Jean-Michel Basquiat: King Pleasure

On a recent layover in New York City, I attended an exhibition of Basquiat’s art and life. This exhibit isn’t a typical exhibit, just like Basquiat wasn’t a typical artist. It isn’t in a museum or even a gallery. It’s in a warehouse in Chelsea. And it wasn’t curated by a staff member with a…

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Tea Time at Fortnum and Mason

Lately, I’ve been spending my layovers on an afternoon tea tour through London. Sitting and sipping tea is just about the right speed for this tired flight attendant. It doesn’t take much effort to put on a pretty dress, sit in an opulent setting, and indulge myself with scones and sweets. Perhaps, reader, you would…

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Out To Lunch

  European layovers are rough for flight attendants based on the west coast. No matter how you play it, you’ll miss one night of sleep each week. With a short 24-hour layover, you have two strategies:  When you get to the hotel, you can nap for a few hours. Then, draggg yourself out of bed and go…

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