I have worked at KLM since 2006. When I began as editor at Corporate Communications, I used to leaf through old copies of the Wolkenridder (KLM’s staff magazine) whenever I had time. That really showed me what a rich history KLM has. What could be nicer than sharing it with everybody?

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines was founded in 1919, making it the world's oldest airline operating under its original name. In 2004, Air France and KLM merged to form AIR FRANCE KLM. The merger produced the strongest European airline group based on two powerful brands names and hubs — Amsterdam Airport …

I grew up in South Africa and once vowed to travel the world! Well, I didn’t get much further than Amsterdam, where I have been living for the past 25 years. I spend my days writing and translating and staring at the sky, trying to guess where the planes are going. I will be mapping my ignorance o…

I'm a freelance photographer and blogger working for KLM in Amsterdam and other exciting places on this earth. Exploring the weirdest, and preferably the most unknown destinations, meeting interesting new people and finding out what they are all about. – Have a look at my work on Instagram @BenKor…

For more than 10 years I have been working as a cabin attendant for KLM. I studied Arts and love to discover great cities, cultures and places all around the globe. A creative soul travelling around the world. A few years ago I started my own blog DareSheGoes where I aim to inspire people with photo…

Originally I was a computer programmer. After working in that business for about five years, I decided to explore the world. I quitted my job and started a backpacking journey through Asia for a year and a half. I didn’t return as a ‘flower child’ (as many did), but I did get infected by wande…

During four years as a computer programmer/analyst, I discovered that office life is not my thing. I quit, worked and travelled around Europe and Africa, and started university – but the travel virus made me apply as Flight Attendant in 1990. I loved my job so much, I stayed after I got my univers…

If there was an award for The Always Returning Freelancer, I think it would be mine. ;-) I started out at KLM as a cabin attendant and editor. When I became a freelancer, I kept returning to the KLM 'home base' every year or so. For more than 15 years now I'm involved in communications and social me…

I have been working in aviation for over 18 years. For 12 years as a cabin attendant and now purser with KLM flying all over the world. Besides loving my job in the cabin, meeting people from all walks of life and diverse backgrounds, I enjoy adventurous trips during my lay-overs. I also write about…

I’ve been proudly serving the blue crown since 2001. In 2010, I was asked to help set up KLM’s Social Media department. And I’ve been working there ever since. I’d like to take you behind the scenes to show you just how great my job is. Enjoy! – Follow me on Twitter: @djaam

I’m an Amsterdam based, The Hague raised communications professional. I write copy and tell stories. I believe everyone has a story to tell and it's that story I love to hear, and share. KLM holds a piece of my heart since I left the company in 2010. I've stayed around in the years following, as…

The School of Travel Journalism (School voor Reisjournalistiek) offers ambitious travel journalists and bloggers an online course to kick-start a successful career. In its blog, KLM offers students ample leeway and in so doing supports the initiative directed at stimulating up-and-coming talent to g…

I drew my first plane at the age of five. Just kidding, but the aviation bug did bite me at an early age, as my grandfather and father were both pilots, and my sister later became one too. I still draw today, kind of, because I photoshop away on all sorts of gorgeous KLM planes, as a social media co…

After blogging about my life as an au pair in the United States for one year I discovered that writing is something I love to do. I get even more excited to write a story if it's about traveling the world. That's why it's perfect for me to be part of the Corporate Communications team at KLM.

My friends always ask me: “Are you really on Facebook and Twitter the entire week?” Yes indeed, I have the best job in the world. Creating stories, photos and ideas all day long. The magic of flying translated into the wonderful world of social media. - Follow me on Twitter: @RogierReker

I have been responsible for iFly KLM Magazine at KLM for more than five years now. My job is to portray our destinations in inspiring ways, both in iFly, on social media and onboard via the inflight entertainment system. This leads me to join forces with tourist agencies and other partners all aroun…

Starting at KLM Engine Services in 1975, I have been involved with Jet engines for the whole length of my career. I am currently managing the Boeing 777 engine maintenance and have been watching trends in technology developments of aircraft and aircraft propulsion in particular. I have shared my int…

From social media intern afraid of flying to flight attendant. Yep, that’s me.

