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Article created by: Viktorija Ošikaitė

Meet Jae'lynn Chaney, a 25-year-old travel blogger, body positivity advocate, and content creator out on a mission to help society unlearn harmful biases. She believes that all bodies can be travel bodies and that everyone deserves to travel comfortably. By covering anything from her wanderlust moments to the hurdles she encounters on the way, Jae has captured the internet’s heart.

With over 108,000 followers on TikTok, Jae recently went viral with her 'Plus-Size Travel Struggles' series where she lists the things "plus-size travelers hate" and highlights the issues in an industry still hostile to all bodies, sizes, and shapes.

In the videos, which amassed more than 16 million views on the platform, the TikToker evaluates her experiences and sheds light on how airlines, hotels, and other businesses consistently fail to accommodate larger-bodied globetrotters. Below, we gathered some illuminating examples Jae shared with her audience, from towels that don’t fit to tray tables that wouldn’t come down. So continue scrolling, upvote as you go, and be sure to share your own stories in the comments below, we’d love to hear all about them.

Body positivity advocate Jae'lynn Chaney recently went viral for sharing "things plus-size travelers hate" that highlight how the travel industry is still hostile to bodies of all sizes

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You can watch Jae’s "Things Plus-Size Travelers Hate" series, which amassed over 16 million views, right below

@jaebaeofficial These are some of the struggles that plus size travelers face. Travel is possible for everyBODY, but it definitely comes with challenges and should be more accessible!! What travel challenges have you faced? #plussizetravel #plussizetravelblogger #flyingwhilefat #travellingwhilefat #travelingwhilefat #traveltok #plussize #plussizeedition #fyp ♬ Monkeys Spinning Monkeys - Kevin MacLeod & Kevin The Monkey

Here are some of the obstacles Jae faces when traveling

#1

Turnstiles at subway station entrance, illustrating plus-size travel struggles with tight spaces and accessibility challenges. Turnstiles and worrying you'll get stuck.

jaebaeofficial , Karen Foto Report

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    #2

    Three travelers sitting outdoors discussing plus-size travel struggles that skinny people don't have to worry about when traveling. People staring all the time.

    jaebaeofficial , Keira Burton Report

    #3

    Clothing rack with colorful shirts highlighting plus-size travel struggles related to finding suitable travel apparel options. Not being able to find clothes your size anywhere.

    jaebaeofficial , William Matt Report

    #4

    Two bright pink plastic chairs with armrests on a stone floor, illustrating plus-size travel struggles with seating. Chairs with armrests.

    jaebaeofficial , Christopher Woo Report

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    #5

    Plus-size woman wearing a face mask and floral shirt sitting in an airplane seat, illustrating travel struggles for plus-size travelers. Getting ridiculous comments about being a fat traveler.

    jaebaeofficial Report

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    #6

    Empty airplane cabin with narrow seats highlighting plus-size travel struggles with limited space and comfort. Always wondering if you're going to "fit" (airplane seats, public transportation, etc).

    jaebaeofficial , SuperJet International Report

    #7

    Compact airplane bathroom interior with toilet and sink, highlighting plus-size travel struggles in confined spaces. Tiny airplane bathrooms.

    jaebaeofficial , Kārlis Dambrāns Report

    #8

    Modern public bathroom with a small toilet, highlighting plus-size travel struggles not faced by skinny people. Worrying you're going to break the toilet.

    jaebaeofficial , Eric Lumsden Report

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    #9

    Close-up of a plus-size traveler wearing a seatbelt on an airplane, highlighting plus-size travel struggles. Worrying about asking for a seatbelt extender.

    jaebaeofficial Report

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    #10

    Airplane tray table stuck due to plus-size passenger, illustrating plus-size travel struggles not faced by skinny people. When the tray table can't come down.

    jaebaeofficial Report

    #11

    Modern restaurant interior with red chairs and neatly set tables highlighting plus-size travel struggles in dining spaces. Restaurants that don’t have seating options for plus-size people.

    jaebaeofficial , Hotel du Vin & Bistro Report

    #12

    Bunk bed setup in a bright room illustrating plus-size travel struggles related to compact sleeping arrangements. Bunk beds.

    jaebaeofficial , Taber Andrew Bain Report

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    #13

    Cozy cruise cabin with ocean view highlighting plus-size travel struggles in comfortable, confined vacation spaces. Getting stuck with two twin mattresses instead of a king.

    jaebaeofficial , Kim Report

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    #14

    Plus-size woman outdoors wearing colorful heart print top and sunglasses, representing plus-size travel struggles and challenges. Towels that don't fit.

    jaebaeofficial Report

    #15

    Outdoor swimming pool with metal ladder and empty red lounge chairs, illustrating plus-size travel struggles. Boat ladders, pool ladders, all ladders.

    jaebaeofficial , Wonderlane Report

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    #16

    Plus-size traveler wearing face mask seated on airplane, facing struggles skinny people don’t have when traveling. Having little to no room to move.

    jaebaeofficial Report

    #17

    A plus-size man relaxing on a lounge chair by a tropical pool surrounded by palm trees and resort buildings. Very limited poolside seating/lounging options for plus-size people.

    jaebaeofficial Report

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    #18

    Airport security officer checking ID and boarding pass, highlighting plus-size travel struggles not faced by skinny people. Getting pat down because you're fat.

    jaebaeofficial , Oregon Department of Transportation Report

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    #19

    Narrow airplane aisle with seated passengers, highlighting plus-size travel struggles with limited space and comfort. Narrow aisles and bulkhead seats.

    jaebaeofficial , Matthew Hurst Report

    #20

    Plus-size traveler sitting on a bench outdoors, highlighting common plus-size travel struggles and challenges. Chub rub

    jaebaeofficial , Su Casa Panamá Report

    #21

    Boutique store interior displaying travel apparel and accessories highlighting plus-size travel struggles not faced by skinny people. Souvenir shops that don't have your size.

    jaebaeofficial , Grand Canyon National Park Report

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    #22

    Plus-size traveler standing outdoors with oxygen tank, highlighting plus-size travel struggles not faced by skinny people. Not being able to find accessible path and hiking trails.

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