Cabin crew tips for travelling this summer, including how to see Istanbul for free

As the summer holidays kick off for many parts of the country, more and more people will be looking to jet off for a nice holiday. However, you could be missing out on many opportunities that could help make your journey not only more comfortable, but much more enjoyable.

SkyCity Online Casino gathered five travelling tips from senior cabin crew member Jay Robert. As a veteran traveller, Jay has learned a miriad of ways to make journeying easier while taking advantage of some wonderful opportunities while jetting around the world.

In fact, one of his tips could help you secure a free trip around Istanbul if you fly with the right airline company. Read below to find Jay's top tips for travelling this summer...

If you're jetting off on a long-haul flight this year, there are plenty of options when it comes to selecting your stopover location. Jay suggests Istanbul airport, specifically flying with Turkish Airlines. With connections to over 110 countries, Istanbul is one of the best-connected airports globally.

Jay says: "If you fly with Turkish Airlines, they will show you their amazing city for free if you have a stopover between 6 and 24 hours. The airline picks you up and takes you on a sightseeing tour of one of the most vibrant and historic cities on earth, before bringing you back to the airport for your connecting flight."

When booking flights, it's tempting to choose your seats based on how quickly you can disembark the plane. This often leads to people reserving seats at the front of the aircraft. Jay says: "On long-haul flights, I always head to the back of economy because I know I will have a better chance of finding open seats around me. The crew also uses the toilets at the back near their galley, which