I am studying Communication Sciences at the University of Amsterdam and currently working part-time at KLM Marketing Communications. I've been with KLM for about a year now and I’m already starting to feel the blue spirit running through my veins. ;-)

I have been with KLM Health Services since 2006 as an occupational health physician. I joined the international department in 2010 and am responsible for managing the international medical care and doctors network for crews, expats and local staff in the Asia region. Before coming to KLM Health Serv…

Having joined KLM’s social lab in spring 2017, I immediately discovered that writing stories with the blog team is a breath of fresh air. Surrounded by 32,000 inspiring colleagues, there are plenty of KLM-blue stories waiting to bloom. I’m a great fan of Mind Travel – not only in my own imagin…

Hi! I'm Anne de Buck and I am a professional lifestyle and travel blogger and founder at yourlittleblackbook.me. YourLittleBlackBook has grown to be the biggest blog in Amsterdam regarding hotspots and events in town. As Amsterdam is KLM's homebase I will be sharing my latest Amsterdam secrets with …

Born in the Netherlands, raised in Italy and parents that took me on trips all over the world since my early years. No surpise that I have a passion for travel! To me it was a dream come true to be responsible for the oldest and one of the most beautiful inflight magazines in the world: Holland Hera…

All round and curious are my main keywords. I am a former Chef and restaurant owner; nowadays wine importer and almost 20 years flying around the globe as a flight attendant. Besides that I have been working for many years in marketing and communications. I think all of this is the perfect combinati…

As a globetrotter, I am very happy I started my social media internship at KLM. I finished my Bachelor of Psychology at the University of Amsterdam. I am very interested in how people influence each other's behaviour and the effects of social media in everyday life. And what's a better place to find…

I work as a medical doctor for KLM Health Services. My job is very diverse and ranges from counseling travelers and expats on vaccinations and performing medical check-ups to informing flight crew on health issues abroad and the work-related risks of disease. At KLM Health Services, I’m responsibl…

Do you have a burning question for me? Use #Jesseyknows in your message and, who knows, I may be able to investigate! My name is Jessey and I joined the Social Media Hub late last year. I was 21 years old and recently graduated in journalism. I enjoy listening to different people, looking things u…

I'm a Cabin Attendant on intercontinental flights and I have worked for KLM since 1995. There is one thing I love to do when traveling and that is take photographs. Through my photos I try to show a piece of the world. If you want to see more of my work? Check out his website: www.jorvanderleeuw.com…

Since 2008 I work at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam. It’s a very dynamic environment that makes me happy every day. You see how beautiful and divers the world is with many different people and cultures. And because I like to share special and beautiful moments, I invite you to follow me during my j…

Shoot! I’ve just started working at KLM, but my job involves no flying at all… As a social media consultant, my work is all on the ground in an office. Luckily, I have to search around KLM every day for beautiful stories to share with you and millions of others! And this gives me a bit of that…

I am crazy about aviation. I fly KLM Cityhopper’s Embraer 190 around Europe. When I’m off I head the Flying Dutchman Foundation. Because I feel everybody should be as crazy about aviation as me.

I have been a cabin attendant at KLM for almost 16 years now. Traveling has always been part of my life since i have been raised by parents who have lived all over the world. To give you a brief impression of my childhood; my mother taught me what to do when you come face to face with a snake. While…

My name is Madelon van der Hof. For the past six months, I’ve been doing my traineeship at KLM media relations. Having just completed my studies, I now face the challenge of surviving in the “adult world”. The perfect time to knuckle down to writing blogs!

On behalf of the social media crew, let us welcome you aboard Team Social! We’re Aisha and Renée, two social media agents working via Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. In between talking about baggage rules, searching for playlists you heard on board and (re)booking flights for thousands of passeng…

In my role as Brand Manager Magazines, I am responsible for Flying Dutchman Magazine since April 2014. This quarterly magazine, which is sent to our Dutch frequent flyers, is superbly designed and has a strong focus on photography. Every issue, we do our utmost to find the most original travel inspi…

My name is Harm Kreulen. I am the director of KLM Nederland.

