from Stephen enjoying a bowl of hot tomato basil soup with a perfectly cooked grilled cheese on sourdough. There was also a bowl of fruit and his favorite brand of lemon fizzy water. Stephen's lunch was an arugula salad topped with radishes, cherry tomatoes, pine nuts, feta cheese, a balsamic vinaigrette, and sliced steak cooked to a medium rare. He forewent the offered fizzy water and instead had a glass of red wine.

"Is it good?" he asked Stephen.

"It is. Yours?"

"Oh, it's wonderful," Peter assured him. "Simple can be good." It was simple, yes, but the soup was flavorful and the grilled cheese had a delightful mix of cheeses that elevated it far above what he himself would usually make.

"How was your nap?"

"The bed is far more comfortable than I thought it would be," Peter said. "What did you end up doing?"

Stephen wiped his mouth and smiled. "I sat on the promenade and read. I finished the copy of A Hush at Stillsong General Clea loaned me and started Mutiny of the Spaceborn."

"No wild parties, then?"

"No wild parties."

"What did you think of Stillsong?" Peter asked eagerly.

"It was a good read," Stephen admitted. "I can always appreciate when an author does their research and the medical aspect was handled very well."

"Did you guess who the killer was?"

"And the motive," Stephen confirmed. "It was a good read; I enjoyed it."

One of the staff wheeled over a dessert cart and they each selected what they preferred. Stephen chose a warm apple crumble tart and Peter, knowing he was being quite predictable, chose a chocolate pudding parfait.

"I knew that's what you'd pick," Stephen teased after the young man wheeling the cart moved on.

"I've always had a weakness for chocolate," Peter said simply, digging into his parfait.

The view from the promenade was spectacular and Stephen glanced from his book to the windows every now and again. Peter had finally settled down with a book of his own - another gruesome murder mystery loaned to him by Clea. It was an enjoyable afternoon and he spent as much time people-watching as he did reading and looking out of the floor to ceiling windows.

"What time will it be when we arrive in Malibu?" he asked Stephen when they returned to the dining lounge for supper.

Stephen checked his watch and presumably did some quick math in his head. "It will be around four pm because of the time difference. We'll most likely arrive at the mansion around five-thirty."

Peter shook his head. "Time zones are so weird."

Stephen chuckled. "They are and they have confounded and exhausted many a traveler. Our mobiles will update when we land so we'll be oriented."

"Is Tony picking us up from the hangar?"

"He's sending a car service," Stephen said. "Given her delicate condition he's hesitant to leave Sharon alone at home and he's even less inclined to let her leave their mansion."

"No wonder she sounded so annoyed when I spoke with her the other day," Peter said. "She kept muttering about how she was going to slip a sleeping tonic into his drink so she could get some peace and quiet."

Stephen laughed harder.

"You don't sound very sympathetic to her plight," Peter chided playfully.

"Hey, I tried to warn her off when they first met," Stephen said, still laughing.

"I'm glad they found each other," Peter said. "I know I never met them before they got married, but they just seem to work, you know?"

Stephen nodded. "I do. I had my reservations, but now I can't imagine either of them with someone else. True happiness like theirs is rare."

They continued reading, only stopping when yet another of the flight staff wheeled a cart in with fizzy waters, bottled sodas, and a selection of light snacks.

"I could get used to this," Peter commented as he enjoyed a lemon fizzy water and small plate of apple slices with peanut butter.

"I don't know," Stephen said. "I find myself missing the snacks you packed for me the last time I flew."

It was absurd, but Peter was ridiculously pleased to hear it.

The descent to the New Angeles International Hangar was smooth and Peter hardly felt the airship connect with the mobile mooring mast that begin to steer it into the awaiting hangar - one of twelve!

Stephen didn't seem to be in any rush to disembark, guiding Peter back to their cabin to collect their things and ensure they had their pink tickets for the luggage claim. Peter gave the zeppelin one last look around before following Stephen and joining the throng of people in the arrivals bay.

"Was it everything you hoped it would be?" Stephen asked once they claimed their luggage and went to the passenger pick up bay.

