Summer haul

I have been extremely busy for the past couple months and have not had much chance to shop.

Ever since I saw a post regarding Greek Sandals in one of my favorite blog, I have been thinking about that neutral yet beautiful leather sandal that looks and feel better as time goes by.

It was one of my first purchases I made on the island.

Greek sandal

I love natural stone jewelry and am always looking at them on Etsy.com -- I think it can be dressed up and down, and are surprisingly neutral, and goes well with many different outfit choice.
When I saw this stone bracelet I immediately fell in love with the color.

The little blue eye on the turquoise bracelet is an Evil eye.
It is a good luck charm that is extremely popular in the Mediterranean culture and I was looking for a piece that included one but didn't look too much.
This turquoise bracelet was a perfect since I wanted a turquoise piece as well, and the 'eye' is dainty enough you won't even notice.

The wooden tray in the shape of a tear drop is made of pure olive tree, and again like the sandals, gets better with age.
The lady who owns the store told me to rub a little bit of olive oil in, and buff it if it starts to look a bit dry.

Stone bracelet and turquoise jewelry with an evil eye

Oversized dyed scarves in different shades of purple -- my favorite color 

Perfect white summer top that I can wear at home in Los Angeles.
Looks like something I can find at a store by Free People - but for about 1/3 of the price.

Gauze-y top I have been eyeing since my arrival in Greece

Mykonos Blue

I have truly hit career jackpot in May, when I was hired on as a full time FA on an account I did some work for previously.

This means I will now have benefits and be on a salary -- a situation I have coveted for 2 years.

The account is a private owner flying with two owners (they are related) and I take care of two airplanes they share.

It is a lot of work, since restocking and taking care of two large cabin planes means I am basically the 'mother hen' for two families -- you have to think about every aspect of the flight.

The summer and the holiday season are when they go on their long vacation, and here I am accompanying them, in a place I probably will never have a chance to be on my own -- Mykonos, Greece.

Small church by the water -
this picture is EXACTLY what I imagine when I hear the word "Mykonos"

Morning cappuccino by the water

Most photographed in Mykonos, making his daily appearance by the water

Nighttime by the water

Symbolic white buildings I have seen only in pictures 

Clear water

Lunch by the water

Busy busy busy...

pic courtesy of ebaumsworld.com

Sorry for the lack of post, I have been very busy with my job, and have been having a blast.
Never knew I would love my job so much!!

I did a guest spot on Crewlounge this week as well, check it out!!

Flying High

It's summertime, and many of you will be traveling.



View from our A320

I am no travel expert, (I just work here!) but throughout my career, I have gathered some ideas that would probably make your travel experience a little bit more easier or comfortable....

1) Dress in layers -- many planes (especially domestically) will be used for more than one segment during the day. However that does not necessarily mean that the temperature on the plane will always be comfortable. It takes time to cool down or heat up the cabin, as it is bigger than your car, and there will be more than four people sitting in the cabin with you, so add the body heat of 100+ people in to the mix. People tend to only dress for the destination or the city they are leaving. Dress so the clothes you have on can be adjusted to the temperature change.

My best advise for you would be a maxi dress with a hoodie. Throw a long knee socks in your purse, and wear flip flops as they are easy to slip on and off (security) but your feet may get cold when sitting. A hoodie can be balled up to be used as a pillow.




Rachel Pelly Maxi dress (shopbop.com)



Juicy Couture Hoodie (shopbop.com)


2) Bring snacks -- Liquids over a certain amount are not allowed through security so you will have to buy them in the terminal but bring food that won't spill or SMELL onboard. Best snacks will be almonds (I like flavored ones like wasabi or cinnamon) and crackers like Gold Fish that can be thrown in a baggie and not need to be kept cold. An apple will also be great, you can just bite into it. The idea is to not have to need something (utensils, hot water, etc.) in order for you to enjoy them.








3) Check your bag -- I know some airlines are charging crazy $ to check your baggage. My biggest advice here is to check your bags AT THE GATE. It's free, and on top of it, because your bags will be 'last ones on' it will be the first ones off at the baggage claim. You will have to get through security so you will have to make sure to comply with the liquid rules.
There are so many beauty items that are 'airline approved' sizes now, and here are some great ideas!



(image from marieclarie.com)




(image from polyvore)

Travel safe!!