Solo (female) travel & fashion blog

  • Home
  • About me
  • Fashion
    • Outfits
    • Must-have
  • Travel
    • Solo Travel
    • Africa
      • Egypt
      • Morocco
    • Asia
      • Indonesia
      • Japan
      • Thailand
    • Europe
      • Belgium
      • Croatia
      • France
      • Greece
      • Hungary
      • Italy
      • Portugal
      • Spain
    • Middle & South-America
      • Argentina
      • Brazil
      • Colombia
      • Guatemala
      • Mexico
      • Peru
    • North-America
      • Canada
    • The Middle East
      • Jordan
      • Turkey
      • UAE
  • Stewardess
    • Being a Stewardess
    • Layovers
  • Modelling
    • Portfolio & Experience
    • Miss World Netherlands
    • Miss Universe Netherlands – Noord-Brabant
    • Miss Grand Netherlands
  • Beauty
    • Product Reviews
    • Event/Workshop Reviews
  • Lifestyle
    • Week/food/lifestyle diary
    • Events
  • Food

Being a Stewardess | 2 years of flying

20/01/2020 | 3 Reacties

Hi everyone! This is a special post that I have dedicated to my dream job – Stewardess. I have now been flying for about 2 years and I already have a permanent contract. Because I love my work, I have added some of my favorite photos from the past (3) flying seasons in this post.

November 2017 I was told on the selection day that I was hired and was allowed to participate in the Initial (with Eindhoven Airport as base). The real flying adventure started in April 2018, where I could start after a fun, but especially busy month ‘Initial’ (The compulsory training that every new Cabin Attendant goes through and has to pass before you can start working as a Steward / Stewardess) with flights from Eindhoven (80%) and Amsterdam as second base (20%).

So far I have experienced a lot of fun, but also exciting, hilarious and special flights and I have seen a lot of beautiful arrival destinations. My very first was Funchal – Madeira during my initial, and the first of my second season was beautiful Innsbruck.

Hi allemaal! Dit is een speciale post die ik heb toegewijd aan mijn droombaan – Stewardess. Inmiddels vlieg ik al zo´n 2 jaar en heb ik al een vast contract. Omdat ik gek ben op mijn werk, heb ik een aantal van mijn favoriete foto´s van de afgelopen (3) vliegseizoenen in deze post geplaatst.

November 2017 kreeg ik op de selectiedag te horen dat ik was aangenomen en deel mocht gaan nemen aan de Initial (met als standplaats Eindhoven Airport). Het echte vliegavontuur begon april 2018, waar ik ná een leuke, maar vooral spannende maand ´Initial´ (De verplichte training die iedere nieuwe Cabin Attendant door gaat en moet halen, voor je aan de slag mag gaan als Steward/Stewardess), kon beginnen met vliegen vanaf Eindhoven (80%) en als 2e standplaats Amsterdam (20%).

Ik heb tot zo ver een hele hoop leuke, maar ook spannende, hilarische en bijzondere vluchten meegemaakt en heb een hele hoop mooie aanvlieg bestemmingen mogen zien. Mijn allereerste was Funchal – Madeira tijdens mijn initial, en de eerste van mijn tweede seizoen was het prachtige Innsbruck.

First year – 2018 Second year – 2019

I also regularly hear nice, but also special stories from passengers, what makes the job very special. The irregular times and days also make the work very enjoyable for me. Every flight is different! In these 2 years I have already made a lot of colleague friend (s), with whom I also do fun things during my time off and have had cool (work) parties and trips with. I personally also enjoy flying with so many different passengers and colleagues and having a different team every day.
Ook hoor ik regelmatig leuke, maar ook bijzondere verhalen van passagiers, wat het werk ook heel bijzonder maakt. De onregelmatige tijdstippen en dagen maken het werk voor mij ook heel erg leuk. Iedere vlucht is weer anders! Ik heb in deze 2 jaar ook al een hoop collega vriend(inn)en mogen maken, waar ik in mijn vrije tijd ook leuke dingen mee doe en gave (werk) feestjes en reisjes mee heb gehad. Ik vind het persoonlijk ook heel erg leuk om met zoveel verschillende passagiers en collega’s te vliegen en elke dag een ander samengesteld team te hebben.

