So "there I was" on a layover in a tropical (tourist over-run) destination. As I'm leaving the hotel for dinner, one of our 12 FA's is in the lobby and asks where I'm going and mentioned that it was her first time here.

I stated that I was going to dinner, and she asked to tag along. OK, no problem there. I did mention that the entrees at the place I was going to eat were about $30.

OK fast forward to a fine meal, marginal conversation, and a phenomenal view. The bill comes along with the minor detail that she didn't bring any money. OK, this is irritating, but I'm not going to make a scene. I apologized if she thought I was "taking her out to dinner" and that my idea was to go dutch. Blank stare from her, ....geez.

While it really wasn't that big of a deal, it would be nice not to have to announce that "I expect you to pay for what you order".

Anyway, there is lesson here for all of us. When your going out with a crew on a layover, I guess you have to spell everything out even when it should be common sense. Better yet, when it comes to doing anything with a flight attendant....just say no.