Clueless American Vlogger Vows To Boycott “Third World” Spain Over Volotea Boarding Pass Fee

Clueless American Vlogger Vows To Boycott “Third World” Spain Over Volotea Boarding Pass Fee

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It’s really sad when I’m siding with an ultra low cost carrier that has a bunch of punitive fees over a traveler, but that’s exactly how I feel here. I don’t get why people can’t understand that laws and social norms differ around the globe… especially from an experienced traveler who proudly claims that she has visited 185 of 195 countries.

Volotea staff abandon desk after traveler refuses to stop recording

PYOK flags how a vlogger with the username Escape with Emily has posted a video on YouTube about her experience traveling to Spain. This woman seems to have a lot of drama when she travels.

Don’t waste 30+ minutes of your time, but the relevant part is the last eight minutes of the below video. On June 4, 2026, she was supposed to fly on ultra low cost carrier Volotea, from Oviedo, Spain (OVD), to Paris, France (ORY).

As is common with ultra low cost carriers, there are some punitive policies in place. For example, you need to print your boarding pass online, and if you need to have your boarding pass printed by an employee at the airport, you have to pay a fee of €30.

Long story short, this traveler claims that she tried to check in online, and didn’t receive her boarding pass. I can’t speak to that, but I tend to think that when an airline carries 10+ million passengers per year, issues with boarding passes typically come down to user error. It later comes out that the boarding pass may have gone to a different email. Her retort is that this means she’s still checked in. To be clear, the fee isn’t for checking in, it’s for the boarding pass, which she didn’t have.

That brings us to the issue at hand — while at the Volotea ticketing office, she was wearing Meta AI glasses, which record everything, and you can tell based on the flashing light. The Volotea employees notice this, and ask her to stop recording. The station manager even gets involved.

I have to say, they remain calm and respectful, and repeatedly say that they’ll only help her if she stops recording. They even threaten to call the police if she posts this on social media. She keeps ignoring that request, and just keeps standing there. They inform her the only way to get a boarding pass is to pay.

When she just keeps standing there, the agents eventually get up and leave the office. She then follows them to the check-in counter and keeps recording them.

She finishes the video by saying the following:

“This is something that happens in a third world country, you guys, I would honestly never expect this to happen in a European country, but like, you know, here we are. So two thumbs down for Spain, you did not restore my hope unfortunately, you just confirmed what I thought about Spain before I came here, and I will try to never go again.”

As a follow-up to this, she took to X to inform her 21 followers of the fact that when she complained to Volotea, they focused on how she was recording employees against their consent, rather than addressing her complaint. They offered her the opportunity to share her side of the story.

This traveler was completely out of line, shame on her

I always try to see both sides of the story, but here I side with the airline 100%. Look, Volotea’s fee for printing a boarding pass is no doubt frustrating, I get that. And if there was some glitch that caused her to not get her boarding pass, she can take that up after the fact with the airline, file a credit card dispute, etc.

But the way she treated employees here was unacceptable:

  • Virtually everywhere in the world, it’s against airline rules to record staff without their permission; furthermore, legally many European countries have much stricter privacy laws, when it comes to recording others without their consent, and Spain has especially tight laws in that regard, so staff were within their rights to refuse to help
  • The station manager was actually polite with her, and I’d say they did a great job deescalating, simply ignoring her rather than actually calling the police; heck, I couldn’t believe that at the end of that, they were still willing to give her the opportunity to pay the fee
  • It’s pathetic that she has decided that she’s not going to return to Spain because she booked a flight on an airline that has a boarding pass fee; honey, don’t go anywhere close to Europe again then, because this policy is virtually identical to what you’ll find on Ryanair
  • These employees did nothing wrong — if she had an issue with the company’s policy, she should take it up that way, rather than harassing these poor people; that’s also why it’s unacceptable to record these people, since it’s not like she was documenting some terrible behavior, as they were just enforcing company policy

Honestly, this person’s behavior is what I’d expect from someone who has never left the United States, and not someone has reportedly been to all but 10 countries in the world.

Also, not to be too woke, but I love how after complaining about Volotea, she’s now taking to X to complain about TSA at JFK, using an AI picture of monkeys working at security. Classy.

Bottom line

A very experienced American traveler booked a ticket on ultra low cost carrier Volotea, which requires passengers to get their boarding pass online, or else pay a fee at the airport. While she claims she checked in, she didn’t have the boarding pass, so the Volotea ground staff in Spain enforced the rules, and asked her to pay.

