Gifts for cabin crew

[JessicaTam]

OK the cabin crew are going to get some Fruchocs and I have a small bag of koalas and key rings if necessary

Thank goodness there is someone else who can throw FruChocs into the conversation.

 

[VPS]

Thank goodness there is someone else who can throw FruChocs into the conversation.

I have 3 kg of Fruchocs in my bag for my ex Adelaide friend in my luggage. PS Don’t judge me but I’m not going HLO.

PS @Flashback do you like Fruchocs?

 

[Captain Halliday]

OK the cabin crew are going to get some Fruchocs and I have a small bag of koalas and key rings if necessary

Thank goodness there is someone else who can throw FruChocs into the conversation.

After googling to find out what Fruchocs are, I’m now wondering what aspects of the inflight service were so terrible to warrant such a response? Surely a quiet word with the CSM would have sorted things out?

 

[tdimdad]

I gave chocolates to a Japanese crew once. They were quite embarrassed as they had nothing to return the gift with. My stupid fault for not appreciating their cultural norms. So please do not give anything to the Japanese crews as it only causes discomfort.

Oh, of course! Would this then also apply to TW crews, too?

Would a small card with a handwritten note be ok? I'm asking because I really appreciate the service given in JAL and this thread has invited me to see how I can express it beyond a simple verbal thank you.

 

[Flashback]

I have 3 kg of Fruchocs in my bag for my ex Adelaide friend in my luggage. PS Don’t judge me but I’m not going HLO.

PS @Flashback do you like Fruchocs?

We (Mrs FB and I) do indeed!

 

[Flyfrequently]

I’m not so well travelled and read this article with interest as I came across an instagram reel recently where someone said their mum always gifted the attendants with chocolate.
I’m almost at the end of a wonderful OWA in business class (first time ever and enormous thanks to the great forum members for their selfless sharing ) and though I’ve never thought to give gifts, I notice that my verbal acknowledgmental of gratitude / words of praise for great service upon disembarking are met with such appreciation , they are so touched and thrilled.

I think appreciation must always be acknowledged in whatever way we can.

I agree with your last comment about appreciation. A smile, a genuine thank you never goes astray.
I also send through a "compliment feedback" form acknowledging individuals by name and ask that their excellent service be acknowledged by management.

 

[tdimdad]

acknowledging individuals by name and ask that their excellent service be acknowledged by management.

Couple of times on longer flights I've gone to the CSM towards the end of the flight to name & praise an individual FA if I've received or observed service that goes beyond the usual.

 

[JessicaTam]

Oh, of course! Would this then also apply to TW crews, too?

Would a small card with a handwritten note be ok? I'm asking because I really appreciate the service given in JAL and this thread has invited me to see how I can express it beyond a simple verbal thank you.

A note might be ok, but you may find you then receive a note later thanking you for travelling with them. No idea about Taiwan.

 

[Daver6]

Oh, of course! Would this then also apply to TW crews, too?

Would a small card with a handwritten note be ok? I'm asking because I really appreciate the service given in JAL and this thread has invited me to see how I can express it beyond a simple verbal thank you.

Say arigato and learn to bow properly to show respect.

 

[Archphoto]

I was wondering at which level this worked, Y, J or F and if you are a premium FF e.g QG or QP(One)? Would it work for a Y at the back of an airplane?

Sadly, I have to fly Y, but that hasn’t deterred me; after all I have flight attendants working hard down the back too so I’m sure they’re appreciative of the small gesture too. One flight attendant came down for a chat and said she’d never experienced such a gesture in her years of flying.

I’m pretty quiet on a flight - barely say “boo” to anyone, so I’m just really happy that I’ve made someone’s day with a nice gesture - after all who doesn’t like receiving a small token of thanks out of the blue?

Sometimes they might offer a beer or whiskey from J, and on the odd occasion on a flight that has empty seats, they’ve asked if I’d like to move to have an entire row to myself.

For me it’s about the giving of the gift - making others feel appreciated without any expectations in return.

 

[Archphoto]

Do those who gift air crew also gift other service industry staff? Genuinely curious about this.

I give my mechanic a bottle of red every Christmas, and the staff at my local coffee shop a box of chocolates.

Is that weird? Maybe, but I spent 14 years working retail where Christmas had me thinking “bah humbug!” and sucking the joy out of it. Giving a small gift to say Merry Christmas, makes me feel good and hopefully, brightens their day too.

 

[Pushka]

I've used the koalas in Vietnam where they caused great excitement amongst the adults. I took over several packets as decorations to sons UK wedding last year and pinned them up in the tent. All gone before night out. There was also a fight to get the Tim tams. They didn't see the packets I'd stored under the table

If giving to flight crew I'd pin the koala to the last item of crockery or glass they take at the end of the flight before all the landing stuff happens. No bribe then.

 

[VPS]

OK the cabin crew are going to get some Fruchocs and I have a small bag of koalas and key rings if necessary

Update. Flew Virgin J Adelaide to Melbourne today. Asked if I wanted chicken salad or onion tart but explained I had a fish allergy. Very terse well I have no idea what’s in them so got cheese and crackers. Guy next to me offered me his cheese and crackers and I noticed he got a chocolate on his tray. I didn't want the chocolate because it looked nasty but it would have been nice if they asked can I get you more cheese or something from economy. No chocolates given

 

[Pushka]

Update. Flew Virgin J Adelaide to Melbourne today. Asked if I wanted chicken salad or onion tart but explained I had a fish allergy. Very terse well I have no idea what’s in them so got cheese and crackers. Guy next to me offered me his cheese and crackers and I noticed he got a chocolate on his tray. I didn't want the chocolate because it looked nasty but it would have been nice if they asked can I get you more cheese or something from economy. No chocolates given

No cute koalas for that crew then.

Enjoy the PJ's and service on Qatar today.

 

[VPS]

No cute koalas for that crew then.

Enjoy the PJ's and service on Qatar today.

Thanks I think I probably will

 

[Seat0B]

I also send through a "compliment feedback" form acknowledging individuals by name and ask that their excellent service be acknowledged by management.

I also do this - and not only when flying. I usually just ask to speak to the manager to provide a compliment. Most managers are quite sceptical at first - I guess they think I really want to complain, but I think it is important to acknowledge those who provide good service. It is amazing how grateful people are to be appreciated.

 

[Cruiser Elite]

Current numbers of Cabin Crew Members SQ aircraft:
350 - 13
777 - 16
380 - 26

777 and 380 indeed did drop 1 off imm post Covid but loadings dictate back to full Crew numbers

Of course above numbers do not include bus drivers who may / may not figure highly in your calculations

 

[FlyingFiona]

Current numbers of Cabin Crew Members SQ aircraft:
350 - 13
777 - 16
380 - 26

777 and 380 indeed did drop 1 off imm post Covid but loadings dictate back to full Crew numbers

Of course above numbers do not include bus drivers who may / may not figure highly in your calculations

Thanks for this! Any chance you might squeeze just the J crew numbers out of them? (I can't make and/or carry sufficient handmade gifts for all crew on board, much as I'd like to.) Or even hazard a rough guess?

 

[Cruiser Elite]

6 in J cabin on both 350 and 777

 

[jb747]

Before is tacky. After is a tip.