Third year: 2020
Of course layovers and “Standby travel” (Flying with a special discount if space available for crew) is also super cool. I had my first work “layover” in Groningen last September, and will go to Dubai for 3 days at the end of this month! With my IPB rights I have already visited a lot: Palma de Mallorca, Seville, Athens, Lisbon, Valencia, Pisa / Florence, and even Tokyo.
Natuurlijk zijn stopjes en ‘IPB-en’ (Vliegen met een speciale korting indien plaats beschikbaar voor crew) ook super tof. Ik heb September vorig jaar mijn eerste werk ‘stopje’ gehad in Groningen, en mag aan het einde van deze maand naar Dubai voor 3 dagen! Met mijn IPB rechten heb ik al veel bezocht: Palma de Mallorca, Sevilla, Athene, Lissabon, Valencia, Pisa/Florence, en zelfs Tokyo.

Note: All pictures used in this post are also posted on my facebook or instagram page. All colleagues in the pictures are informed or tagged.
Opmerking: alle foto’s die in dit bericht zijn gebruikt, zijn ook op mijn Facebook- of Instagram-pagina geplaatst. Alle collega’s op de foto’s zijn geïnformeerd of getagd.

Related posts:

Being a Stewardess | One year of corona in aviation

Being a Stewardess | Back in the sky again

Spain Travel diary | Solo trip to Palma de Mallorca

Categorie: Being a Stewardess, Stewardess Tags: cabin attendant, cabin crew, flight attendant, my job, stewardess diary, work

Reacties

  1. Idette honselaar-Brouwers zegt

    21/01/2020 om 16:58

    Leuk Dat je he droom hebt kunnen waarmaKen mandy! Blijf heerlijk genieten, maar dat komt vast goed!

    Beantwoorden
  2. Harry zegt

    21/01/2020 om 17:47

    Leuke fotos Mandy! Ben blij voor jou dat je JE droomjob hebt!

    Beantwoorden
  3. Latife zegt

    29/03/2021 om 23:39

    Vind het altijd zo leUk om je Foto’s Te zien als stewardess, misscHien komt heT omdat Ik het Jaren geleden ook zelf heb Gedaan.

    Heb het ook altijd erg leuk gevonden.
    Hopelijk kan je binnenkort weer veel vliegeN,

    WeNs je veel succes in Je carriere, Natuurlijk ook met je traject bij miss world nederland.

    Liefs,

    Latife
    (LooKs by latife)

    Beantwoorden

Geef een reactie Reactie annuleren

Je e-mailadres wordt niet gepubliceerd. Vereiste velden zijn gemarkeerd met *

Deze site gebruikt Akismet om spam te verminderen. Bekijk hoe je reactie gegevens worden verwerkt.

Social Media

  • E-mail
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn
  • Periscope
  • Tumblr
  • Twitter

Instagram

Embodying Femininity 🤍
Happy international women’s day 🌷 
Hepburn Dress by @theprettydress #throwback 
.
.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub  #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
Embodying Femininity 🤍
Happy international women’s day 🌷 
Hepburn Dress by @theprettydress #throwback 
.
.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub  #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
Embodying Femininity 🤍
Happy international women’s day 🌷 
Hepburn Dress by @theprettydress #throwback 
.
.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub  #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
mandyvictoriab
mandyvictoriab
•
Follow
Embodying Femininity 🤍 Happy international women’s day 🌷 Hepburn Dress by @theprettydress #throwback . . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
1 dag ago
View on Instagram |
1/9
Thank you for a year of hair styling @_alinehairdesign_ 👑 Thankful for your sponsortitle at Miss Universe Netherlands (NB) 2025 🇳🇱
.
.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub #transavia #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
Thank you for a year of hair styling @_alinehairdesign_ 👑 Thankful for your sponsortitle at Miss Universe Netherlands (NB) 2025 🇳🇱
.
.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub #transavia #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
Thank you for a year of hair styling @_alinehairdesign_ 👑 Thankful for your sponsortitle at Miss Universe Netherlands (NB) 2025 🇳🇱
.
.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub #transavia #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
Thank you for a year of hair styling @_alinehairdesign_ 👑 Thankful for your sponsortitle at Miss Universe Netherlands (NB) 2025 🇳🇱
.
.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub #transavia #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
Thank you for a year of hair styling @_alinehairdesign_ 👑 Thankful for your sponsortitle at Miss Universe Netherlands (NB) 2025 🇳🇱
.
.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub #transavia #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
Thank you for a year of hair styling @_alinehairdesign_ 👑 Thankful for your sponsortitle at Miss Universe Netherlands (NB) 2025 🇳🇱
.
.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub #transavia #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
mandyvictoriab
mandyvictoriab
•
Follow
Thank you for a year of hair styling @_alinehairdesign_ 👑 Thankful for your sponsortitle at Miss Universe Netherlands (NB) 2025 🇳🇱 . . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub #transavia #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
4 dagen ago
View on Instagram |
2/9
Had such an amazing time in Paris. The second time visiting this beautiful place in 3 months time 🇫🇷 It was a very special trip! Can’t wait and hope to go back many more times in the future ✨ #paris