She recorded the whole interaction with her Meta AI glasses, and they asked her to stop, but she refused. So they then stepped away from the counter, since she wouldn’t take “no” for an answer. Her conclusion was that this is “third world” behavior, and that she’s never traveling to Spain again. What a way to live…

What do you make of this Volotea incident?

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  1. Lieflat19 Diamond

    DONT CLICK ON HER VIDEO!!!! you are just giving her money for this. It's all clickbait

  2. Becky Guest

    I haven't watched the video but I'm with the vlogger. Another Spanish budget airline, Vueling, once changed a flight time to 12 hours EARLIER and admitted with a nasty attitude that they didn't notify me because they sent it to the wrong email (even though my correct email was listed on my booking confirmation). When I started filming the interaction because they refused to rebook us on another airline or offer any compensation or even...

    I haven't watched the video but I'm with the vlogger. Another Spanish budget airline, Vueling, once changed a flight time to 12 hours EARLIER and admitted with a nasty attitude that they didn't notify me because they sent it to the wrong email (even though my correct email was listed on my booking confirmation). When I started filming the interaction because they refused to rebook us on another airline or offer any compensation or even a refund, they called the airport police and insisted I could not photograph or film personnel. I've flown several budget airlines (Ryanair, Transavia, WOW, etc.) so agree with knowing the terms but I wouldn't put it past the airline to mess with her email info for a few Euros. I love Spain but their airlines...not so much.

  3. NYGuy24 Diamond

    A quick glance at her other videos and she comes off as a despicable person. May have been better if you didn't link her video and give someone like this a platform to spout their nonsense.

    1. 1990 Guest

      But, but… she supposedly doesn’t drink alcohol… (like our dear President…) /s

  4. John Guest

    Her other videos are horrible too. She just wants press and she's getting it unfortunately. Can anyone find her last name or where she is from? I did a quick search but couldn't find anything. Wondering if she has a "real" job besides trying to get followers.

    1. 1990 Guest

      John: "I can fix her."

      Reality: John can make her worse.

  5. ScottRWM New Member

    'Offload. Failing to comply with a lawfull instruction'.

    1. Eskimo Guest

      I question if its even lawfull (sic) instruction.

      People with authority doesn't mean they follow the authority given to them.

    2. DFW Flyer Guest

      While we’re correcting people, its [sic].

    3. DFW Flyer Guest

      And just for me, it’s not its [sic], it is “it’s.” This has been… fun.

  6. Samo Diamond

    Actually, the comparison with Ryanair doesn't hold. Ryanair now issues boarding passes for free as long as you checked in online. But idiots of her calibre usually find a way to cause drama about some random things, no matter what.

    And those stupid glasses need to be banned asap.

  7. MaxPower Diamond

    may I Say..
    thank you, Ben.
    you are always there for everyone, despite status.

    1. MaxPower Diamond

      I only say that because... does anyone read this blog for "view from the bathroom?" no. we don't. and I don't either. I appreciate Ben so much....

      Ordering a prosecco and antipasti is a great way to sull up in Europe

      -- I'm excited about my new data -- give me a few...

  8. Eskimo Guest

    There are 2 issues here.

    1. The issue of recording and privacy. Which she deserves all the negative comments thrown at her. Bad move. Bad entitlement issues.

    2. The check-in issue. Which is the root cause of all problems and seems to be overlooked by everyone.

    Now full disclosure I didn't watch the whole thing but I think is enough to draw some conclusions.

    I'm going to have to call out the unaccountable power trip...

    There are 2 issues here.

    1. The issue of recording and privacy. Which she deserves all the negative comments thrown at her. Bad move. Bad entitlement issues.

    2. The check-in issue. Which is the root cause of all problems and seems to be overlooked by everyone.

    Now full disclosure I didn't watch the whole thing but I think is enough to draw some conclusions.

    I'm going to have to call out the unaccountable power trip employees for refusing to help and shifting the blame on recording.

    They even have a FAQ if it happens (but employee still not following policy)
    https://www.volotea.com/en/contact/article/12603885351837

    Here's the thing, non EU passports sometimes run into issues checking in online with LCC.
    Rather than varoius bloggers explain this to the public, they gaslight and blame the customer for not being prepared.

