Ryanair Says Goodbye to Paper Boarding Passes – Digital Check-In Only from November 3!
Are you ready to forget those annoying paper boarding passes you’ve been carrying on flights for years? Ryanair, one of Europe’s largest low-cost airlines, has decided to completely ditch paper boarding passes starting November 3, 2023. Yes, you read that right – from then on, check-in will be digital only, via their app!
Why this drastic change?
Ryanair says the goal is to save tons of paper waste annually. Eco-conscious travelers can breathe a sigh of relief as this move will reduce environmental damage. Already, nearly 80% of passengers use digital boarding passes, meaning most are ready for this step.
What if you don’t have a digital pass?
Until now, passengers who didn’t use digital passes had to pay an extra €55 for printing their boarding pass at the airport, and €25 for a duplicate. From November, this option will no longer be available, meaning everyone must adapt to the digital age.
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Dara Brady, Ryanair’s marketing director, said that switching to electronic boarding passes will offer passengers an enhanced travel experience, improved by this very app. So if you haven’t already, it’s time to download the app and learn how to use it – because without it, no flight for you!
Is this the end of enjoying boarding passes?
For many passengers, a paper boarding pass was part of the travel ritual, and some even enjoyed the arrival of drink carts during the flight. But as an experienced flight attendant advises, maybe it’s time to give up the Bloody Mary on the plane too – but that’s another story.
What does this mean for passengers?
If you’re used to printing your boarding passes or getting them at the airport, get ready for a change. Ryanair is forcing you to go digital, or… stay on the ground! This is another step towards digitalization and environmental responsibility, but also a test for those not tech-savvy.
Is this just the beginning?
Ryanair isn’t the only airline moving in this direction, but it’s certainly one of the most aggressive in adopting digital technologies. Can we expect other airlines to follow suit soon? And what about passengers without smartphones or internet access? These questions remain unanswered.
Conclusion
Ryanair has decided to digitalize flight check-ins to reduce paper waste and increase efficiency. From November 3, 2023, paper boarding passes will be history, and digital check-in will be mandatory. If you haven’t already, download the app and learn how to use it – because without it, no flight!
So, what do you think? Ready to say goodbye to paper passes or planning to rebel? Maybe it’s time for a little joke – who knows, maybe next year Ryanair will introduce digital cocktails on board! Share your thoughts, let’s see who’s for and who’s against this digital revolution in the skies! 😉