We’re Carlijn and Feike and we work at Air Traffic Control the Netherlands (LVNL). Carlijn as an air traffic controller and Feike as an assistant air traffic controller. We look forward to telling you all about our fascinating occupation and our experiences in the control tower, but also about our…

I’m working for the Marketing department of KLM for almost 6 years years. I have worked on projects such as European City Trips, KLM Live High Five, The Orange Experience and World Deal Weeks. In this blog, I hope to give you a behind the scenes sneak peek at KLM’s Marketing Communications offic…

I’m working in the Social Media Hub at KLM Headquarters in the Netherlands, I’m responsible for KLM’s Rules of Engagement for social media and play a key role in the airline’s first research and efforts in the social landscape.

What a huge honour to be one of the first non-KLM employees to join the Blue Blogging Legion! The three main reasons for my induction into this select company are: 1) I’m already a blogger at MOMspiration.nl; 2) My love for KLM is boundless; and 3) My partner and I are about to spend a year travel…

Content fanatic, lifelong communications enthusiast and new media nerd. Follow me on Twi(s)tter: @Thije - left foot on blue

I have been flying for KLM since 1990. Right now I am a captain on the A330. In my spare time, I pilot a Catalina flying boat and I’m a glider enthusiast.

Who says Technic is a man’s world? Not in our perception! We, Jacky and Miranda have been working in Aviation all of our professional lives. During the last 15 years at KLM Engine Services, dedicated to maintenance of Gasturbines. We love all aspects of it and like to share why we love it with you…

I am truly blue at heart! I’ve been working for KLM for more than half my life: since the nineties. I was a flight attendant, check-in agent, flight safety trainer, editor/communications advisor and now work as online reputation manager with the corporate communications department, combining all m…

Travelling, meeting, experiencing, writing, taking photographs – these five activities pretty much sum up what makes me tick. When travelling, I meet people, experience all sorts of things, write about it and take photographs of it. I have an incredible urge to record and remember for later enjoym…

I have been working as a spokesperson for KLM since 2012. All the variety that the work offers has ensured that I have the most enjoyable job at this great company. And, from time to time, I get to write pieces as I did for years. After all, once a journalist, always a journalist.

Creating social media content is like cooking. Playing with the combination of words and images until you have that perfect match. And most of all don’t forget serving it to your friends. Preferably in the heat of the moment. The taste is great and the timing is right, when you see a smile on thei…

Australian born, half-Dutch, raised in South East Asia, aviation nerd. That's about as short as my personal bio gets. Professionally I've been buzzing around for 13 years as a commercial pilot since 2003, the last 7 years being with KLM on their Fokker 70. Bitten by both the travel bug and the pilot…

Exploring the world is definitely an addiction for me. It’s also the reason why - ten years ago - I joined this amazing company that makes travel possible for everyone. I don’t miss an opportunity to board the blue bird and I’m passionate about directing my energies as product owner E-services…

I'm a Dutch professional golfer, born in Bleiswijk the Netherlands (1986), and I play on the European Tour. I won my first major title in 2004, while still an amateur: the Tromp Cup golf championship for under-18s. In 2005 I won the Spanish Open for amateurs and a couple of months later the German O…

Because I joined Instagram in the early days (@croyable), people were drawn to my photos of typical Dutch landscapes and tableaus, especially American Instagram users. I now have 430,000 followers and people hire me as a photographer to shoot images for their social media campaigns. This success, co…

I love blogging and traveling! When I don't travel or write, I work as a customer service agent for KLM. I am happy to answer all your questions on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn! I write about traveling and I will give you a sneak peak behind the screens of the 24/7 social media customer service te…

I joined KLM as a pilot in 1985 and I’ve always been involved in both the company’s development and my own profession. Born and bred in the Province of Brabant, I’m a highly sociable, people’s person with a keen awareness of the added value of genuine teamwork. In my capacity as a B777/787 C…

I’m a flying horse groom. It’s a fantastic job. I grew up with horses around me and I’ve been fascinated by aviation from an early age. Does it ever get boring? Never! The more I fly, the more I love flying!

