Alaska Airlines from Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Liberia

Well then, brave explorers of the blue yonder. You've decided to flee your squirrel-sized hometown of Fresno, California and wing it to the paradise that is Liberia. Hats off to you! After all, nothing quite says ‘me time’ like a cross-continent escape.

Superstitious as it may be, it’s worth travelling on Alaska Airlines. Besides, if your stellar research capabilities have gotten you this far, perhaps you already know that Alaska is the only state in the United States that can't be reached by road (bit of a random fact there). Impressive, isn't it? Conversely, the lack of a convenient road trip to Alaska gives an even juicier twist–the joy of flying.

As any seasoned jet-setter knows, navigating through the sea of airfare deals is an art. Please, hold your applause. We're all artists here. The Mona Lisas of cheap flights, the Van Goghs of ‘layover vs. non-stop’, the Picassos of the ever so critical ‘one-way or round-trip’ conundrum. And let’s not get started on the Michaelangelos mastering the mysterious art of picking the best time to book. A wrong brush stroke could leave you penniless in the glaring daylight of a red-eye flight. Oh, the horror!

The journey from Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Liberia is not for the faint of heart. So, brace your heart and loosen your wallet, my friend. Yet, before jumping onto this epic adventure, think of the type of flight you’d prefer. Non-stop flights sound wonderful, like unicorns or honest politicians, but direct flights are the real MVPs. And do remember, knowing the difference between those two can be the difference between arriving cranky after a surprise layover in Narnia (Trust me, they never tell you about this!), or landing fresh as a daisy to sample Liberian nightlife.

Speaking of flights, I bet the age-old question ‘Business class or Economy class?’ haunts your dreams. No worries, the answer is Premium Economy. Elitist yet budget-friendly, it’s the perfect balance. Like Goldilocks porridge, not too hot, not too cold, just right!

It's a given that a true jetsetter is part of the frequent flyer guild. Alaska's very own mileage program is named, in a bout of originality, the ‘Mileage Plan’. Joining this high-flyers club is not just about earning miles, it’s a mark of sophistication, akin to owning a monocle or having a proclivity for artisanal cheese.

Now, the in-flight services offered by Alaska Airlines are nothing short of sensational. Oh, they don’t roll out a red-carpet for you, or hand you a tropical cocktail with a little umbrella in it. But, does it really matter? You're already up there, cruising at 30,000 feet, wrestling with the clouds, laughing in the face of gravity. It seems the mundane pleasures of the earth are beneath you now (quite literally!).

For those of you holding onto baggage allowance with a death grip, Alaska’s baggage policy is a piece of cake. Go ahead, pack that extra pair of shoes, or that fluffy unicorn onesie you’ve been dying to wear on an international flight. Alaska's got you covered!

Be warned, though, life's not always a joyride. Midst this awe-inspiring journey, you might have to face the dragon - a flight cancellation. Remember, heroes, Alaska's flight cancellation policy is our Excalibur. And just like an episode from Game of Thrones, it’s complex, filled with anticipation, and everyone has a different interpretation!

So pack your bags, smarty-pants. Transform from a humble Fresnan into a Liberian. Or a Liberian-Fresnan. Let Alaska Airlines steer your transformation. Just promise me this–when you're soaking in the Liberian sun, remember this conversation about Flights, airfare and all else. And maybe, just maybe, lift a glass to the ridiculously complicated yet tantalising world of air travel. Cheers to that!