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engage Window or Aisle? Chatting with a Frequent Flyer a former flight attendant, leah van loan is the executive vice president of sales for carnegie, a commercial textile design and development company. When it comes to travel, she knows her stuff. How often do you travel? About three weeks a month. It’s mostly work related, so I’m really glad to be home when I’m not working. What’s your favorite part of flying? leah’s travel tip I CArry my oWN mEtAl trAvEl CoFFEE mUg. I Stop At StArbUCkS, poUr tHE CoFFEE IN my mUg, AND tAkE It oN tHE plANE So I DoN’t HAvE to Worry AboUt SpIllINg. I love the solitude of getting on a plane and being able to relax and read, or focus on work without distraction. Do you have a favorite US Airways Club? Probably Phoenix, because that’s my home, and I wish there were more like PHX because the club offers so much. The one in Tampa, where I’m originally from, is also really nice. What items do you always travel with? My pillow, believe it or not. I always have running gear and workout clothes. Oh, and all my electronics — I have my laptop, my noise-canceling headphones, and my phone. Can you offer any advice to fellow travelers? I actually was a flight attendant for ten years, and I’ve now traveled for work for 20 years, so I have a few tips. I always carry a condensed version of my suitcase in my carry-on, so I have a backup outfit and other items. I also always have a book to read and snacks in my carry-on as well, like energy bars and mixed nuts, just in case there’s a delay. Also, I always have a backup plan in case of weather. What’s your favorite drink from the beverage service? ✈ 208 JUNE 2012 this year, We celebrate the star alliance netWork’s 15th AnniversAry. Diet Coke — I know, I’m really original. Where would you go for a dream vacation? Italy. I’d go anywhere in Italy. I’ve been there for work briefly, but not on a vacation. If you could sit next to any person, past or present, who would you choose? Having grown from just five airlines in 1997, we are now proud to offer our services across more member airlines than any other network in the world. We now serve 600 million passengers, helping you travel seamlessly between more than 980 destinations and across more recognized airlines than any other network. So on behalf of all our member airlines, we’d like to say thank you to the frequent travelers around the world. you’ve earned it. Probably Ronald Reagan because of his deep intellect and charm. He’s such a strong historical figure. Window or aisle? photo courtesy of leah van loan Mark Schwab, CEO Star Alliance Services GmbH you can win the chance to celebrate at one of 27 global festivals at staralliance.com. Well, I have a seat that I always have to have, but I don’t want to give it away! So I’ll just say traditionally an aisle seat so I can get up and move around. Are you a US Airways frequent flyer with an interesting story to tell? Email us! edit@usairwaysmag.com usairwaysmag.com http://www.staralliance.com http://www.usairwaysmag.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of US Airways - June 2012

US Airways - June 2012
Table of Contents
CEO Letter
From the Editor
Did You Know?
Making It Happen
Hot Spots
Hub Crawl
Adventure: Zip-line junkie
Adventure: Virginia’s Skyline Drive
Wine & Dine
Great Escapes
Gear Up
Behind-the-Scenes Baja
International Itinerary
Charlotte in 2012
Discover Columbia
Welcome to Philadelphia
Must Read
Puzzles
Readers Resource Index
Your US Airways Guide
Video Entertainment
Audio Entertainment
U.S. and Caribbean Service Map
International Service Map
Airport Terminal Maps
US Airways Fleet/Customs & Immigration
Passenger Info/Contact US Airways
US Airways MarketPlace™
Window or Aisle?

US Airways - June 2012