Alaska Airlines from Dayton International Airport to Everett

Oh glorious day! Your dreary existence in Dayton is about to take flight, literally. You're packing up your Midwestern sensibilities and headed for the wild, wild frontier of...Everett, Washington? Well, they do say beggars can't be choosers. And who am I to judge your wanderlust? That mild, rainy climate must be quite the allure. If you were going to any other part of Alaska besides Everett, I might warn you about bears, but in Everett, you're more likely to encounter a Starbucks than a grizzly.

But enough about your destination. Let's discuss how you're going to get there. Flying is the most logical choice unless you have some hidden Superman abilities, you aren't divulging. In this divine world of aviation, there are two things that should catch your adventurous mind: Direct flights and Airfare. Technically, those could be three things but who's counting?

Because you're flying Alaska Airlines, a beacon of efficiency in an industry that likes to pretend that planes land on time, you've got some lovely direct flights at your disposal. A non-stop ride through the clouds with fewer opportunities for your luggage to be mistakenly sent to Timbuktu. There's something to be said for not having your unmentionables scattered across two continents.

But don't be deceived. Non-stop doesn't mean instantaneous. You've got yourself a flight duration of approximately – drumroll, please - five hours. Five glorious hours where you can dream about what exciting things Everett has to offer. Like...rain. And more rain.

But let's not forget the magnificent world of airfare. Yay for high-cost flying. Alaska Airlines, in their generous spirit, knows that you probably prefer cheap flights over selling a kidney to fund your Everett dreams. So, they have some decent airfare. No guarantees you'll be flying first class though, unless you've been saving that 'one time in Everett' piggy bank all these years.

With an intermediate understanding of flying, particularly the art of sitting in one place for hours on end while hurtling through thin air, you have choices concerning your actual seating. You’ve got the grandly named classes – Business class, Economy class, and First-class. Whether you want to experience luxurious legroom or fight for elbow space in Economy class, the power lies in your wallet.

But adventurous flyer, do not despair! For even the most unbearably budgeted airfare comes standard with in-flight services. You'll be pleasantly surprised with scrumptious semi-frozen sandwiches and hold your breath - a whole can of soda, not just a cup. If you're lucky, your First-class ticket might even earn you some peanuts.

Random tidbit, did you know that Alaska has over 3 million lakes? Take a moment, let that sink in. You could visit a new lake every day for over eight centuries. But hey, I'm sure Everett's puddles are just as wonderful.

However, if you're a frequent flyer with Alaska airlines, make sure to check out their mileage program. While you're hurtling through the sky, collecting enough points might just lead you to a lovely suburbanville of Everett in style. Shake off those economy-class blues and embrace the legroom of the elite. Remember, in the world of flying, your wallet and your patience often determine your destiny.

Oh, and whatever you do, please familiarize yourself with the flight cancellation policy. Sham to have your one-way dreams to Everett crushed because of a minor hiccup. But, I'm sure Alaska Airlines will understand if you've got a diary clash. They are, after all, thrilled to part with their hard-earned money at your every whim.

Are you feeling ready, traveler? Ready to swap your cornfields for coffee shops? Well, gird your loins, because Everett is waiting. And who knows, you may even have a wild encounter with a barista in their natural habitat. Godspeed.