Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. Hi,@rashad: I am inclined to agree. Whilst Aira is very useful in multiple situations, I don't think I would feel comfortable enough to rely on it in a busy airport. Hats off to anyone who feels confident enough to do so however. Thank you for your post, you've given me some really useful tips. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/598524/#p598524 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. Hi,@rashad: I am inclined to agree. Whilst Aira is very useful in multiple situations, I don't think I would feel comfortable enough to rely on it in this sort of situation. Hats off to anyone who feels confident enough to do so however. Thank you for your post, you've given me some really useful tips. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/598524/#p598524 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. Personally, I've found using Aira at airports to be a bit of a gimmick, honestly wouldn't suggest it. It's great if you're sitting near your gate and want to find a coffee shop or something, but otherwise just use airport assistance, they exist for a reason. I've found that airport security and flight attendants both have no idea what to do with me if I walk up using Aira, which slows down the process significantly. Plus airports aren't the greatest for cell reception sometimes.Other than that all the advice here is great. Generally, if you're traveling in North America or Europe, you shouldn't have any issues, I've only ever been forgotten at airports in the middle east, and even then really rarely. Still, it's good to ask where the nearest counter is in relation to you whenever you're left anywhere, even if your assistant tells you it's only for a few seconds.My worst airport experience was probably the time I got placed on a bus to another terminal, got told by the guy assisting me that he'd just be sitting a few seats down, then the guy got off the bus for some reason. Took me 3 stops before it clicked that he'd vanished. But, generally, there will always be 50 million people around you in an airport who know English, and it's really rare that you'll ask a person for help finding the nearest staff member and they'll say no, even in social distancing times.Good luck on your trip. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/597966/#p597966 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. Hi,@Crescent: Thank you for the tips, I'm certain they will be useful to bear in mind. Even if you feel like you're repeating what has already been said, I'm grateful to have so many different perspectives.@Haily_Merry: You've summed up my feelings about flying completely. There's nothing quite like it, and I've always loved going on planes.I'm quite amazed by the amount of people who have experienced the wheelchair query. I'll definitely be sure to let them know that one will not be necessary. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/597721/#p597721 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. NicklasMCHD wrote:So more or less, as soon as I can get out and in!Lol, well played. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/596951/#p596951 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. will follow this.I myself am looking to travel as soon as this covid stuff is over.So more or less, as soon as I can get out and in! URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/596935/#p596935 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. Ah, gotta hate that stupid weal chair thing. It's probably 1 of my least favourite things about traveling abroad, right along with having to usually be padded down because security checkpoints hate me, and having to take my shews off in the states, because reasons.This probably sounds extremely petty, but the weal chair is also a source of some, uncomfortable memories for me. I had a rather huge operation on my feet in 2015 and was in a weal chair for quite a long time, but all it takes is being pushed in one to bring back those old feelings of complete and utter helplessness.Despite all that, though, I do actually really like flying. There's really nothing quite like it, the feeling of the G Force as you speed across the runway, the takeoff, everything. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/596797/#p596797 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
2020-12-09
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AudioGames . net Forum — Off-topic room : Green Gables Fan via Audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. I actualy can't wait to start going back to the airport and using Aira to see how much I will be able to do on my own! I actually went to the airport last year to have an Aira agent help me take pictures for a project I was doing, and I felt completely free with nobody guiding me except for a voice coming from my phone!I think preboard is a bit of a misnomer after hearing George Carlin's speech. I think priority boarding makes more sense. I mean, what does preboard mean, anyway? To get on before you get on? Or is it to get on before you need to? URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/596791/#p596791 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. As someone who has traveled a bit, everything has pretty much been said.All I can really say is to make sure your comfortable speaking up for yourself, and say what you need. All of my solo travel has been in the US, so keep this in mind.Often times, if I ask for assistance, the immediate reaction is a wheelchair, which I don't need, and actually makes me extremely anxious. So, I know that once they start suggesting a wheelchair, or I hear them call for one, I make sure to say that I don't need one, and would prefer to walk. sometimes it takes a lot of work for them to get that, but there's only been one time that it didn't. If you prefer getting on a plane before others, make sure you preboard, if its available. They seem to do that by default, but keep an ear out for the announcements. If you feel forgotten, get up, and walk to the counter where the attendants are, and they will be able to help.Getting off the plane, you usually wait until everyone else is off, then someone will come get you. If you are comfortable, you can always walk to the front on your own, and they can help you from there. It all depends on what you need, and what your comfortable doing on your own. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/596331/#p596331 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. Hi,@GreenGablesFan: Thank you for signposting this site, it made for a very interesting read and included some really valuable information.It's a shame you've not yet managed to travel to Mexico, but I hope you'll be able to do so in 2021. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/596121/#p596121 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
