I’ve been hearing a lot of “RyanAir’s methods are unethical” around my Comm101 class recently…
[Preface: I love RyanAir]
Being European, to me travelling generally means going places that are only an hour to two flight away. Sure, a bag of peanuts and a drink can be nice on the way from Zurich to Milan, but at what cost?
I say, companies like RyanAir have actually taken flying to the next level: bussing. When we hop on a bus, there are no assigned seats, no free bathrooms to use and certainly no peanuts. RyanAir has stripped down the luxuries, making travelling more affordable and available for the average person – believe it or not , having the opportunity to fly is luxury enough for many people! (shocked?)
For those who think that having the little things like snacks and free bathroom use are imperative on a flight, there are still more than enough airlines offering what society considers the “standard” services. But for those who a) cannot afford to pay for these “standard” flights, b) don’t feel ALL the extras are necessary or c) just don’t think its worth paying for them, firms like RyanAir have revolutionized travelling.