Yardies at Home and a Farrin (part15)

[Shemmy 4]

I need some opinions - Anthony and I have been discussing Jr flying here (WHEN he ever gets that visa). I was planning on going down to get him, but A says that he can/will fly here by himself - said it makes no sense in spending that extra money (which we don't really have) for my ticket. He is 11 so definitely not a baby, but has never flown before - let alone left Jamaica.

And of course on the Today show this morning there was a story about Continential Airlines sending an 8 year old and a 10 year old on the wrong flight - two separate incidences.

I would look into it - I know that Air JA has a program where they will escort the child, even through the immigration -

Found the link:

http://airjamaica.com/minors.aspx

It's a $100 fee to the US - I would check Jet Blue too - As long as he was on a direct flight, I would think he would be okay.

I've been on several AirJ flights where I sat right next to children traveling alone. For some reason, I ended up entertaining them but the staff did a okay job. My biggest issue would be customs and immigration which the flight staff will take care of.

[yankeesgirl79 0]

I need some opinions - Anthony and I have been discussing Jr flying here (WHEN he ever gets that visa). I was planning on going down to get him, but A says that he can/will fly here by himself - said it makes no sense in spending that extra money (which we don't really have) for my ticket. He is 11 so definitely not a baby, but has never flown before - let alone left Jamaica.

And of course on the Today show this morning there was a story about Continential Airlines sending an 8 year old and a 10 year old on the wrong flight - two separate incidences.

I would look into it - I know that Air JA has a program where they will escort the child, even through the immigration -

Found the link:

http://airjamaica.com/minors.aspx

It's a $100 fee to the US - I would check Jet Blue too - As long as he was on a direct flight, I would think he would be okay.

and i could prolly help you out with cheap airfare to tanya.....remember i do work for an airline!! we are going airjamaica this weekend and it will be $400 total for me my mom and the babes to fly roundtrip......actually like 388.....if you ever need anything i can see if i can help!

[DaDa 1]

I need some opinions - Anthony and I have been discussing Jr flying here (WHEN he ever gets that visa). I was planning on going down to get him, but A says that he can/will fly here by himself - said it makes no sense in spending that extra money (which we don't really have) for my ticket. He is 11 so definitely not a baby, but has never flown before - let alone left Jamaica.

And of course on the Today show this morning there was a story about Continential Airlines sending an 8 year old and a 10 year old on the wrong flight - two separate incidences.

I disagree I think is going to be very scary for a 11 year old boy flying alone to the states for the first time. Who will be there to show him how to check in and take his bags and how to find the flight and where to sit? Will it be a connecting flight? Isnt there forms to fill out? Those stewards aren’t always very helpful. What about when he has to go through customs and what not? To me that just seems scary. If he was flying in states from on to the other and he had a little experience maybe but an international flight alone?? Me personally I think that would be way to much. If you’re not able to afford the ticket then he should wait until you can if you can afford the ticket I say go something’s a dad just doesn’t understand.

[TRELAWNY PARISH 10]

I need some opinions - Anthony and I have been discussing Jr flying here (WHEN he ever gets that visa). I was planning on going down to get him, but A says that he can/will fly here by himself - said it makes no sense in spending that extra money (which we don't really have) for my ticket. He is 11 so definitely not a baby, but has never flown before - let alone left Jamaica.

And of course on the Today show this morning there was a story about Continential Airlines sending an 8 year old and a 10 year old on the wrong flight - two separate incidences.

I would look into it - I know that Air JA has a program where they will escort the child, even through the immigration -

Found the link:

http://airjamaica.com/minors.aspx

It's a $100 fee to the US - I would check Jet Blue too - As long as he was on a direct flight, I would think he would be okay.

I've been on several AirJ flights where I sat right next to children traveling alone. For some reason, I ended up entertaining them but the staff did a okay job. My biggest issue would be customs and immigration which the flight staff will take care of.

My brother and I never had a problem here either. When I was still in grade school my brother and I would go to Jamaica three times a year Christmas, Easter and the entire summer. In the summer we always left either a week before school ended or a few days before and once we were handed over to the airjamaca agent that was it. She never left us and she sat with us on the flight. Sometimes it's a group of kids all traveling to Mobay, so it was fun. I can't believe the charge now, back in the day they didn't.

[*JG* 2]

I need some opinions - Anthony and I have been discussing Jr flying here (WHEN he ever gets that visa). I was planning on going down to get him, but A says that he can/will fly here by himself - said it makes no sense in spending that extra money (which we don't really have) for my ticket. He is 11 so definitely not a baby, but has never flown before - let alone left Jamaica.

And of course on the Today show this morning there was a story about Continential Airlines sending an 8 year old and a 10 year old on the wrong flight - two separate incidences.

I wouldnt want him to fly alone and while he may be perfectly capable to take the journey on his own . it his first time and he may be nervous and need you .

I wouldn't let him fly alone his first time.

[TRELAWNY PARISH 10]

I need some opinions - Anthony and I have been discussing Jr flying here (WHEN he ever gets that visa). I was planning on going down to get him, but A says that he can/will fly here by himself - said it makes no sense in spending that extra money (which we don't really have) for my ticket. He is 11 so definitely not a baby, but has never flown before - let alone left Jamaica.

And of course on the Today show this morning there was a story about Continential Airlines sending an 8 year old and a 10 year old on the wrong flight - two separate incidences.

