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Being a Stewardess | One year of corona in aviation

02/03/2021 | 2 Reacties

When I drive past Schiphol in the early morning, or late at night after Miss World, and see the illuminated runways, I still feel those butterflies in my stomach. Schiphol is a magical place that I have admired since my childhood. A gateway to new adventures and special stories, I always wanted to be a part of that. As cliché as it may sound, “the sky is my home”. From an early age I already felt an enormous connection with aviation. And who follows his/her heart often gets where he/she belongs.

My airline feels like coming home, aviation feels like coming home. Even though I have a wonderful life on the ground, and I do all kinds of things besides my great job. Aviation is in my heart and soul, and I can never say goodbye to it. I got to know friends for life. Roos, Felitza, Michelle, Chrissy, Tessa, Stephanie and a lot of other special people

When I, 6 years ago, boarded for my first flight in then 8 years, I was even more sure than I was already as a child, that my heart was in aviation, and this was my place. It was the feeling of a new beginning, as if this was how it was supposed to happen. I still carry that feeling with me every day, and forever. When I get up in the morning, put on my uniform, high heels, red lipstick and look in the mirror, I think; I am allowed to do this job, I have made my dream come true, I am a flight attendant. And that feeling helps me through fun and slightly less fun flights and I take that thought with me every day. My heart and soul are in the air. It’s a part of me, a way of life I would never want to be separated from. I think aviation is a magical world that I would never want to leave.

One day, the masks will be gone, we will see people without masks on smile and hear wonderful stories from their travels. One day I will be in Dubai again enjoying myself with a nice crew, in Groningen again, or at another beautiful destination that will come. These are uncertain times, but remember; bad times are never forever. Often things get worse before they get better.

Don’t make me walk when I want to fly.

Note: In this blog post I have a lot of nice photos from before the Corona crisis / measures. So these are photos from before corona and the distance/mask rule.

Als ik langs Schiphol rijd op de vroege ochtend, of laat op de avond na Miss World, en de verlichtte landingsbanen zie, dan voel ik nog altijd die kriebels in mijn buik. Schiphol is een magische plek, die ik sinds kinds af aan al bewonder. Een poort naar nieuwe avonturen en bijzondere verhalen, daar wilde ik altijd een onderdeel van zijn. Hoe cliché het ook klinkt, ‘the sky is my home’. Sinds jongs af aan voelde ik al een enorme verbinding met de luchtvaart. En wie zijn hart volgt, komt vaak waar zij/hij hoort.

Mijn airline voelt als thuis komen, de luchtvaart voelt als thuis komen. Ook al heb ik een prachtig leven op de grond, en doe ik van alles naast mijn mooie baan, zit de luchtvaart in mijn hart en ziel. Van die wereld zal ik nooit afscheid kunnen nemen. Ik heb er vriendinnen voor het leven leren kennen; Roos, Felitza, Michelle, Chrissy, Tessa, Stephanie en een hoop andere bijzondere mensen

Toen ik, inmiddels 6 jaar geleden aan boord stapte voor mijn eerste vlucht in toen der tijd 8 jaar, wist ik nog zekerder dat mijn hart in de luchtvaart lag, en dit mijn plek was. Het was een gevoel van een nieuw begin, alsof dit zo hoorde te gebeuren. Dat gevoel draag ik nog altijd, en voor altijd elke dag met mij mee. Als ik in de ochtend opsta, mijn uniform, hoge hakken aantrek, rode lippenstift op doe en in de spiegel kijk dan denk ik; ik mag dit werk doen, ik heb mijn droom waar gemaakt, ik ben stewardess. En dat gevoel helpt mij door leuke, en ietjes minder leuke vluchten heen en die gedachte neem ik elke dag mee. Mijn hart en ziel ligt in de lucht. Het is een deel van mij, een manier van leven waar ik nooit afstand van zou willen doen. Ik vind de luchtvaart een magische wereld waar ik nooit uit zou willen vertrekken.

Op een dag, zullen de mondkapjes weg zijn, zullen we mensen zonder masker zien lachen en prachtige verhalen horen van hun reizen. Op een dag zit ik weer in Dubai te genieten met een leuke crew, in Groningen, of op een andere mooie locatie die komt. Het zijn onzekere tijden, maar onthoud; slechte tijden zijn nooit voor altijd. Vaak gaat het eerst slechter voor het beter wordt. 

Don’t make me walk, when I want to fly.

Note: In deze blogpost heb ik nog een hoop leuke foto’s van vóór de Corona crisis/maatregelen. Dit zijn dus foto’s van vóór corona en de mondkapjes/afstand plicht.

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Categorie: Being a Stewardess, Stewardess Tags: flight attendant, stewardess, stewardess diary

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  1. Chrissy zegt

    02/03/2021 om 21:13

    ZO leuk schat!

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  2. Idette zegt

    02/03/2021 om 21:49

    Leuk Mandy, ik heb ervan genoten. Hopelijk wordt het snel weer zoals het voor de coronacrisIs Was.

