Going on holiday is usually the part of the year most people look forward to, but air travel isn't always the most enjoyable for everyone on the plane.
Whether it's the lack of leg room, being stuck in the middle seat, or some bland in-flight food, flying can sometimes be a less-than-pleasant experience.
And then there's the icing on the cake of when you get stuck near a baby that screams for the whole duration or have a small child kicking the back of your seat for hours on end.
Well, the last two are. now a thing of the past for those who are willing to pay a little more, as one airline has created an adult-only zone on board its planes.
Turkish-owned Corendon Airlines has divided social media users after revealing its new adults-only zone in its planes, where passengers over the age of 16 can travel in peace.
Of course, such an upgrade doesn't come for free, but it's actually relatively cheap to be able to travel in peace on their route on the 432-seat Airbus 350 from Amsterdam to Curaçao.
There will be 93 seats available in the zone at the front of the plane, which will be separated from the rest of the cabin by walls and curtains.
Passengers will have to pay a reported €45 ($49) each way for the privilege of sitting in the adults-only section - which is pretty reasonable to ensure you get to relax on the 10-hour trip.
For those that want even more luxury, there will also be some seats in the section with extra legroom, however they will cost €100 ($108).
Atilay Uslu, founder of Corendon, said in a statement: "Onboard our flights, we always strive to respond to the different needs of our customers.
"We also believe this can have a positive effect on parents traveling with small children. They can enjoy the flight without worrying if their children are making too much noise."
However, the airline's move has divided social media users, who took to X to voice their opinions.
One commented: "So apparently airlines are considering making 'child free zones' on planes, & I can’t decide if this is a dystopian shift or not, but generally it’s really sad how little tolerance people have for children & babies—even acting like they shouldn’t be in public."
Others agreed, adding: "My almost 2 yr old has cried for a grand total of 10 seconds on 6 flights. Sorry, but children exist in society," and: "PUBLIC spaces being child free. It’s a f**king PLANE. Parents have to travel with their children. They have that right to travel with their children. Y’all are f***n weird."
Some were all for parts of the cabin without kids, with one X user writing: "That’s it sign me up for the child free section of the plane," and: "I’ve been saying this for years ppl traveling with children need a separate plane, terminal, etc. I will gladly pay extra to have a child free flight. Like child free resorts."
One confirmed they were happy to pay a higher price to have peace and quiet without kids, commenting: "Waiting to board my plane to Glasgow I am once again reminded how much extra I'd pay for child-free flights. I'd pay a lot."
Some travelers were on the fence, writing: "I am not part of the community that believes children/babies shouldn’t fly HOWEVER, I do believe certain communities do not properly manage their children in public and I understand why that might drive someone to lose their mind."
Another pointed out: "I’m not totally against child free sections on airplanes if they’d charge extra for those seats and reduce rates for everyone else. Also if a baby cries on a plane can’t everyone hear it."
The flights kicked off in November and Corendon will be the first European airline to offer a child-free zone on board.
It's not the first in the world, however, as Malaysia's AirAsia, India's IndiGo, and Singapore's Scoot airlines already offer child-free or 'quiet' zones.
While it's not the child's fault if traveling by air becomes a bit overwhelming and they cry - nor is it the fault of the harassed parent trying everything in their arsenal to quieten them down - there's nothing worse than having to travel long-haul and not being able to get a wink of sleep.
It may not be the cheapest option, but it's sure to be a popular one to ensure you get a quiet and peaceful flight if you're desperate to have one.
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