Budget-savvy Flyer Gifts

"We've had budget cutbacks since your last session of flight simulation."

'Dad, may I use the plane tonight?'

"If your luggage is in your clothes it doesn't count!"

'Sorry I'm late - I was stacked up at the airport.'

Dog on a plane.

"Now THAT's what I call a budget airline!"

Happy Pilot flying fast plane.

Excess Baggage: People will do almost anything to avoid paying those fees for checked baggage.

'This ladies and gentlemen is our business model.'

"The flights are 99p...but it's an extra £435.89 if you want to take them inside the plane!"

"Attention: The Captain has turned off the hokey-pokey light. You are now free to shake it all about."

"We'll now start boarding Group 9... Please remember your inferiority as you walk past the other groups, you cheap, dirty, cretins."

"The plane will cost $269 million per unit... a little less if we forego the cup holders."

"And then you stick out your thumb like this."

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'Luggage is luggage, sir -- just try to be happy with what you've got.'

'For transportation, you get a free pair of running shoes.'

'Was I wrong in thinking that diamonds are a girl's best friend?'

'You and your cheap flights!!'

"No luggage."

'He must be going economy!'

Customer cuts cord of cash register as worker checks groceries.

'I flew first class once.. it was neat!'

"Looks like the BBC cutbacks are starting to kick in."

"Did you remember to unplug the car?"

"Isn't it great how everyone's saying how air travel leaves a big carbon footprint? Now I can stop being depressed and instead feel self righteous about never being able to afford an exotic vacation!"

Excess Baggage: Many hotels, inspired by the airlines, are gouging their guests by adding 'resort fees' to the room rates.

'Where is the cheapest place to get a beer?'

"Uninsured? That needn't be a problem. We can refer you to a very fine doctor in Ottawa."