I disagree I think is going to be very scary for a 11 year old boy flying alone to the states for the first time. Who will be there to show him how to check in and take his bags and how to find the flight and where to sit? Will it be a connecting flight? Isnt there forms to fill out? Those stewards aren't always very helpful. What about when he has to go through customs and what not? To me that just seems scary. If he was flying in states from on to the other and he had a little experience maybe but an international flight alone?? Me personally I think that would be way to much. If you're not able to afford the ticket then he should wait until you can if you can afford the ticket I say go something's a dad just doesn't understand.

Dada; they do all for you (well, Air Jamaica does) and before you can collect the child at the POE you have to have ID and a letter. My son will start doing this in December.

[JaEnglishGirl 34]

Most airlines won't let you book unaccompanied minors on connecting flights...

[IrieCat 2]

I am BEYOND pissed!!

Sunday I made ackee and saltfish, ackee =$15 saltfish probably $5.

Put in the fridge, and was eating some here and there. Look in the fridge this morning, it's gone. My MIL THREW IT OUT because she thought I didn't want it??????????????????????????

I am so frigging pissed, would I see her LOBSTER TAILS or her STEAK and throw it out???? #######?????

She did that mess on purpose! She would be coughing up the $$ to buy more...simple as that. Doesn't she know ackee is a delicacy...shoot is almost as expensive as caviar. OOOOO that would have my temper BOILLLLLIIIINNNNGGGG!!!!

Jawi, calm down sis, it's only 8:10 in Jamaica...you're going to make yourself crazy, too bad I'm not there to keep you company.

Shemmy, let me know if you're going to attend the Pretty in Pink party at ATI, I believe it's August 7th -- looks like we'll be in Negril from August 4th for a wedding.

Okay...we arrive onthe 7th so we'll link up if you're still there. I believe there's a white party too that night. I'm confused by all the parties Dream (former RTI, I believe) and ATI parties.

Jawi - I am praying you will be pain free soon. I'm sure A will have no problems at the Embassy. I keep thinking about those wires in your neck last December. Are they still there?

Oh Shemmy! How cute! I thought I told you guys about that machine. The wires are removable...they only stick on with little adhesive patches to stimulate bone growth. It doesn't hurt at all. Yes, I still have it...I need to start wearing it again...anything to aid in my healing.

I guess I'm worried a little because there have been no k1s to do the interview without their SO being there too. I included a note as to why I couldn't be there...but now I think I should have gotten the doctor to write one. A said that it will be fine...he will just tell them about all the surgeries and what I have been dealing with.

I know its not the same as Jamaica, but Louis went by himself! No problems at all! Everything will be fine. :-)

[*JG* 2]

Jawi.....are you coming for Dillon's wedding?

Island, you are right?

[IrieCat 2]

I need some opinions - Anthony and I have been discussing Jr flying here (WHEN he ever gets that visa). I was planning on going down to get him, but A says that he can/will fly here by himself - said it makes no sense in spending that extra money (which we don't really have) for my ticket. He is 11 so definitely not a baby, but has never flown before - let alone left Jamaica.

And of course on the Today show this morning there was a story about Continential Airlines sending an 8 year old and a 10 year old on the wrong flight - two separate incidences.

Tierra flys by herself all the time. In fact she goes to her father's next week by herself. Only direct flights.... She even flew from ST Lucia to Florida by herself. She does fine... I am nervous... but she is fine.

[TRELAWNY PARISH 10]

TL; do what makes you feel comfortable. What does Jr say? Is he up to it or is he scared or excited about making the trip? Sometimes when I see the parents had the child off and they start bawling I start crying myself, cause I use to do the same thing when my parents handed my brother and I off. We were fine once we got on the plane.

[Islandwoman 0]

I would let him fly by himself!!! My then 7 year old flew to England by himself no problems. Money would be better spent on him when he gets here.

I was actually thinking of your son when we were having this convo last night. And you are right on point about the money - the cost of a plane ticket for me is the same cost as buying him a new bed, which he will need.

[yankeesgirl79 0]

i work for united and when we have a UM (unaccompanied minor) we (the airline) are responsible for them from check in to final destination......as a gate agent i take them from the counter to the gate and walk with them on board and inform the flight attendant and they are met by the next gate agent who then does the same......once they reach the final destination the gate agent takes them to their parents or person responsible fopr picking them up (for united we give that person a gate pass to go right to the gate and be there for when the flight lands)......i think alot of airlines would do the same procedure......if it is international we are with them thru immigration as well.....

[Islandwoman 0]

I would look into it - I know that Air JA has a program where they will escort the child, even through the immigration -

Found the link:

http://airjamaica.com/minors.aspx

It's a $100 fee to the US - I would check Jet Blue too - As long as he was on a direct flight, I would think he would be okay.

Thanks - I checked AJ before about it. I'm thinking it would be best for him to fly that because it's mostly Jamaicans on the plane so he would be more in his comfort zone. But Jetblue has Directv on each seat - lol!

[TRELAWNY PARISH 10]

i work for united and when we have a UM (unaccompanied minor) we (the airline) are responsible for them from check in to final destination......as a gate agent i take them from the counter to the gate and walk with them on board and inform the flight attendant and they are met by the next gate agent who then does the same......once they reach the final destination the gate agent takes them to their parents or person responsible fopr picking them up (for united we give that person a gate pass to go right to the gate and be there for when the flight lands)......i think alot of airlines would do the same procedure......if it is international we are with them thru immigration as well.....

Exactly, that's how I remember it.