.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #paris #parisfrance #trocadero #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant #travelblogger #solotravel #solotravelblog #femaletravel
mandyvictoriab
mandyvictoriab
•
Follow
Had such an amazing time in Paris. The second time visiting this beautiful place in 3 months time 🇫🇷 It was a very special trip! Can’t wait and hope to go back many more times in the future ✨ #paris . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #paris #parisfrance #trocadero #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant #travelblogger #solotravel #solotravelblog #femaletravel
7 dagen ago
View on Instagram |
3/9
Bonsoir 🌹
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #paris #parisfrance #trocadero #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant #travelblogger #solotravel #solotravelblog #femaletravel
mandyvictoriab
mandyvictoriab
•
Follow
Bonsoir 🌹 . . . . . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #paris #parisfrance #trocadero #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant #travelblogger #solotravel #solotravelblog #femaletravel
1 week ago
View on Instagram |
4/9
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
mandyvictoriab
mandyvictoriab
•
Follow
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
2 weken ago
View on Instagram |
5/9
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
mandyvictoriab
mandyvictoriab
•
Follow
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
2 weken ago
View on Instagram |
6/9
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
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
mandyvictoriab
mandyvictoriab
•
Follow
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
3 weken ago
View on Instagram |
7/9
Airline party crew ✈️📸 @transavia @hv_copilotenfeest
.
.
.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub #transavia #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
Airline party crew ✈️📸 @transavia @hv_copilotenfeest
.
.
.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub #transavia #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
Airline party crew ✈️📸 @transavia @hv_copilotenfeest
.
.
.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub #transavia #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
Airline party crew ✈️📸 @transavia @hv_copilotenfeest
.
.
.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub #transavia #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
Airline party crew ✈️📸 @transavia @hv_copilotenfeest
.
.
.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub #transavia #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
Airline party crew ✈️📸 @transavia @hv_copilotenfeest
.
.
.
.
.
#stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub #transavia #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
mandyvictoriab
mandyvictoriab
•
Follow
Airline party crew ✈️📸 @transavia @hv_copilotenfeest . . . . . #stewardess #flightattendant #cabincrew #cabinattendant #pageantqueen #peterpan #peterpanvakantieclub #transavia #amsterdam #model #missnetherlandsfinalist #beautypageant
4 weken ago
View on Instagram |
8/9
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
mandyvictoriab
mandyvictoriab
•
Follow
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
4 weken ago
View on Instagram |
9/9

5 years of blogging mini video 2015-2020

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtj_EXDUZYs

Featured post

Embracing Authenticity | Defending Truth on my Miss World (Netherlands) journey in 2021, my core values and mission

Dutch version below – Hello everyone, I would like to share my truth, vision, and story with all of you, including the beliefs I stand for. Why I’ve been blogging for 10 years, using Instagram to share my story, and why I decided to participate in beauty pageants like Miss World for my country. The truths and misconceptions about me and my participation in the pageant and standing up for my personal narrative and story. – Celebrate Your Authenticity: My Core Value, Standing up against Bullying, and Self-empowerment. “I signed a contract that does not allow me to be completely open about my experiences with ‘MWNL’. Nevertheless, I want to […]

Facebook

Loading...

Archieven

Search this website

Copyright © 2026 Mandy Beekwilder