2020-12-06
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Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. I actually asked a question on Stack Exchange because my biggest concern was how to clear customs and declare items that I may be taking with me from the US to Mexico and vice versa. That was two years ago, and I wanted to go to Mexic since then, but I didn't get my pasport until close to 2019. I was going to go this year, but then COVIDD hit, and so now it looks like I'll have to wait. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/596117/#p596117 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. Hello,@MasterChief: Thank you so much for all of the info you've given. The tips were great too, especially regarding the use of apps to help just in case there are any issues. It's always a good idea to have a contingency plan. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/596084/#p596084 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. Alright, so I'll tell you a bit about my experience.I can say that I've flown enough times and to more than one airport where I've had 99% positive experience.However, be prepared if for any reason something goes wrong. Because trust me, it might happen.That depends on the airport you're flying from and the airport you're flying to.Things might go wrong like your assistant not coming back to get you at the time of boarding.Things you need to prepare includeyour phone, you'll need that more than you think you do. You need apps like be my eyes to get you out of tricky situations like this one.Let me give you this scenario:You come to the airport, and go to the checking counter, in my case, there is a checking counter for special needs.You give them your ID or your passport, and your booking number as well, and make sure to ask them to get someone to assist you.They will get someone to assist you and get you to the gate. Most likely, you'll get to the gate when there is a lot of time left until boarding. btw, usually boarding opens 45 minutes before the flight, all of this info is found on your boarding pass.When you get to the gate, since there is a long time left until boarding, your assistant will probably let you know that they'll have to go and come back to you at the time of boarding.In some airports, there is an area for special needs where your assistant will drop you there and come back to get you later, if not, he'll just drop you at the normal waiting area just like any body else.Before they leave, make sure to get all your documents back. Your id or passport, and your boarding pass as well.Here are a few tips:1. Some airlines allow you to get your boarding pass 24 or sometimes 48 hours before the flight. Saudi Airlines here allows me to get my boarding pass 48 hours before the flight using their app, I can then save the boarding pass in the Wallet app on my iPhone for easy access, the less paper I have the better.2. Always make sure to be at the airport 2 hours before the flight to avoid traffic and in case you haven't been able to get your boarding pass in the app, there will be chance for you to get it from the counter.3. You will be able to get your boarding pass up to 45 or 60 minutes before your flight. So make sure to come early, specially if you haven't been able to get your boarding pass from your airlines app.4. When your assistant leaves you at the gate if they do, make sure to ask them to tell you what gate you're boarding from, and where is it in relation to your current position. So in case they don't come back you know where to go.5. Use apps like be my eyes to your advantage.6. Probably you know this already, but make sure to follow all safety guidelines regarding covid19. Go to the airlines website and see what tips they provide there. failing to follow the guidelines might prevent you from boarding the airplane.7. This is something you should do during booking your flight actually. Don't choose a seat in the emergency exit row. You're not allowed in there.I hope that helps.If you have any questions just ask.Have a safe flight. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/595847/#p595847 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. Alright, so I'll tell you a bit about my experience.I can say that I've flown enough times and to more than one airport where I've had 99% positive experience.However, be prepared if for any reason something goes wrong. Because trust me, it might happen.That depends on the airport you're flying from and the airport you're flying to.Things might go wrong like your assistant not coming back to get you at the time of boarding.Things you need to prepare includeyour phone, you'll need that more than you think you do. You need apps like be my eyes to get you out of tricky situations like this one.Let me give you this scenario:You come to the airport, and go to the checking counter, in my case, there is a checking counter for special needs.You give them your ID or your passport, and your booking number as well, and make sure to ask them to get someone to assist you.They will get someone to assist you and get you to the gate. Most likely, you'll get to the gate when there is a lot of time left until boarding. btw, usually boarding opens 45 minutes before the flight, all