"It was!" Peter assured him. "It was perfect! Even if I did have to nap for part of it."

There was a chauffeur waiting with a small sign that read 'Strange'. Stephen confirmed with the man that he was indeed employed by Stark Industries and showed his own identification. Peter didn't see why the man had to store their luggage in the trunk of the gleaming Cadillac, but followed Stephen's lead. Stephen helped him into the back of the car and then joined him.

"How long of a drive is it?" Peter asked.

The chauffeur, Klaus, answered before Stephen could. "It will be around an hour," he said. "We'll use the pooling lane to avoid most of the outgoing rush hour traffic."

While Stephen and Klaus made light conversation, Peter spent the ride leaning against Stephen, content with the easy-listening radio station Klaus had happily turned on. It had been such a long day and he was looking forward to going to bed later that evening almost as much as he was looking forward to seeing Sharon and Tony again.

"Not much longer," Stephen assured him quietly. "We'll visit, have dinner, visit some more, and then I'll take you to bed."

Peter eyed him. "Planning on returning the favor from their last visit?"

Stephen smirked. "Oh, you have no idea."

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#couldntbedamned fic #spiderstrange #spideystrange #stephen strange x peter parker #peter parker x stephen strange #1950s modern fusion au #1950s au #read the tags and warnings #no seriously read them #peter parker #stephen strange

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soutienshivam · 3 months

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Sun Country Airlines is a fantastic option for travelers seeking affordable fares without sacrificing quality and service. With its customer-centric approach, flexible travel options, and convenient routes, Sun Country makes it easy to explore new destinations and enjoy a pleasant flying experience. Whether you're a frequent flyer or planning your first trip, consider Sun Country Airlines for your next adventure.

Have you flown with Sun Country Airlines? Share your experiences and tips in the comments below! Happy travels!

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Flight Hacks Mastering Cheap Flights in USA

Traveling by flight in the USA is an exciting experience. Finding the best deals on flight bookings can make the journey even more enjoyable. Whether you are looking for cheap flights from India to the USA or seeking domestic flight ticket bookings in India, it's important to explore all available options to make the most of your travel plans.

When it comes to booking cheap flight ticket, it's essential to consider several factors. From the convenience of booking online to the flexibility in choosing travel dates, finding the best deal on flight bookings can enhance your overall travel experience. With a lots of options available, you can access a wide range of choices for flight bookings, ensuring that you find the most suitable and affordable options for your travel needs.

Exploring different airlines and comparing prices can help you secure the best deal on flight ticket bookings. Additionally, keeping an eye out for special promotions and discounts can further enhance your travel experience. By being proactive in your search for cheap flights from India to the USA or for domestic flight ticket bookings in India, you can ensure that you make the most cost-effective and convenient travel arrangements.

Moreover, formalities and procedures related to flight bookings should be approached with care to ensure a smooth and hassle-free experience. Keeping track of important details such as travel regulations, baggage allowances, and necessary documentation can contribute to a stress-free travel experience.

Another great strategy is to use flight comparison websites and apps. These tools allow you to compare prices from different airlines and booking sites, helping you find the most cost-effective options. Additionally, signing up for price alerts can notify you when there's a drop in fare for your desired route.

It's also worth mentioning that booking your flight well in advance or being spontaneous with last-minute deals can sometimes work in your favor. While planning ahead can secure lower prices, last-minute offers can be surprisingly affordable, especially if airlines are looking to fill empty seats.

Lastly, don't forget to clear your browser cookies when searching for flights online. Some websites may track your visits and increase prices based on your search history. By clearing your cookies or using private browsing mode, you can avoid potential price hikes.

Furthermore, consider joining frequent flyer programs or utilizing credit card rewards to earn points that can be redeemed for future flights. These programs often come with perks such as free checked bags, priority boarding, and access to airport lounges, enhancing your overall travel experience. In conclusion, when it comes to travel with flight in the USA by booking the cheap flight in the USA, getting the best deal on flight booking is crucial. Whether you are planning to book a flight from India to the USA or seeking domestic flight ticket bookings in India, being thorough in your search and considering various factors can help you secure the most suitable and affordable options for your travel needs. Safe travels!

