Love Island star Laura Anderson has been criticised after she opened up about flying business class with her 16-month-old daughter, Bonnie, to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates
Laura Anderson, the influencer and former Love Island star, has faced backlash on social media after complaining about her business class flight to Dubai with her 16-month-old daughter, Bonnie. The 35 year old Scot documented their journey on Instagram, which included a luxury flight complete with a private booth, super soft bed, and two TV screens.
Despite the luxurious setting, Laura revealed that little Bonnie had a few mishaps during the flight, including soiling herself after drinking orange juice and nearly falling off her seat. She also mentioned a “standard melt-down during take-off”.
In her post, Laura, who recently took a swipe at ex Gary Lucy, wrote: “Travelling with a 16-month-old”, before settling into watching Anchorman, while Bonnie watched Winnie the Pooh. Despite her complaints, Laura acknowledged her privilege, stating: “I am aware sitting in business class is a privilege if someone chooses to do so.” Critics were quick to chime in over Laura’s travel choices, with one rather sarcastically responding: “my heart bleeds for you Laura.”
In contrast, some compared their economy class struggles, as a fellow parent sympathised: “You should try cattle class with a child, I feel for anyone having to travel with children trying to keep them occupied in a confined space, you had room, she did well Laura x.”, reports the Mirror. On the flip side, there were those rallying around Laurar. One understanding fan said: “You do you, no need for justification. People do not need to follow you or read your posts they can scroll on by! “
And additional support came from another, exclaiming: “The fact that you felt you had to explain your choice is what’s wrong with society. You have absolutely every right to travel first class with or without a child. Travelling with children is hellish at the best of times, if there is something you can do to make life easier then do it! ! All of us would if we had the pennies you go girl! ! “.
Explaining her upgraded seat, Laura shares how life in Dubai saves her money since she resides with her sister. She adds: “I would be happy to sit in economy if I had another adult travelling with me. A babies cry does seem somewhat more embarrassing in a premium cabin which is great.”
The reality star, mum to little Bonnie with Footballers’ Wives star Gary Lucy, opened up about the perks of extra space for single parents jetting off with their little ones. She even spilled the beans on how families can snag an upgrade to the more luxurious seats.
Sharing some insider knowledge from her own days as a flight attendant, she said: “You can do online in advance, at check in, at the gate or onboard with money or miles all prices are different. Of course the later you leave it there’s a chance it might be full. My crew mates always check for me the loads.”