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TSA Meltdowns Expands, St Paddy's Day in Dublin, The Pains of Ryanair & Turkish Broke My Tooth!

Mar 24, 2026
They unpack the TSA funding crisis and how unpaid agents are creating chaotic airport scenes. A multi-country Europe trip fuels stories: Turkish Airlines A350 business class and a dental mishap, Warsaw budget tips and nightlife, and Ryanair’s bus-terminal reality. Dublin hotel comparisons and whether St. Patrick’s Day is worth the trip. A review of Aer Lingus narrow-body business class rounds things out.
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ANECDOTE

Mark's Turkish Airlines Business Flight Loved The Food And Seat

  • Mark flew Turkish Airlines Detroit to Istanbul in business for 70K Aeroplan miles and loved the A350 one-to-one seat and onboard service.
  • He slept well on the 10-hour flight and praised Turkish's food, especially the bread in a bag and dining presentation.
ANECDOTE

Onboard Chef Recommendation Cost A Crown

  • Onboard chef recommendation led Mark to order the filet which was chewy and popped a dental crown within the first two hours of the flight.
  • The novelty of a chef walking through with a French hat stood out, but food texture caused a literal travel mishap.
ANECDOTE

Istanbul Airport Has Tiny Lounges And A Massive Showcase Lounge

  • Istanbul Airport has multiple lounges; Mark used small terminal Priority Pass lounges then a massive second-floor lounge with a bar overlooking the terminal.
  • The airport felt huge and modern with many American storefronts despite local character.
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