Since 2006 I am passionately involved in aviation photography and ever since I have fallen in love with KLM. I initiated the Dutch Aviation Photographers Group, one of the world’s largest Facebook communities that focuses on capturing airplanes and related aviation subjects in a creative and dynam…

At the age of 21, I started flying for KLM Cityhopper as a cabin attendant and enjoyed my time cityhoppin' across Europe. After six amazing years, the time has now come to discover the rest of the world. I recently joined KLM "mainline". I can be identified as the girl with the camera, taking pictur…

I have worked for KLM more than 15 years. For the last 10 years I work in communication. From internal communication to marketing communication for Flying Blue and now as a press officer. Very different jobs but still very fun to do!

After joining KLM in 2008, I spent six years flying all over the world as second officer aboard the Boeing 777. Nowadays, I fly Boeing 737s on European routes as first officer/co-pilot. When I started flying, I soon realised that the job gives you a panoramic view of the world, literally and figurat…

I have been a professional swimmer for the last 10 years. I won over 50 medals during international competitions, competed in three Olympic Games (Athens 2004, Beijing 2008 and London 2012). In 2010 I gave birth to my daughter, Hannah. And after that I came back on the highest podium, winning silver…

I’ve been working for Big Blue since 1996. I started as a stewardess and had the time of my life. In six years, I greeted more than a hundred thousand passengers and saw just about every KLM destination at least once. I was one lucky duck. But after a while the writing muscles started to itch. I h…

As a five-year-old, I stood on the Panorama Deck at Schiphol staring in fascination at the huge metal spaceships, screeching as they connected to the mother ship, surrounded by the warm energy of distant, exotic places. This only occurred to me after I’d been a steward with KLM for many years – …

My name is Jacob Post (29) and I’ve been with KLM since 2011. First as a usability expert in the digital word and now as Flight Innovator in the field of aircraft cabins. I strive to ensure an optimum and future-proof user experience for KLM’s customer. The customer’s needs are always paramoun…

I am a student in Media Design and have always loved writing. While working behind the scenes at KLM blog, I try to turn my writer's block into a writer's blog.

I'm a renowned Dutch film reviewer and programmer of KLM Inflight Entertainment. Each month I pick my favourites from new films on board. What a job!

“I’ve been a press officer at KLM since 2011. I previously held various communications posts in the finance and telecom sector. My areas of expertise in the team include KLM The Netherlands, communication with local stakeholders, CSR issues (cooperation with WWF-NL and UNICEF and developments in…

I’m Spencer. I’m a robot that helps KLM transfer passengers at Schiphol. I can take you from Gate B28 to C36 just like that, and calculate how long the trip will take. Unfortunately I'm not sure when I'll be able to go back to Schiphol. But once I’m back, I’ll be able to guide holidaymakers …

I started my career at KLM in the air as a stewardess. After about three years of flying, I landed at the Social Media Hub in Amstelveen. I prefer to work on projects that help improve and innovate our social media service.

My name is Martijn van der Zee. As Senior Vice President of E-Commerce at Air France-KLM, I am responsible for guiding Air France-KLM in all mobile, social and digital developments. I managed KLM through the dotcom-bubble and initiated social services via Twitter and Facebook when the Eyjafjallajök…

Hi! My name is Simonette and I'm the Interim Communications Manager E-Commerce at KLM. The only thing I might have a bigger passion for than my job, is chocolate. The darker the better!

Proving games are more than just entertainment. Joined KLM in 2014 as Project Manager Gaming & Social Media, the coolest function within the company! Passionate believer that games and gamification can do a lot for a company and hope to see more and more companies joining the gaming movement.

