Thanks for the update, Miffy and for sharing travel logistics info!

Different business models and ways of working OP (so please don't take it personal). The point I was trying to make is that if you want someone to buy you a first, second, third or fourth class plane ticket you're going to have to give him your passport details, no other way around that, so basically this is a total stranger that has seen your escort website online, buys you a ticket and gets all your personal details for free, how juicy is that? That's a no-no for me because it can lead to a scam or blackmail. I don't give my personal info and passport details to a property agent let alone a stranger in another country who found me through an escort site. Good for you if you feel comfortable.

I have done quite a few FMTYs and the client has never booked the flight. I've priced them up and then they've transferred me the money. I've also booked my own hotel room etc. The thing I would be more concerned about tbh is going to the USA at all as many workers have been refused entry at the border recently.

The thing I would be more concerned about tbh is going to the USA at all as many workers have been refused entry at the border recently.

That's interesting to know.  I wasn't even given a second glance and barely asked anything other than the standard 'business or pleasure' and 'where was I staying' when I went. 

It is looking like I am going back next month to see a different client for the weekend.  Will be curious to see if I have any issues.