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wanderfulescapes · 1 year

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Tips to find the lowest airline tickets 💻🌅How to avoid mistakes when booking cheap tickets 🎫 🛫

Planning a trip is always exhilarating, but the excitement can quickly give way to stress when it comes time to book flights and transportation. With varying ticket prices, seemingly endless fees, and complex booking platforms, sorting through travel ticket options can be overwhelming. Where do you even begin to find an affordable fare without spending hours searching every airline website? When is the best time to purchase airfare or train tickets for the lowest possible price? What factors into pricing and availability? In this guide, I'll walk through the key considerations for booking both domestic and international travel tickets. You'll learn insider tips on finding deals, dodging extra fees, timing your purchase, and maximizing flexibility. With strategic planning and research, you can master travel ticketing and lock in the best value seats for your next big journey or quick getaway. Let's explore how to take control of travel booking and make ticketing a breeze, not a burden.

Here are some tips on when plane tickets tend to be cheapest:

- Tuesday and Wednesday mornings are generally when airlines release sales and cheaper seats. Set fare alerts for midweek mornings.

- Tickets are usually cheapest 1-3 months in advance of travel dates, when airlines are trying to fill seats. Avoid buying last-minute.

- Flying on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays tends to be cheaper than high-demand days like Friday and Sunday. Flexibility helps.

- Traveling during shoulder seasons when weather is transitioning (spring/fall) is cheaper than summer and winter peak times.

- Red eye and early morning flights are often cheaper than midday and evening. An inconvenience for savings!

- Holiday periods like Christmas, New Years and Thanksgiving lead to price spikes. Avoid traveling a few days before/after major holidays.

-If you're open to it, check if there are alternate airports near your destination. Sometimes flying into a nearby city and then taking a short train or bus ride to your final destination can save you money.

Protip: consider looking for tickets in incognito mood to see the real prices of tickets. Otherwise, the price will go up everytime you visit the same site.

Being flexible on dates, willing to take red eyes, flying midweek, and searching extensively can lead to great flight deals. Signing up for price alerts and newsletters from airlines can help find the cheapest tickets.

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Are you planning a relishing trip with or without your family or friends and are searching for the best hotel. However, you are unsure of how to find the best hotel at the lowest cost. That's alright; this article will really assist you.

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Newly Added Fics

Dec 17 - 23, 2022

BRYCE X F!MC/F!OC

Neon Lights - @peonierose ☁

Luna, Bryce and the Open Heart gang go mini golfing. Who will win? Feat. Ethan Ramsey, Tobias Carrick, OH Gang

Santa is Here - @peonierose 📱🎄

Luna and Bryce have a discussion if Santa is real or not.

Stop Desire - @julia-highstorms ♥

An intake on Bryce's point of view during his and Rei's first time, after the house party at her apartment. [1.7]

The Best Christmas Ever - @eadanga ☁🎄

Bryce and Mia spend their first Christmas together at his cabin.

Under The Mistletoe - @peonierose ☁🎄

Luna and Bryce spend some time with their friends Ethan and Hayley and the open heart gang in Boston.

BRYCE X M!MC

What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Ugly - @mydemonsdrivealimo 📚

[extended: wip] Opportunity doesn't come knocking for everyone; in some cases, you have to push the door open for yourself. This series will follow Jensen’s formative years.

Chapter 1

ETHAN X F!MC/F!OC

Delayed - @socalwriterbee ☁🎄

A little spin on the prompt of a flight being canceled.

Drained - @lsvdw-blog 📚 🎭 [extended:wip] Serena is having the day from hell and seeks comfort in Ethan, but perhaps she shouldn't have.

Part 4

Forever Winter - @genevievemd 🦚🎄

After the attack a month prior, Ethan worries when Genevieve doesn’t embrace the holidays like she usually does. [Ethan POV; Hurt/Comfort]

Jewelry Counter - @takeharryandgo ☁🎄

A chance Christmas encounter. Set before book 1.

