My best journey began at the Cape Air Office in Albany  where the charm of small-scale flying and first-rate service met. Nestled at Albany International Airport, the business resembled a friendly neighborhood travel center rather than a bustling airline counter. I had always wanted to visit Nantucket, and Cape Air made the journey as unforgettable as the final destination. The friendly smiles and genuine enthusiasm of the staff instantly relieved my typical pre-flight nervousness. The flight, conducted on one of their legendary Cessna 402s, offered a breathtaking aerial view of New England's rolling landscapes and shimmering coasts that no large jet could rival.