In August 2015, I began supervising construction of the 20 Boeing 787s ordered by KLM in Everett (USA). I take care of everything that could possibly go wrong during construction of the aircraft at the Boeing factory in Seattle. I work within a team of KLM ground engineers and Boeing specialists. In…

Ever since I was a little girl, aircraft have always amazed me. That would explain why I studied Aviation Logistics. During my study I hopped on board at KLM, as an intern for KLM Engineering and Maintenance, and I completed my studies at KLM Inflight Services’ Product Development department. Now …

I started in 1998 as a Ground Stewardess at KLM. Every three to four years I will change jobs in search of a new challenge. At this moment, I am working for the Joint AFKLMP Cargo division. In addition, sometimes I meet the nicest animals here!

While I was studying, I got the opportunity to combine my passion for aviation and media. I travelled to America to produce a live TV-show called “Arizona From Above”, which saw me flying over the beautiful scenery of Sedona. As a social media intern at KLM, I get a chance to combine these passi…

“Home is where the heart is!” For me, that’s where tourists take photos of stately canal-side houses and outstretched, green “polderscapes”. But the planet is simply too small not to have a crush on places like Barcelona, Sydney, Cape Town or Rio de Janeiro. In my holidays, I look for the …

Hi, I’m Mariëlle Snel. Working as an editor at KLM Corporate Communications, it’s my job to be curious. I want to know about everything and I love talking with people and interviewing my co-workers. Since starting years ago as a cabin attendant, I have filled a variety of positions in a number …

I’ve been an interim brand manager at KLM, The Netherlands since December 2014. As a marketing and travel fanatic this interim job fits me perfectly.

My name is Tara. I’m 38 years old, a big fan of fashion, skiing and travelling! I’m a Dutch citizen, with an Italian heart and an international mind set. I started writing about travelling a couple of years ago. Working as a fulltime blogger or editor would be a dream come true. Travelling mean…

I’ve been flying for KLM since 1985. Right now I’m a captain on the Boeing 777. Before that, I flew the Boeing DC-9, 737-300, 400 747-200, 300, and 400, Fokker 28, and the MD-11.In 2011, when I heard that KLM had decided to phase out the MD-11, I felt as if I’d been stung by a wasp. I und…

I started working at KLM in 1992 as Second Officer on the Boeing 747-400. After serving on the Fokker 100, Boeing 747-400, and Boeing 737, I became a pilot on the de A330. For the last four years I have also worked as a Check Pilot Operations, a quality controller collecting checks from the pilots a…

I’ve worked with figures for most of my KLM career, which began in 1989. About five years ago, my focus started shifting towards communication. Nowadays, I update and manage the information screens at Apron Services and I write and edit articles for the KLM NewsApp and Yammer. My hobby has now bec…

I work as a Social Media Engagement Specialist for KLM, which means I’m part of the team that answers all the questions you post on our Social Media channels. It’s fun being a part of the trips you take and the adventures you embark on. I love writing, so I’m very happy I was given the chance …

Being an International Sales Manager For Live, Cargo Division, for many years. It brings me to various places around the Globe. Meeting people and cultures is one of the best experience in Live. So I try to connect the people using Air France KLM & Martinair Cargo for the transport. Beside the time …

I have been flying the Fokker 70/100 at KLM since 2006. As Chief Pilot I am responsible for our Fokker operation until the final phase out in October 2017.

12.5 years ago I ‘boarded’ this great big blue company and it has been a great ‘flight’ so far. Today I manage KLM’s Social Media Hub with a strong passion for customer service and social media. My biggest hobby is travel and in the past years I have been privileged to have had the chance …

I’ve been a press officer at KLM since 2016. I previously held various communications positions at a variety of international companies. My areas of expertise in the team include KLM The Netherlands, KLM USA, KLM Cityhopper, alliances, Legal, HR, Skyteam, IATA, KLM Flight Academy and Schiphol Airp…

I was born in South Africa, raised all over the globe and eventually settled in Amsterdam. I studied hotel management and then attended the Dutch Wine Academy. I went on to work at a cookery studio called “De Kookfabriek”, where I organized workshops for groups. I joined KLM as a flight attendan…

At the age of six, I was already crazy about flying. Helping others is also in my DNA. After working for several years at Schiphol assisting passengers with reduced mobility, I’m now serving passengers through KLM’s social media channels. I joined the team here over three years ago and I’ve li…

My name is Esther and I am Marketing communications manager at KLM Head office.