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As most people who know me - or who have been following my journey for a while - already understand… this country has brought an incredible amount of blessings into my life. Experiences, friendships, growth, and memories I will carry with me forever.

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MEXICO STORY (read & sound on) 🇲🇽 Something positive I wanted to share about México 🤍 As most people who know me - or who have been following my journey for a while - already understand… this country has brought an incredible amount of blessings into my life. Experiences, friendships, growth, and memories I will carry with me forever. With everything currently being shared online, I also feel the importance of balance. Yes, staying aware and informed matters - but so does telling the full story. Three weeks ago, I was there again. And what I experienced was what México has so often shown me: warmth, kindness, music in the streets, spontaneous conversations, familiar smiles, and those beautiful moments that remind you how powerful human connection can be. México has never been just a destination for me - it has been a place of expansion. A place where I laughed until my cheeks hurt, where strangers became friends, and where I was reminded to live a little softer and a little more present. Fear travels fast online… but so do gratitude and truth. So this is your gentle reminder that behind the headlines, there is also so much light. Many areas in Mexico continue to feel warm, welcoming, and safe - and I will always be grateful for every lesson, every memory, and every piece of growth this beautiful country has given me. Con mucho amor 🇲🇽✨ Mandy . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #tulum #mexico #playamaya #tuluminati #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant #travelblogger #solotravel #solotravelblog #femaletravel
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The boutique hostel that changed my life 🇲🇽🌴 (Sound on) Mayan Monkey Tulum has such a special place in my heart. 🐒🥥 If you’ve been following my Mexico trips for a while, you already know… my life would honestly not look the same if I hadn’t stayed here. I first arrived in 2022, and somehow I just kept coming back. This place didn’t just give me a bed for the night - it gave me friendships all over the world and some of the best memories of my life. From the beautiful boutique vibe to the ultra-clean dorms and high-quality private rooms, I’ve genuinely never had a bad stay here. The breakfast, drinks and food are always delicious, well-priced and worth it. If you’re looking for a stylish, social hostel in Tulum that feels almost like a resort - but still close enough to the beach - this is your sign. ✨ Who knows… it might just change your life too. #TulumMexico #MayanMonkey #SoloTravelGirl #HostelLife #TulumVibes #TravelReels #BoutiqueHostel #stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #tulum #mexico #playamaya #tuluminati #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant #travelblogger #solotravel #solotravelblog #femaletravel
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Mexico Magico - 10 times Tulum 🌴🌙 Staying at incredible @casa.exotica.signature was amazing. A brand new airbnb with multiple bedrooms/bathrooms and a beautiful master bedroom overlooking the pool. Would you visit Tulum? Leave a comment ✨ . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #tulum #mexico #playamaya #tuluminati #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant #travelblogger #solotravel #solotravelblog #femaletravel
Mexico Magico - 10 times Tulum 🌴🌙 Staying at incredible @casa.exotica.signature was amazing. A brand new airbnb with multiple bedrooms/bathrooms and a beautiful master bedroom overlooking the pool. Would you visit Tulum? Leave a comment ✨ . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #tulum #mexico #playamaya #tuluminati #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant #travelblogger #solotravel #solotravelblog #femaletravel
Mexico Magico - 10 times Tulum 🌴🌙 Staying at incredible @casa.exotica.signature was amazing. A brand new airbnb with multiple bedrooms/bathrooms and a beautiful master bedroom overlooking the pool. Would you visit Tulum? Leave a comment ✨ . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #tulum #mexico #playamaya #tuluminati #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant #travelblogger #solotravel #solotravelblog #femaletravel
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Mexico Magico - 10 times Tulum 🌴🌙 Staying at incredible @casa.exotica.signature was amazing. A brand new airbnb with multiple bedrooms/bathrooms and a beautiful master bedroom overlooking the pool. Would you visit Tulum? Leave a comment ✨ . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #tulum #mexico #playamaya #tuluminati #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant #travelblogger #solotravel #solotravelblog #femaletravel
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Recently - I visited Cancún for two nights at @mayanmonkey_ 🌴
A popular Mexican boutique hostel brand I know for a long time and have also visited often in Tulum. 

The trip started with joining one of the cabin crew members I already knew in advance and was coincidentally on this flight. We both had no solid plans so it was lovely to spend time together.

Thank you @mayanmonkey_ for the lovely stay! 🐒

More video’s soon ✨

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Recently - I visited Cancún for two nights at @mayanmonkey_ 🌴 A popular Mexican boutique hostel brand I know for a long time and have also visited often in Tulum. The trip started with joining one of the cabin crew members I already knew in advance and was coincidentally on this flight. We both had no solid plans so it was lovely to spend time together. Thank you @mayanmonkey_ for the lovely stay! 🐒 More video’s soon ✨ . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #tulum #laveleta #mexico #tulumbeach #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant #travelblogger #solotravel #solotravelblog #femaletravel
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