    I can't believe there will be such day I call out Ben like this but a big disappointment up there with the kickstarter. He was young back then not like now after 47,187 Posts Published.

    Especially from an experienced traveler who proudly claims that he has 5,883,136 Miles Traveled. You're a bit out of touch because you don't fly enough LCC in EU.

  9. Dana Guest

    Sadly, drama sells. Emily has realized this, and unfortunately so has the author of One Mile at a Time.

  10. James D Guest

    Must be a new generation of trailer park yokels.

  11. SamG Guest

    Not wanting to be recorded is simply evidence that they have misbehavior to hide.

    Shame on Volotea employees.

    1. Alan Z Guest

      Just what part of reading do you not understand? As Ben clearly annuciated, it is against the law Period in many EU countries to film anyone without their permission. End of discussion.

  12. JM Guest

    She wants more followers. Tired of influencers antics. They lower the bar.

  13. Creditian Guest

    Entitled white woman, period

    1. 1990 Guest

      How do you know it was that-time-of-the-month? /s

  14. Gray Guest

    Slightly tangential, but...

    I'm surprised that more "I'm never traveling to your country again" threats aren't met with an entry ban.

  15. karmatourer Gold

    I dealt with passengers like her for the majority of my career. I listened to their crap for a few minutes and then called for assistance to move them from my line so I could help normal human beings. I didn’t put up with their crap.

  16. Miami305 Diamond

    Clearly a wannabe blogger who is clueless. They should have simply canceled her booking and sent her on her way.

    As for recording airline employees, we need this! Too often they make crap up... lie! (Think of the blogger in PE when a FA made up lies about the blogger causing problems. Without the recording he is toast.)

    Having said that, 100% you need to follow the laws in the country you are in. Europe has some strict rules.

  17. ClownDancer Guest

    I wish i could be as stupid as her.

    1. 1990 Guest

      "You mustn't be afraid to dream a little bigger, darling." — Eames (Tom Hardy) in Christopher Nolan's 2010 film Inception.

  18. omarsidd Diamond

    There's somebody being "third world" here and it sure isn't Spain lol.

    Wish these people who make American travelers look bad would just stay home and dabble with the magas that are more their speed.

    1. 1990 Guest

      We, Americans, are not a monolith. That said, her village called, and they'd like their idiot back! Huhyuck! *slaps knee*

  19. This comes to mind Guest

    "For example, you need to print your boarding pass online" She was never required to do so. She could check in online, get a PDF and print it. Or, she could just have the PDF on her phone/tablet. But, of course, what she should have done is downloaded the app, where she can access the BP or store it in here wallet. You can always remove the app after flying. And, she could check in...

    "For example, you need to print your boarding pass online" She was never required to do so. She could check in online, get a PDF and print it. Or, she could just have the PDF on her phone/tablet. But, of course, what she should have done is downloaded the app, where she can access the BP or store it in here wallet. You can always remove the app after flying. And, she could check in 4 days before the flight if she didn't pay for a seat assignment (and earlier if she did).
    Ryanair has removed the fee to print a boarding pass. After you check in (at least 2 hours before the flight), you would use a digital BP. But, all you have to do is have a reason to need a paper one (phone broke, ran out of power) and they print one for free now.

  20. Pat Guest

    Ben, I've been a long-time reader of your blog. I think the value that you bring comes from your measured, thoughtful, and knowledgable insight.

    So I'd encourage you: don't lower yourself to the type of "content" that these "influencers" are peddling. They're professional drama queens who offer nothing of substance to experience travelers, or travel enthusiasts.

    Don't give these people oxygen. Focus on what you're good at, and what sets you apart from all the slop.

  21. Andy Diamond

    From a legal perspective, the Vlogger is clearly wrong filming people who do not want to be filmed. But Volotea is clearly legally wrong charging a Boarding Pass Fee (BPF). Legally, the contract of a passenger with an airline is a transportation contract from A to B. The airline has all the right to charge for anything that is not required to be transported from A to B (e.g., food, drinks other than water, seat...

    From a legal perspective, the Vlogger is clearly wrong filming people who do not want to be filmed. But Volotea is clearly legally wrong charging a Boarding Pass Fee (BPF). Legally, the contract of a passenger with an airline is a transportation contract from A to B. The airline has all the right to charge for anything that is not required to be transported from A to B (e.g., food, drinks other than water, seat reservation etc.). However BP is a requirement to pass security and board the plane, i.e., to fulfil the contract. Therefore, the fee is illegal.

