CNN Internacional anchor details travel experiences around the world
Richard Quest, anchor of CNN Internacional, was present at the annual meeting of IATA (International Air Transport Association), held in Rio de Janeiro. In an interview with CNN Brasil, the British journalist revealed his intense travel routine and shared tips for dealing with the challenges of flying frequently.
Described as a true "professional traveler", Quest said he took 110 flights last year, which equates to more than two flights a week. For him, traveling goes far beyond moving from one point to another: it is, in his words, the synthesis of the human capacity to create.
The passion for flying
Quest enthusiastically described the feeling of watching a plane take off. "You watch the plane roar down the runway, faster and faster, and suddenly it lifts into the sky. How does it do it? We know how it does it, but the fact that it does it is magical," said the journalist.
He said that this fascination began in childhood and intensified throughout his career in journalism.
Among the flights it has already taken, Quest cited the 22-hour route between London and Sydney, a distance of around 17 thousand kilometers, but also highlighted that it takes much shorter routes, such as the one just over 100 kilometers between Amman, in Jordan, and Tel Aviv, in Israel.
Tips for dealing with jet lag
Faced with so many embarkations and disembarks, Quest was asked about how to maintain physical and mental health. He stated that there is no definitive solution to jet lag, as the phenomenon is based on the body's circadian rhythm.
"There is no evidence of a cure. There are simple factors that you can mitigate, but it is a natural phenomenon. You cannot avoid it. Some people will suffer more than others," he explained.
The anchor, however, gave two practical recommendations. The first is to seek sunlight when you arrive at your destination: "This is the best remedy for jet lag. It will help the body reset itself." The second suggestion was more direct: simply sleep.
The pleasure of disconnecting during the flight
Quest also revealed what he enjoys most during flights. In an age of constant connectivity, he said he prefers not to use his cell phone on board, or to use it only once or twice on long flights, just for messages. "I like to sit, read and look out the window," he said.
For the journalist, the favorite words he may hear are the warning from the cabin crew before takeoff. "'Cabin crew, doors to automatic'. Because it means the journey and adventure are about to begin," said Quest, summing up his unwavering passion for air travel.
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Source: CNN