Little Ones - @potionsprefect ☁

There are lots of important people Luke and Lily need to meet. [Domestic; Family]

Merry Christmas, Rookie - @cariantha ☁🎄

The Internal Medicine staff participate in a Secret Santa exchange.

Muddling Through...Somehow - @txemrn 📚🎄Ⓜ

[mini: wip] With a massive car pile-up on Christmas Ever, it's all hands on deck at Edenbrook--including the Ramseys who are assigned to care for a Jane Doe and her young daughter. TW: Medical discussions, including mild blood and gore, pregnancy, surgery; innuendos; some characters lives will be put in jeopardy

Part 1: Code Orange

Nightmare Before Christmas - @ofmischiefandmedicine ☁🎄

During the most wonderful time of the year, things do not go according to Ethan’s plans. Feat. Sienna Trinh

The Wrong Person - @openheartfanfiction 📱

What if your MC / LI sent the wrong picture to the wrong number?

Ugly Sweater - @jamespotterthefirst ☁🎄

He convinces her to abandon Bryce Lahela’s Christmas party.

Under the Mistletoe - @trappedinfanfiction ☁🎄

Once, Ethan had been just like any other child, excited and happy as Christmas approached. That feeling had disappeared along with his mother, but maybe someone new can make him find the joy in the holiday again.

What Happened in Vegas - @jerzwriter 📚🛸

[mini: wip] Casey & her roommates are heading to Vegas, intent on taking down Declan Nash and Panacea; but this time, Dr. Ethan Ramsey is in tow.

CH 3: Winners and Losers

MULTIPLE PAIRINGS/CHARACTERS

This Life - @coffeeheartaddict2 📚🎭Ⓜ

[extended: wip] All appears well in the Ramsey household until Louise suddenly leaves, throwing life into disarray. TW: Deals with abandonment, Minor character death and other mature themes Feat. Ethan Ramsey, Alan Ramsey, Harper Emery, Naveen Banerji, F!MC, Tobias Carrick

Part 11: In All Honesty

Part 12: Tolerate It

SIENNA X M!OC

Christmas Miracles - @liaromancewriter ☁🎄

It’s their first Christmas together as husband and wife and a time to make new memories.

Santa Baby - @liaromancewriter ☁🎄

When Sienna takes her daughter to meet Santa, things take a turn for the bizarre.

The Santa Ultimatum - @liaromancewriter 📱🎄

Sienna gives the group an ultimatum about not telling the truth. Feat. Ethan Ramsey x F!MC

TOBIAS X F!MC

Just A Little Faith - @jerzwriter ☁🎄

Casey and Tobias reflect on how they have changed as they await Christmas day.

Our Little Surprise - @jerzwriter ☁

During a toast at their wedding, Tobias & Casey share a little secret they've been keeping. [Wedding; Pregnancy]

SUBMIT OPEN HEART FICS & WRITERS HERE

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DREAM DESTINATION NEWYORK CITY

The United States is a vast and diverse country, offering a wide range of experiences for travelers. From bustling cities to serene natural wonders, there is something for everyone to explore and discover. Whether it's the iconic landmarks of New York City, the breathtaking beauty of the Grand Canyon, or the vibrant music scene in New Orleans, each destination in the USA has its own distinct charm.

One popular destination for travelers in the USA is New York City. Known as "The Big Apple," New York City is a melting pot of cultures and offers a myriad of attractions. Visitors can explore famous landmarks such as Times Square, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty. The city is also renowned for its world-class museums like the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Modern Art. Additionally, Broadway shows, shopping on Fifth Avenue, and dining at diverse culinary establishments are all part of the unique experience that New York City has to offer.

Another must-visit location in the USA is the Grand Canyon. Located in Arizona, this natural wonder is one of the most breathtaking sights in the world. The vastness and beauty of the Grand Canyon are truly awe-inspiring. Visitors can hike along its rim or venture into its depths on various trails. The canyon also offers stunning viewpoints where one can witness unforgettable sunrises and sunsets. Exploring this geological marvel allows travelers to connect with nature on a profound level.