    1. This comes to mind Guest

      Wow, it's clearly illegal, but hasn't been successfully challenged. Europe must not have any good lawyers. Or, maybe it is legal. (I'm not a lawyer)

    2. 1990 Guest

      Oof. This comes to mind fails again. (Typical Ohio…)

    3. This comes to mind Guest

      Referring to legality of fee to print BP....

    4. Andy Diamond

      The issue is that most European countries have no "small claims court". If you wanted to challenge it, you would need to go to a full tribunal. Both court and lawyer would require prepayments of more than 1000 EUR - which Volotea needs to refund, if you win the case. However, Volotea would not go that far, latest once you filed the case, they would refund voluntarily the 30 EUR paid. Which means the whole...

      The issue is that most European countries have no "small claims court". If you wanted to challenge it, you would need to go to a full tribunal. Both court and lawyer would require prepayments of more than 1000 EUR - which Volotea needs to refund, if you win the case. However, Volotea would not go that far, latest once you filed the case, they would refund voluntarily the 30 EUR paid. Which means the whole case collapses, because you have received the 30 EUR you claimed, and nobody would refund you the prepayment made on your lawyer and court.

    5. Dan Guest

      Perhaps in the United States of America it is illegal, but not resolved legally in the EU. The Spanish government has already fined ULCCs millions for this practice but the fines are challenged in court.

    6. karmatourer Gold

      You’re full of crap. Move along wannabe Perry Mason.

    7. Samo Diamond

      Physical BP isn't required to pass security and boarding plane. You can also do it with a digital BP which - voila - is free! Having them print one for you is optional and thus subject to an extra charge, like everything optionals is at LCCs.

      At the few airports where digital BPs aren't available, you can always get a printed one for free.

  22. Bobo Bolinski Guest

    STOP giving these assholes exactly what they crave - attention. STOP posting things about them. STOP providing their names, links to their moronic self-aggrandizing monetized online crapholes. IGNORE THEM.

    YOU are the problem. YOU are enabling them. YOU are responsible for society's descent into the cesspool it is now. YOU.

    The only way to reduce the level of these parasitic scumbags is to IGNORE THEM. If you enable them by providing them eyeballs, YOU are...

    STOP giving these assholes exactly what they crave - attention. STOP posting things about them. STOP providing their names, links to their moronic self-aggrandizing monetized online crapholes. IGNORE THEM.

    YOU are the problem. YOU are enabling them. YOU are responsible for society's descent into the cesspool it is now. YOU.

    The only way to reduce the level of these parasitic scumbags is to IGNORE THEM. If you enable them by providing them eyeballs, YOU are just as bad (in fact, worse).

  23. Semperfix Guest

    While the Voltea video was pathetic- her Afghanistan and Somalia videos are the true offensive garbage. Two countries I've spent years in, she's the sort of person I would avoid in public at all costs. Loud, self-important, weapons-grade ignorant.

    1. Alert Guest

      Semper ... Please inform us about Afghanistan and Somalia ? How is she wrong ?

  24. Tome Guest

    Why on earth would you bother writing about a “vlogger” with 21 followers on X? What does that say about you?

    I probably have more followers than that and I haven’t logged onto X in a couple of years. Would you make me famous if I had a melt down and posted a video about it? Is it really that easy?

    1. Alert Guest

      Tome ... The issues are related : (a) unnecessary "fees" demanded to unfairly raise revenue ; (b) fearful running away and hiding to avoid being recorded collecting the "fees" .

    2. Tome Guest

      Err….Alert, I feel like you might have completely missed the point of Ben’s post.

    3. KennyT Gold

      I thought Ben was joking about the 21 followers, but he wasn't, so you're right to ask why he bothered to post this.

      The good news is that she's down to 20 followers as of 4pm eastern time.

    4. Thomas Guest

      Because Lucky has nothing to write about. It’s a gossip column now. No different than VFTW except the airline strategy analysis is much lower.

  25. Alert Guest

    Airlines know the fee for a boarding pass is wrong ; hence their rules against recording . Europeans consider recording fee compulsion to be "lese majeste" .

  26. Alert Guest

    So what if recording is not allowed ? If it is accurate , then it is a fair proof of what is said . Courts have records of what is said . Europeans have not allowed authors , books , religions , and ethnic groups , and tried to destroy what was said . They even disallowed Galileo .

