A description of jet-lag, the superb inflight service, and the quirks of Australian plumbing & electrical fixtures fill up this traveler’s early 1970s message back to the states.
Sydney, Aust. 7-14-71 2:45 A.M.
Hi Neighbors,
Greetings to you from the “Land Down Under.” I hope this reaches you before you leave. Here it is early morning & I’m wide awake (it is about 11:45 A.M. there on 7-13. It was an 18 hour flight down here on Qantas with excellent service – 1 stewardess & 5 men stewards to serve us. The weather here is sunny & bright even tho it is the dead of winter. Where we have the yellow pages in the phone book – there are pink & the hot & cold faucets are opposite ours & the light switches work upside down. The people are friendly. Have a good trip.
Sincerely, Walt Neiman
Sent to: Kalama, Washington
Postmark: Potts Point, Australia – July 14, 1971
Image: Sydney Harbor Bridge, view of Express Way and North Shore
Postcard Context
Qantas introduce the “Jumbo Jet” into their fleet in September 1971 (Qantas.com), just after the above postcard was sent. Take a look at this meal service.
Image source: Flickr Commons https://flic.kr/p/7ZCzr7
Further Reading:
Daily Mail: The Golden Age of Australian Airline Travel
Lost Greetings 