Excuuuse you. Americans have forgotten their manners — and it’s all COVID-19’s fault, according to a new survey. Nearly half (47%) of us are convinced our fellow countrymen have become “ruder” in the wake of the pandemic, a report from the Pew Research Center showed — with a whopping 20% saying others are “a lot ruder” … Read more
Even luxury carriers aren’t safe from bad airplane behavior. A Singapore Airlines passenger sparked an etiquette debate online after allegedly exposing his bare feet to fellow flyers — even touching his seatmate’s chair with them. “Why did I have to put be next to this heathen?” declared the tootsie troll’s furious fellow flyer in a … Read more
An etiquette expert has revealed her top tips on how to avoid embarrassment at your work Christmas party, from what to wear, how much to drink — and how to dance. This holiday season, employees across the globe will be getting ready for their annual company shindig — hoping to avoid a career-ending faux pas. Laura … Read more
There’s no need to skip to the loo when there’s a line. Lining up for the bathroom might seem like proper airplane protocol, but this seemingly standard practice is actually both inconvenient and potentially hazardous, flight experts have revealed. Rich Henderson, a flight attendant who runs the Two Guys on a Plane blog with his husband … Read more
Thanksgiving is time for family to gather around the table and enjoy a meal together, but there’s also an endless amount of television to watch. Between the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the National Dog Show and multiple football games, there’s reason to have the TV on all day. For some families, having a TV thanksgiving … Read more
If you find yourself typing “congratulations” under a couple’s engagement photos on social media, you might want to think again. Etiquette expert Alison Cheperdak warns that congratulating lovebirds on the momentous occasion is actually a faux pas, explaining that it makes engagement feel like a necessary life achievement rather than an act of true love. … Read more
It was dinner and a no-show. British celebrity chef Simon Wood had no reservations about spit-roasting a group of diners online for allegedly neglecting to show up for their reserved table at his fine-dining restaurant, WOOD, over the weekend. He grilled them in an X post catching fire online. Wood, who won the hit cooking … Read more
It’s food for thought. When dining at a swanky restaurant, there’s more to etiquette than knowing the difference between fork sizes, according to etiquette expert Elaine Swann. The guru told Business Insider that average Americans make four common mistakes when dining at high-end eateries. Being “fashionably late” doesn’t fly at upscale eateries. Brian Jackson – … Read more
Jess Brohier is sitting alone at Brooklyn’s Chez Alex — and she couldn’t be happier. While she does “dine with friends a lot,” the 35-year-old photographer says having a solitary meal in a nice restaurant is a “form of self-care” for her. Jess Brohier advises solo diners to sit at the bar and chat with … Read more
No shirt, no shoes, no in-flight service. It might not seem like it given the bounty of barefoot flyers over the years, but flying sans socks is prohibited on certain airlines. That’s right, “baring” one’s tootsies aboard can get you “bounced” from certain US carriers, which flight experts have interpreted as removing one’s stockings once … Read more
It’s just plane rude. A dramatic debate is heating up in the skies as travelers are fed up with aisle or middle-seat passengers stretching across their row to take pictures out of an airplane window. Fanny Gagnon O’Donnell, situated in a window seat, stealthily captured a recent discourteous act on camera, showing how invasive it … Read more
We all know at least one chronically late person in our lives — but schedule-savvy TikTokkers might have a solution, albeit controversial. One creator revealed in a recent viral video, which now boasts over 11 million views, that her friends started lying to her about reservation times to ensure she arrives right on time as opposed … Read more
These opinions on airline etiquette are really taking off. As stories of passenger meltdowns and in-flight fights continue to soar, a recent study from research and analytics group YouGov revealed the behaviors American travelers agree are acceptable — and which are not. As stories of passenger meltdowns and in-flight fights continue to soar, a study … Read more
Don’t be a flight knight. While tipping might seem ubiquitous in every sector, one place you won’t find this custom is the friendly skies. That’s right, giving gratuities to flight attendants is not only uncommon but it’s discouraged by flight experts. Why? Because flight attendant’s prime directive is keeping everyone safe, not serving drinks and … Read more
Parking on a public street in front of your neighbor’s place might not be a criminal offense, but what exactly is the etiquette involved? While most people would prefer to park in front of their own home for convenience sake, in a busy street where each household has multiple cars, this might not always be possible. And so … Read more
DEAR ABBY: The daughter of a friend is getting married and sent an email announcement with a link to watch a livestream of the ceremony. I have never been invited to NOT attend an event before, and frankly, my feelings are hurt. (My husband was an incredible artist. Should I send a livestream of others … Read more
It’s a whirlwind of change. As America faces ongoing fatigue from tipping, gratuity experts have released new guidance on all the summer services that warrant paying a little extra forward. These range from caretakers to caddies plus include hefty prices for other typical summertime services already costing a pretty penny. Here’s a look at all … Read more
We’re all familiar with the battle for the plane armrest — but what about legroom? It seems like even this bit of personal space is becoming a vanishing commodity, as a woman recently had to sit next to a man on a flight who ‘manspreaded’ the entire time. After the woman posted the incriminating photo … Read more
Whether to maintain a beach body or work up a sweat to be better in the sack, many of us will be hitting the gym this summer. Now, Melanie McNeal — the physical and occupational therapy manager at the Baylor College of Medicine in Texas — is sharing how to keep yourself and others healthy in … Read more
She needed to check her flight privilege. As if seat swap requests weren’t annoying enough, now it appears that pushy passengers are snatching up airplane seats without permission. An appalled passenger recounted having their seat occupied by an entitled woman, who then told them they could sit somewhere else, per a post making the rounds … Read more