of this info is found on your boarding pass.When you get to the gate, since there is a long time left until boarding, your assistant will probably let you know that they'll have to go and come back to you at the time of boarding.In some airports, there is an area for special needs where your assistant will drop you there and come back to get you later, if not, he'll just drop you at the normal waiting area just like any body else.Before they leave, make sure to get all your documents back. Your id or passport, and your boarding pass as well.Here are a few tips:1. Some airlines allow you to get your boarding pass 24 or sometimes 48 hours before the flight. Saudi Airlines here allows me to get my boarding pass 48 hours before the flight using their app, I can then save the boarding pass in the Wallet app on my iPhone for easy access, the less paper I have the better.2. Always make sure to be at the airport 2 hours before the flight to avoid traffic and in case you haven't been able to get your boarding pass in the app, there will be chance for you to get it from the counter.3. You will be able to get your boarding pass up to 45 or 60 minutes before your flight. So make sure to come early, specially if you haven't been able to get your boarding pass from your airlines app.4. When your assistant leaves you at the gate if they do, make sure to ask them to tell you what gate you're boarding from, and where is it in relation to your current position. So in case they don't come back you know where to go.5. Use apps like be my eyes to your advantage.6. Probably you know this already, but make sure to follow all safety guidelines regarding covid19. Go to the airlines website and see what tips they provide there. failing to follow the guidelines might prevent you from boarding the airplane.7. This is something you should do during booking your flight actually. Don't choose a seat in the emergency exit row. You're not allowed in there.I hope that helps. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/595847/#p595847 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. Thanks a lot mate, hope you have a safe flight too. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/595838/#p595838 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. Hi,@Afrim: Thank you so much for your detailed response; it's much appreciated and has really reassured me.I'm glad that things have (for the most part) been smooth sailing for you when it comes to air travel, and I hope you have a great time visiting your family. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/595748/#p595748 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
Re: Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. Well, there should be the option to book the flight with an assistant, no matter if the flight is national or international. Every airport offers the option of having an assistant and most of the time they can speak good English. Even if they don't, they are informed about what they have to do.Once you reach the airport and you want to hand in your ticket and luggage, you are informed that there will be someone who will guide you and help you with any procedure before and after the flight. During this process, you might have to give some details to the receptionist, such as your name and surname, phone number, address, and itinerary. Once this process is complete, your assistant will take you to a place where you will wait until the time for the flight has come. Then, once you reach the plain, you will be helped no more by the assistant of the airport, but rather by the flight attendents. They will help you with anything you need. Meanwhile, the airport from where the flight took off informs the airport where you will be landing that there is a person with sensory impairments and that he/she needs an assistant. They receive all the necessary information, such as if you have a connecting flight, and so on.It is recommended that you phone the company where you booked the flight from to see if everything is in order. This is not something that you should worry much about, but just to be sure.I've flown five times so far and only on one occasion have I had a not so pleasant experience. That was mainly because the assistant was a bit late to pick me up, and we had to run to reach my connecting flight. Otherwise, it has been a really positive experience.While I am used to flying and nothing makes any impression now, still it remains a novel experience and I look forward to my next flight after two weeks where I will visit my family. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/595680/#p595680 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad.
Tips for my first Solo Journey Abroad. Hello everyone,First of all, it's been a while since I've posted on here. I visit the forum frequently, but have not gotten involved in topics for a couple of years. Despite this break, I feel confident that there are people on here that will be able to give me some tips and advice.I know things are very difficult at the moment, and traveling abroad is not advisable, but I'm planning a trip to see one of my closest friends in Gibraltar once things have settled down somewhat and normal flight schedules have resumed. I of course want to wait until it is safe to go, and for all I know I might not be able to go till the middle of next year, but I want to plan my journey in advance and get as much information as I can. This is largely a result of this being my first solo international journey.I've done some research into getting assistance at airports etc, but I've not been able to find many personal accounts and experiences, so this is where all of you come in. I would really appreciate it if you could give me some tips and tricks for managing this first experience with as little stress as possible.Thank you in advance. URL: https://forum.audiogames.net/post/595642/#p595642 -- Audiogames-reflector mailing list Audiogames-reflector@sabahattin-gucukoglu.com https://sabahattin-gucukoglu.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/audiogames-reflector
