Plus-size Influencer Who Petitioned For Free, Extra Plane Seats Now Wants Hotels To Enlarge Hallways

Jaelynn Chaney, a prominent plus-size influencer from Vancouver, has been at the forefront of a unique campaign within the travel industry. Initially recognized for advocating that fellow passengers should share the cost of extra seats for obese travelers on planes, she's now expanding her mission to hotels.

Her latest initiative focuses on encouraging hotels to widen their hallways to create a more accommodating and inclusive experience for guests of all sizes.

In her quest to make the travel industry more user-friendly, Chaney challenges traditional norms and champions change.

In April, she initiated a petition addressed to the US Federal Aviation Authority, urging them to prioritize the well-being of plus-sized travelers and ensure that economy-class air travel becomes comfortable and accessible for everyone.

As of Monday morning, this petition had received 35,000 signatures of support.

In a TikTok video that has amassed nearly 20,000 views, Chaney expressed her desire for hotels around the globe to ¡°make elevators and hallways spacious, to allow for easy movement of larger individuals and those utilizing mobility devices.¡±

Additional requests encompass hotels elevating their toilet seats and equipping each room with handheld showerheads to enhance the comfort and accessibility of facilities for individuals with larger body sizes.

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Furthermore, she advocates installing handrails around pools and providing sturdy chairs for a more relaxed lounging experience.

Additionally, she seeks to ensure that beds are more robust, bathrobes are size-inclusive, extending up to size 6 XL, and towels are plus-size-friendly.

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The internet has expressed mixed reactions to Chaney's series of requests.

¡°I agree with some, but others are just not possible. The amount of money it will take to make all these changes is unreal,¡± one person wrote. Another comment read, ¡°I agree this is ideal, but some are out of the hotel's control. Lift size, for example.¡±

¡°This has to be satire at this point,¡± read another comment.

¡°How are you gonna ask for things to change, but you refuse to change yourself,¡± another commenter asked.

Previously, she had called on airlines to refund plus-size passengers who were compelled to purchase extra seats during the booking process to accommodate their size.

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¡°As plus-size travelers, my partner and I have unfortunately experienced discrimination and discomfort while flying,¡± she wrote in her petition.

She added: ¡°All plus-size passengers should be provided with an extra free seat, or even two or three seats depending on their size, to accommodate their needs and ensure their comfort during the flight.¡±

¡°To ensure a safe and comfortable flying experience for all passengers, airlines should provide accessible additional seats to customers of all sizes who require more physical space on planes or encroach on another passenger¡¯s space,¡± Chaney wrote.

"These passengers should be provided with an extra free seat, or even multiple seats, to accommodate their needs and ensure their comfort and safety, as well as those around them, during the flight.¡±

She wrote about reimbursements: ¡°Airlines should offer a refund for customers of any size who purchase additional seats independently. This process should be straightforward and can be accessed online or through customer service. This refund process should be an official written policy easily accessible for all passengers who purchase additional seats independently due to their size.¡±

In conclusion, the petition and advocacy efforts by Jaelynn Chaney underscore the importance of inclusivity and comfort in the travel industry for individuals of all body sizes, sparking a necessary conversation about making travel more accessible and accommodating for everyone.

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