'Secret' beds go viral: Former flight attendant reveals hidden relaxation rooms

Hosts also need a break sometimes. But where do they rest? A former employee of a major German airline has now revealed more about the hidden relaxation rooms.

Everyone agrees that flight attendants – especially on long-haul flights – need a break every now and then. Have you ever wondered where cabin crew go when they want to rest?

There are special bedrooms for that, like former hostess Svenja Hoffmann from right to left Reveal now. She writes that the crew retreats there for rest periods. This happens in the hours after a meal is served and passengers are busy sleeping or watching movies.

But don't worry, passengers won't be left alone. “While half the crew takes a break, the other half stays in the cabin and watches. After half the time we're exchanging things,” Hoffman says.

There have already been one or two hosts on Facebook who have taken a look behind the scenes. For example with Virgin Australia.

Bedrooms are located above or below passengers

Much remains hidden from plane passengers. When you get in, if you're lucky, you might be able to catch a glimpse of the cockpit. Otherwise you won't be able to see much other than the seating area and toilets.

So many may be surprised to hear that there are actually sleeping places on long-haul planes. “Depending on the type of aircraft, it can be located below or above the passengers,” Hoffman explains.

The beds in it resemble “beds”. Curtains will provide the necessary privacy. On X there are different visions about the hidden area of ​​the plane.

Pilots also need a break

Pilots are also allowed to take a deep breath and relax every now and then. To ensure that someone in the cockpit continues to operate the controls, there are usually three pilots on duty.

Then they take turns crossing their legs in the relaxation rooms. Pilot Steve Giordano offers insight into one of these things on X. The short video shows an empty Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner and the crew's little oasis.