    1. TravelinWilly Diamond

      You are really the best troll ever, or next level stupid. There is no third option. I suspect you are number two, above; you'll you'll always be number two at OMAAT.

      Courts, European history, books, religions, ethnic groups, Galileo - all have nothing to do with anything here.

      Do keep commenting, though, it's truly fantastic. Also, don't forget to bring up your hatred for girls and women, you haven't mentioned "girl food" in hours.

    2. Alert Guest

      TrevelinW ... The company runs away and fearfully hides from being recorded ; the brave girl in the video is bravely fighting "fees" and people who run away and hide . She is a "champion" and not a meek target of the "fee demanders" . I admire her .

  27. 1990 Guest

    "Look at me. LOOK AT ME... USA is the s-hole country now."

    (Credits: Captain Phillips, 2013, and, also, President Trump, 2018.)

    1. Alert Guest

      Are you referring to the Knicks' fans in NYC celebrating by attacking one another ?

    2. Aaron Guest

      The handful of people in NYC you are trying to paint the entire population as?

    3. 1990 Guest

      Alert... no time for losers... 'cause we are the champions...

    4. TravelinWilly Diamond

      (Psst, it's "president" Trump.)

    5. 1990 Guest

      "Ack! There's nary an animal alive that can outrun a greased Scotsman!"

  28. Thomas Guest

    The irony of calling someone else clueless when you only spend time in luxury hotels and resorts when you travel outside of the US is peak.

    1. TravelinWilly Diamond

      The irony of you making such a doltish comment on this blog makes you look like this is your first time here. Welcome!

      Staying at luxury hotels and calling someone clueless? How would that, in anyone's mind (except yours), be mutually exclusive, and/or "peak?"

    2. Thomas Guest

      Travelinwilly, reading the full sentence is important - I guess you missed the “Only spending time in”. Theres nothing wrong with staying at a luxury hotel.

      Btw sorry I don’t live on the blogs like you and 1990. Commenting on every post across the blogs seems to be your part time job.

    3. 1990 Guest

      Thomas, thank you for letting us live rent free in your head… my only concern is that it’s quite empty up here… may we please get some furniture? A couch? Anything! ‘Oh, the humanity!!’

  29. atsbrad Member

    Sadly I think she has achieved exactly what she wanted: more attention. Clearly she is some type of narcissist and possibly racist and xenophobist. And these articles are only giving her more attention. No amount of shaming will stop her.

  30. ben Guest

    What a rude American, disgusting.

  31. J Barry Guest

    At 16:45 of the Youtube video, she admits to using an "invalid credit card" that she "had cancelled a long time ago" in order to settle a dispute with a taxi driver. Don't leave home without it!

    Her credit card issuers and the vendors she uses ought to take note.

  32. AeroB13a Diamond

    Ben, thank you for publishing this story as it typifies the mentality of many of the mindless bloggers cavorting around the world today. The lessons to be learned from this story are, learn to read before choosing a ULCC, accept their terms and conditions and try not to make yourself look like a blithering idiot in a public place.

    1. Thomas Guest

      You mean, it gives them what they want - more attention and more platforms.

    2. AeroB13a Diamond

      Not at all Thomas. The little darlink obviously has difficulty understanding basic instructions and is clearly harassing the Spanish staff members. She blames them for her ignorance and her unwillingness to cooperate. It is a sign of our times and the lack of followers is proof of her inadequacy.

      As for websites like this giving her platform might be true, but I benefit from your click, as you mine when Ben converts clicks to flight...

      Not at all Thomas. The little darlink obviously has difficulty understanding basic instructions and is clearly harassing the Spanish staff members. She blames them for her ignorance and her unwillingness to cooperate. It is a sign of our times and the lack of followers is proof of her inadequacy.

      As for websites like this giving her platform might be true, but I benefit from your click, as you mine when Ben converts clicks to flight and hotel reviews. I do not blame Ben for publishing click-bait articles, do you?

    3. Thomas Guest

      I blame Ben for ruining the journalistic integrity of this blog over the years by posting more and more bullshit like this. Yes, I do.

