Alaska Airlines from Edmonton to Newark Liberty International Airport

Alright all you eager adventurers and globe trotters, you've finally mustered the courage to embark on the thrilling journey from the surprisingly warm heart of Edmonton to the bustling, chatter filled chaos we affectionately call Newark Liberty International Airport. Congratulations! You're about to experience something extraordinarily mundane. But hey, I hear Alaska's got a great mileage program. That's right.

Let's talk about it. Alaska Airlines, the shining beacon of hope in the stressful roulette that is air travel, graciously offers frequent flyer rewards. Wonderful! Excellent! Let's give them a round of applause, shall we? Because who wouldn't want to take a joyfully cramped flight over again in the hopes of a free trip in the future? Brilliant!

If you're excited to spend hours in a pressurized metal tube, you can opt for one of their direct flights. That's right, Canada to America with zero stops! You'll get from Edmonton to Newark so fast, it'll feel like you've only been sitting in a seat smaller than your high school desk for a few minutes, instead of, say... Many hours.

What's more exciting than the airfare, you wonder? Well, did you know that Alaska ranks as America's least densely populated state? Yes, that's right. There’s a higher moose-to-human ratio than people, there are less subway sandwich artists per square mile than commuters in Newark, really, there's more space than thoughts on the meaning of life in the midst of a pandemic. A little thrilling fact about your magnificent metal bird's home. Fascinating, isn't it?

Now, the essential factor to keep in mind for your journey is the baggage allowance policy of Alaska Airlines. Oh, did your heart just skip a beat? Surely it did. Fit the world into a bag, then force it into a tight overhead cabin, that's the real quest here. Remember, it's all part of the beautiful process of travel, isn't it?

Somewhere around the 9th hour of your flight, you will start appreciating the excellent in-flight services. Do you know what upgrades the travel time between two points on a spherical body? That's right, tiny pretzels, a mini can of cola, and the sweet sound of the flight attendant demonstrating the life-saving power of the seat belt for the hundredth time. The best part? They compensate for the well known, well-loved occasional turbulence with a gracious smile, a bit like serving icing with a side of stale cake. But who's complaining, right?

Now, let's discuss the best time to book the flight. If you are blessed with the divine patience to decipher through algorithms of flight deals with your middle-name as 'Last-minute', you might save enough for a decent meal at a mid-tier restaurant. Can you feel the utter joy bubbling up already?

Do note that the economy class you've chosen is, how to put this delicately... Snug. However, if you were expecting to sleep peacefully during this red-eye flight, think again, dear reader. That's where the term 'uncomfortably awake' will pay you a visit, and trust me, it's going to be a long one. But hey, visit the restroom and introduce yourself to the turbulence, because who doesn't enjoy an impromptu workout, right?

So there you have it enthusiastic travelers. On to Alaska Airlines we go. But remember, try as much as you can to soak in these frustrating, uncomfortable, yet weirdly exciting moments. For these will be the travel tales you will laugh about in the future. Or not.