New Orleans, located in Louisiana, is another captivating destination in the USA. Known for its vibrant music scene, rich history, and unique cuisine, New Orleans offers a distinct cultural experience. Visitors can immerse themselves in the lively atmosphere of the French Quarter, where jazz music fills the air and street performers entertain passersby. The city is also famous for its annual Mardi Gras celebration, which attracts millions of visitors from around the world. Exploring the historic neighborhoods, indulging in delicious Creole and Cajun cuisine, and experiencing the warmth and hospitality of the locals are all part of the allure of New Orleans.

Accommodation costs can vary significantly depending on the location and type of accommodation you choose. In major cities like New York City or San Francisco, hotel prices tend to be higher compared to smaller towns or rural areas. To save money on accommodation, consider alternatives such as staying in budget hotels, hostels, or even renting a vacation home or apartment through platforms like Airbnb. Additionally, booking in advance and being flexible with your travel dates can help you find better deals.

Transportation: The United States is a vast country with a well-developed transportation system. When it comes to air travel, prices can vary depending on the time of year, airline, and destination. To find the best deals on flights, consider using flight comparison websites or signing up for fare alerts from airlines. If you are traveling within the country, domestic flights can sometimes be more affordable than long-distance train journeys. However, trains can offer a scenic and comfortable way to explore certain regions. For shorter distances or city exploration, public transportation options like buses or subways are usually cost-effective.

Food: Food expenses can vary depending on your preferences and dining choices. Eating out at restaurants can be relatively expensive in popular tourist areas or upscale establishments. To save money on food, consider exploring local markets and grocery stores where you can buy ingredients for self-catering meals. Many cities also have affordable food options such as food trucks, street vendors, or casual eateries that offer delicious meals at lower prices. Taking advantage of happy hour specials or dining during lunchtime when restaurants often have discounted menus can also help stretch your budget.

Activities and Attractions: The United States offers a wide range of activities and attractions, but some can be quite costly. Prioritize the attractions that interest you the most and research their admission fees in advance. Many cities have free or low-cost attractions such as museums with suggested donations or public parks where you can enjoy outdoor activities. Additionally, consider purchasing city passes or attraction bundles that offer discounted rates for multiple attractions. Taking advantage of free walking tours or exploring nature through hiking trails can also be budget-friendly options.

How to get there:

To use the public bus in New York, just stand at the stop, and as your bus approaches, just signal with your hand that you want the bus to stop. Fares are $2.75 for standard buses, and $6.75 for express buses. Fares can be paid in cash, by MetroCard or using contactless via the OMNY system. If paying in cash, you need to give exact change, and be aware that only coins are accepted as fare – no bills.

Where to stay:

First, we spent a few nights at the budget-friendly Freehand Hotel. The Freehand is part hostel, with smaller-than-average rooms, great common areas (including a nice rooftop), and lower-than-average prices, and part boutique hotel, with stylish decor and good service.

Where to eat:

This temple of Jewish appetizing in Soho is over the top in every way and pulls it off entirely: The lox comes on towers, the waiters yell “HOT BAGELS!” whenever there’s a fresh batch out of the oven, the breakfast sandwich costs $18 (it’s worth it, almost), and the French toast is one of the best things you can eat in NYC.

What to see and do:

New York is undoubtedly one of the most popular destinations in the world, due not only to its museums, galleries, and Broadway shows, but also to its sporting events, shopping, and food areas. If you plan to visit this city,

To visit the Statue of Liberty, you must book your ticket or access pass, which includes a roundtrip ferry ride around the statue, so you can take great pictures of Lady Liberty.

Admission costs start at $31 USD per person, which depends on whether you want to access the pedestal, go to the crown of the statue,

Total budget:

Airfare:₱4670

Accommodation:₱8700

Food:₱990

Transportation:₱151.25--371.25

Attractions:₱1705

TOTAL-₱16,436.25

Not bad in 4days in the world s most expensive city

#explore NEWYORK CITY

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