  33. Kevin Guest

    Many American's are clueless and downright ignorant when travelling abroad and Just ASSUME how things should be making them appear to being an asshat in the eyes of the casual observer. Working over 40 years for an Airline, I learned very early, Stay Far Clear of fellow Americans overseas...........they are Loud, Obnoxious, somewhat rude and dismissive when told what to do. Doesn't apply to ALL Americans but it pretty much speaks for the majority and...

    Many American's are clueless and downright ignorant when travelling abroad and Just ASSUME how things should be making them appear to being an asshat in the eyes of the casual observer. Working over 40 years for an Airline, I learned very early, Stay Far Clear of fellow Americans overseas...........they are Loud, Obnoxious, somewhat rude and dismissive when told what to do. Doesn't apply to ALL Americans but it pretty much speaks for the majority and why the Locals are not so keen seeing them. Some cannot even grasp that the US Dollar is not acceptable currency tendered in these Countries and they want to argue about it. that is how bad it really is.

    1. rrapynot Guest

      I recently observed some Americans from a cruise ship in a restaurant in Casablanca arguing because the restaurant would not accept US$ for payment. The owner reluctantly said he would accept Euros instead of Dhirams but not US$.

      Another diner generously offered to convert their US$ to Euros a a rate of $1.10 per euro but the Americans didn’t understand exchange rates and insisted that all currencies were a 1:1 exchange.

    2. Ken Guest

      Lol I really hope you made up this story because seriously how is it possible that someone bought a ticket and went to another country without knowing what exchange rates are or that currencies may be different in each country

    3. michael Guest

      Ken - I have a friend who works in a car rental facility at one of the Hawaiian island airports and she is amazed at how many Americans dont realize that the official currency of Hawaii is the US dollar....seriously, you cant make this up....

    4. scio nescio Guest

      Why didn't the owner accept USD for Dirham when the exchange rate was 1:1? (instead of 1:9.2) Would have been a heck of a deal. (And I understand Americans like deals)

    5. Thomas Guest

      What person doesn’t like a deal? What a dumb statement

  34. Aaron Guest

    If this means less a-holes like her visit Spain, then that is a good outcome.

  35. Alert Guest

    Why are they so fearful of being recorded demanding a "fee" for a boarding pass ? She is merely recording her experience with them , no ?

    1. Vic Guest

      There are strict privacy laws in Europe which require consent for any type of recording. Secondly, it is also a safety issue for those employees who are just doing their job.

    2. Phillip Guest

      Why should anyone, in any occupation, customer facing or otherwise, be subjected to being recorded while doing their job without their consent? And certainly without compensation given how much of this material is then monetised!

    3. Duck_Ling New Member

      It's pretty simple.

      Because individuals can record 30 minutes of a conversation and then edit it to 4 dramatic minutes that completely distort what happened - then post it online for millions to see.

    4. David Diamond

      Because there exists people like Josh Cahill and Nonstop Dan.

  36. Steve Guest

    Try videotaping in Middle East and the headline will be ‘American blogger disappears. Nobody cares.’

  37. Jd Guest

    So glad she is not going to Spain, good riddance

  38. Ken Guest

    Poor girl, I hope she finds peace but in the meantime she should not be traveling outside of the US. And poor airline staff, I hope the airline sues her for privacy violation an have a court order so she can't come to Spain anymore. Despite of what they say, influencers cannot be trusted for their words.

  39. JdV Guest

    Fortunately it will be quite easy to refuse her access to the entire EU airspace as she can be flagged while applying for a ETIAS. So never returning to Spain or any other EU country? Consider it done.

    1. Samo Diamond

      That's not how it works. Being a c**t isn't a valid legal reason for an entry ban.

  40. Ole Guest

    “It’s pathetic that she has decided that she’s not going to return to Spain“ actually in light of this gross injustice, she should refrain from traveling outside the US. I mean we all know, all other countries are third world countries, so why leave US.

    1. gstork Guest

      It sure seems like the blogosphere is akin to third world countries. Her online persona should be called “Escape FROM Emily”!

  41. Jason Wong Guest

    The blogger tweets "This is the first encounter in the USA for tourists." referring to TSA.

    That isn't how it works - a tourist arriving the USA by plane would first encounter US immigration, then US customs. You don't deal with TSA on arrival, you deal with TSA when departing and going through security.

    You would deal with TSA if you arrive at JFK from overseas, and you have a connecting domestic flight. But...

    The blogger tweets "This is the first encounter in the USA for tourists." referring to TSA.

