Middle-world Journy

1. To Iceland Airport I had seen Play Airlines planes a few times before, but I had never flown with them. This trip was my first time, and I learned that Play Airlines is a low-cost carrier based in Iceland. We booked round-trip tickets for four people, including 23 kg of checked baggage per person, for $1,250—quite cheap. The low cost was a big reason we decided on this trip. The airport was filled with a festive mood. After checking in at Aalborg Airport and heading to the boarding gate, a small event was taking place. Icelandic flags and balloons in the national colors—white, red, and blue—were hung all around. Interestingly, in the Nordic countries, just a few balloons and flags can create a festive atmosphere. Staff were handing out cake, drinks, and coffee. It turns out that today’s flight was the first direct flight between Aalborg and Iceland . It’s rare to receive food at a European airport, especially when flying with a low-cost airline. A person who appeared to be a repr...