I'm an entrepreneur and CEO of ID&T, which I founded in 1990. My company began by organising raves, but ID&T is now the Netherlands’ largest dance festival organiser. The Sensation dance events have conquered the world. ID&T also organises Thunderdome and Mysteryland.

I'm a graphic design intern at KLM's social media department. I study Communication & Multimedia Design at the University of Applied Sciences Utrecht and I can't live without Photoshop and social media. My macbook is my best friend and secretly I'm a game-nerd. Follow me on Twitter: @Beauvessen

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I started my career 22 years ago as a KLM pilot. Besides being a passionate Boeing 737 captain, I am also the Executive Vice President of KLM’s Flight Operations division. In my blog I would like to share my passion of flying with you, explain a few things about the aviation industry, and show you…

Born in 1983, I recently found out that makes me part of "Generation Y ". I feel I'm more part of "Generation What?".As a boy, I went from desiring to become a Paleontologist to Orca Trainer, I started studying psychology, got bored and dropped out, ending in "I really don't know anymore". "What…

For over 25 years I have been working in Communications, which basically makes me a dinosaur. But when thinking positively you could see me as a trouble shooter with tons of experience. Anyway, I like to help people out and manage big projects that have proven a mission impossible. Now I come to thi…

Hi! my name is Cindy and I've been a KLM Cabin Attendant for quite some time now. What I love about my job? Making people happy and making sure they have a pleasant flight.

Air France-KLM International Station Support Manager working for area Europe and North-Africa. Working experience in Passenger Handling, Product Development, Operations and Projects. Enjoying the journey of life!

My name is Caroline and I'm Social Commerce Manager at KLM. It's a job with a lot of challenges, but my job just makes me smile every single day!

I've been the Social Media Manager at KLM since 2010. I'm responsible for the KLM Twitter strategie. Also, I'm the person to go to for everyone at KLM who has a question about social media.

As the senior editor of Holland Herald, KLM's inflight magazine, I'm lucky enough to travel around the world and meet inspiring people at the most beautiful destinations.

I’ve been a stewardess with KLM for six years, but I’m also an editor at the Inflight Services Communications department, where I write for two internal publications. I love writing and travelling, and I’m very lucky that I can combine my two passions in a single job!

My name is Argelia Reyes. I’ve been with KLM for four years now, and with Air France for 16 years. I work at the Human Resources department in Mexico City. I do a lot of cooking in my spare time, and I love preparing large meals for special occasions like Christmas or family celebrations.

I'm a Senior Designer at KLM head office. After my work experience at the ministry of agriculture and agencies, the KLM brand has stolen my heart. My main focus is the design of all inflight packaging and products, social media visuals, aircraft interior and exteriors and KLM branded product desig…

My name is Moises. I work as an E-commerce manager at KLM Spain. The moment I took up the challenge of being city embajador of Madrid for our KLM Twitter account KLM Localeyes, I felt a slight sense of fear. Just imagine, I have never written a travel guide before, or anything like one, and now my p…

I work for the e-development team within e-commerce at KLM headquarters. I am responsible for customer-support-related tools at KLM.com including FAQs and chat. I like to develop and turn outdated things into something new with a customer-driven vision.

Since 2012 I'm Digital Experience. I was present when KLM started it's social media development and am now a part of the Digital Strategy team of E-Commerce.

For more than 15 years I have been living in the rhythm of my own, international success. My 5-time number one position in the critically acclaimed DJ Mag Top 100 poll has been the result of my loyalty to fans, my creativity in the studio, the perseverance with which I host my weekly radio show ‘A…

Hello? I am Flynt. I was KLM’s first interactive puppet. My job was to be critical about KLM. I travelled the world, tested many of KLM’s products and services, and visited a variety of KLM departments to see what was going on. Today I have retired to spend more time with my fishing rod.

I'm the Security & Safety Manager at KLM Ground Services. My responsibilities include special events and flights. In 2008, I was involved in the transportation of athletes and supporters to the Olympic Games in Beijing. This was followed by various other projects, culminating with the Nuclear Securi…