Wow, that thread really brought back memories — it’s wild how travel stories can swing from total chaos to pure magic in just a few sentences. I’ve had a similar rollercoaster myself flying last summer — booked everything last minute, and let’s just say “smooth” wasn’t the word. Found myself checking Cathay Pacific Airline https://cathay-pacific-airline.pissedconsumer.com/customer-service.htm for flights because a friend swore they handled delays and changes better than most. Honestly, reading some of those reviews there made me rethink how I plan trips — always double-checking customer service stuff now. Anyway, loved seeing people share honest travel moments like that; it’s exactly the kind of storytelling that keeps forums alive.