Noted fashion laureate Gay Talese shares some of his wisdom about traveling in style in his column on Gilt Manual. Known for his impeccable (if at times a bit eccentric) personal style, Talese promises that dapper gents always get the first cocktail on the flight, along with a few other helpful perks. And while he suggests a nice pair of loafers to fly in, his most helpful hint is this:
When standing in line waiting to submit my luggage for inspection, I always try to get in line behind people traveling with young children. The security people seem to favor child-burdened couples in getting them through the screening process more easily, and this courtesy is usually extended to me as I follow close behind.