    That isn't how it works - a tourist arriving the USA by plane would first encounter US immigration, then US customs. You don't deal with TSA on arrival, you deal with TSA when departing and going through security.

    You would deal with TSA if you arrive at JFK from overseas, and you have a connecting domestic flight. But even then you still go through immigration and customs first.

    Don't get me wrong, TSA has a lot of room for improvement, but I think it's better to focus on facts.

  42. Rain Guest

    I would recommend that anyone who dislikes this behaviour just not click on the video.
    Her having 21 followers on twitter tells me that her following is small and behaviour like this is specifically driven to gather a following, by any means. The only way to combat this is to not engage at all.

  43. AeroB13a Guest

    Ah yes, this less than fortunate proletariat reminds me of a spoiled brat without a properly functioning brain, yes?

    1. AeroB13a Diamond

      Thank you JessyTim, only you are stupid enough to make it so obvious who is misappropriating my login …. again. Thank you for confirming that as you cannot insult me, your only recourse is to imitate me …. my goodness, I am so flattered. Luv you, Xxxx

  44. Icarus Guest

    Meta AI glasses should be banned. US Americans especially have no understanding of laws in other countries and it’s prohibited to film without permission, let alone posting online.

    1. hbilbao Diamond

      Indeed, and not only of other countries' laws...

  45. James k Guest

    Those are chimpanzees, not monkeys. I’m outraged by your lack of primate knowledge

  46. Alert Guest

    I am with her ... Charging an exorbitant fee of 30 euros for a boarding pass is fee-greed and totally outrageous . What does one expect from a culture which celebrates the murder of bulls in a stadium with thousands of blood-thirsty screamers ?

    1. Icarus Guest

      In the first instance it’s confirmed during the booking process. You can do so up to 4 days before departure hence plenty of time to check. Just pay. Oh no, film illegally and rant like a baby.

      Of course resorting to xenophobia and saying all Spanish people support bullfighting. It’s actually prohibited in many areas including Catalonia and the canary islands since 1991.

    2. DavidW Guest

      Whether or not you think the fee is fair or appropriate, it was known before she booked. If you don't like a particular carier's fees and/or policies, fly another one, or take the train, or drive.

    3. Ole Guest

      Hey @Alert, they kill animals for a sport, we allow killing of innocent civilians including kids for political reasons. Take your pick.

    4. Erik Guest

      This boarding pass fee is charged airlines like Ryanair, EasyJet and Wizz Air, which are based out of *checks notes* Ireland, the UK and Hungary. It is part and parcel to the European low cost experience. Hell, Spain isn’t even Volotea’s biggest market (that honour goes to France and Italy).

      So if all you got is bullfighting (which I will be the first to admit I’m against) while defending gross “ugly American” behaviour, best just...

      This boarding pass fee is charged airlines like Ryanair, EasyJet and Wizz Air, which are based out of *checks notes* Ireland, the UK and Hungary. It is part and parcel to the European low cost experience. Hell, Spain isn’t even Volotea’s biggest market (that honour goes to France and Italy).

      So if all you got is bullfighting (which I will be the first to admit I’m against) while defending gross “ugly American” behaviour, best just stay out of Spain. We won’t miss you.

    5. Ross Guest

      "a culture which celebrates the murder of bulls in a stadium with thousands of blood-thirsty screamers"

      They should learn to enjoy watching men beat up on each other at UFC spectacles.

    6. karmatourer Gold

      Are you a blood relative of hers?

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DavidW Guest

Whether or not you think the fee is fair or appropriate, it was known before she booked. If you don't like a particular carier's fees and/or policies, fly another one, or take the train, or drive.

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karmatourer Gold

I dealt with passengers like her for the majority of my career. I listened to their crap for a few minutes and then called for assistance to move them from my line so I could help normal human beings. I didn’t put up with their crap.

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This comes to mind Guest

"For example, you need to print your boarding pass online" She was never required to do so. She could check in online, get a PDF and print it. Or, she could just have the PDF on her phone/tablet. But, of course, what she should have done is downloaded the app, where she can access the BP or store it in here wallet. You can always remove the app after flying. And, she could check in 4 days before the flight if she didn't pay for a seat assignment (and earlier if she did). Ryanair has removed the fee to print a boarding pass. After you check in (at least 2 hours before the flight), you would use a digital BP. But, all you have to do is have a reason to need a paper one (phone broke, ran out of power) and they print one for free now.

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