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Travelling can be difficult.
When most people think of travelling, they envision luxurious flights, living it up in another country, and generally having a good time. However, reality is not always as good as your dreams. In many cases, the aeroplane seats are uncomfortable, there is little chance of getting the seat you want, and customs can be a hassle to get through not to mention the fact that when it comes to airline seats, you can become separated from your family and friends. You are more likely to end up in different aisles unless you book your seat much earlier. This isn’t always the case, but it is usually what happens.
At least, that’s what one Twitter user experienced. He was travelling with his partner, but they were unable to find a seat next to them. They actually ended up in the same row, but someone was sitting between them. That’s why he asked the person in the middle to take an aisle seat. I understand that many people prefer aisle seats, but that is not the case for everyone. Especially in this case, the stranger declined the offer because he appeared to be content with his seat. It’s his choice, but the Twitter user ended up posting about it on social media, and people had a lot to say about it.
Scroll down to see the various points of view.
Source: Twitter
This is the original tweet that started it ALL.
Via Twitter: Zack
This situation honestly had him gobsmacked.
Via Twitter: Zack
People in the comment however were not as nice.
Via Twitter: Gonzalo
And many called him out for being entitled.
Via Twitter: Patchy
People apparently hate it when someone doesn’t listen to them.
Via Twitter: Rachel
This eventually started arguments in the comments.
Via Twitter: Swilly
While others had their own interesting ideas to add.
Via Twitter: Giacomo
This is the real question.
Via Twitter: Nessa
To be fair, this could be the case.
Exactly! It isn’t as if they couldn’t be separated.
Via Twitter: Silvia
Basically, everyone had their own opinion.
Via Twitter: Suniti
It does seem like bad planning on his part.
Via Twitter: Bee
But not everyone likes the aisle seat.
Via Twitter: Amanda
This person is quite correct.
Via Twitter: Moni
A parent with a child is a different story.
Via Twitter: Jessica
Apparently, young children are the number one excuse to force people to do this.
Via Twitter: Whoever
If I were in the middle seat, I would have gladly accepted the offer, not because I like middle seats, but because I don’t want to come in between couples, which would be awkward. It would have been a different story if he had offered the window seat, but that is not the case here. I’m not sure what this stranger was thinking, but I don’t think anyone should hate him for it. Also, I don’t believe Zack was acting entitled. It just seems like a funny way to bring up his situation, and it’s not like he forced the guy to change seats. So I’m not sure what everyone in the comments is getting so heated about.
Now I am 100% on board with this.
Via Twitter: Oliver
That is actually very valid.
Via Twitter: Fella
Some people apparently like middle seats.
Via Twitter: Shugart
This is a good reason for it.
Via Twitter: Lucy
I was not aware of this.
Via Twitter: Lucy
Zack came back to add some more things.
Via Twitter: Zack
He was once again called entitled.
Via Twitter: Cats
I do think calling him entitled is jumping the gun a bit.
Via Twitter: Autumn
Twitter is a cesspool.
I would have to agree with Zack here.
Via Twitter: Zack
We sure did learn a lot about people through this.
Via Twitter: Sean
What are your thoughts on this situation? Do you think Zack comes across as entitled? Or do you believe people are exaggerating the situation? What would you have done if you had been the stranger in the middle? Would you have accepted Zack’s proposal? Comment below to let us know, and don’t forget to share this story with your friends so they can offer their own suggestions.
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