Travel
- Delta Redefines Cabin, Upgrades Premium Economy Options
Delta One, First Class and Delta Comfort+ Offer Premium Experiences; Main Cabin and Basic Economy Offer Options For All Customers ATLANTA, Dec. 8, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) is redefining the products it offers customers to further...
- Tripadvisor Reveals Flyer Preference & Annoyances In Annual Air Travel Survey
Travelers Prioritize Value Over Comfort; U.S. Air Travel Set To Increase in 2013 NEWTON – Mass. – February 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel site*, today announced the results of its annual air travel survey of...
- Tips For Getting Upgraded At Your Favorite Hotel
Tips for Getting Upgraded at Your Favorite Hotel "Sometimes, the stars all seem to align—you arrive at your hotel, weary from your travels, and check in at the front desk. The smiling clerk announces you've been upgraded, and you make your way up...
- Southwest Airlines Announces Fares And Flights To/from Hartsfield-jackson Atlanta International Airport
- Initial Schedule of Fifteen Daily Departures Begins Feb. 12, 2012 - Fares starting as low as $79 one-way - Southwest, AirTran Take First Steps to Blend Frequent Flyer Programs ATLANTA, Aug. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) is...
- Delta Eliminates Skymiles Expiration
SkyMiles members gain new industry-leading benefit ATLANTA, Feb. 15, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) today announced it has eliminated the SkyMiles mileage expiration, creating a new industry-leading benefit for all members. This program...
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5 Ways to Get Yourself A Flight Upgrade
Flight upgrades turn a potentially nerve-wracking experience into an almost-vacation. Coach flyers can turn their tickets in for the comfort of business or first-class status. According to an April 2013 article in The Independent, customers can no longer rely on airlines upgrading their status for gratis. The following lists five ways to get yourself a flight upgrade without sacrificing your dignity.
1. Bid on It
A recent travel trend involves bidding for premium status. Airlines including Virgin Atlantic and Air New Zealand encourage coach passengers to compete for upgrades that include expedited security screening. The practice creates an unbiased platform and removes some of the covert façade associated with obtaining upgrades.
Perhaps the most interesting aspect of upgrade bidding is the process makes luxury affordable. With price points between $4,035.92 and $27,242.46 Australian dollars (AUD), many people do not have the resources to purchase premium seating. Hopefully this trend will continue increasing in popularity.
2. Dress Nicely
No matter how much money a passenger has, airline staff is hesitant to upgrade slobs. Travelling in conservative gear, like a pair of slacks or a modest dress, ensures that upgrade candidates meet the aesthetics expected of business or first-class passengers. In some cases, looking the part can result in complementary upgrades.
3. Use Frequent Flyer Points
This approach requires advanced planning, but can be quite rewarding. Contact the customer service department and ask about seats reserved for frequent flyer point redemption. Some airlines require reservations up to one year in advance and enforce a number of travel restrictions.
4. Speak Up
Travel experts have various opinions on asking for flight upgrades. Some companies are notorious for refusing a request because people asked. Here are a few items to consider when making a verbal request:
- Demanding upgrades guarantees a traveller goes to the bottom of the list.
- Hovering over airline employees does nothing to help your plight.
- Dressing appropriately ensures that airline staff takes requests seriously.
5. Book with an Agent
Travel agents can access upgrades that are not available to the public. They can also put in a good word during the reservation process to increase the possibility for potential upgrades. During a time when many people create their own travel experiences, a little outside experience from a professional is invaluable.
Obtaining flight upgrades has nothing to do with begging or sliding a tip to airline personnel. Upgraded passengers happen to be in the right place at the right time. By using some of the previously listed suggestions, passengers can snag a comfortable seat and better food while retaining their self-respect.
- Delta Redefines Cabin, Upgrades Premium Economy Options
Delta One, First Class and Delta Comfort+ Offer Premium Experiences; Main Cabin and Basic Economy Offer Options For All Customers ATLANTA, Dec. 8, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) is redefining the products it offers customers to further...
- Tripadvisor Reveals Flyer Preference & Annoyances In Annual Air Travel Survey
Travelers Prioritize Value Over Comfort; U.S. Air Travel Set To Increase in 2013 NEWTON – Mass. – February 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel site*, today announced the results of its annual air travel survey of...
- Tips For Getting Upgraded At Your Favorite Hotel
Tips for Getting Upgraded at Your Favorite Hotel "Sometimes, the stars all seem to align—you arrive at your hotel, weary from your travels, and check in at the front desk. The smiling clerk announces you've been upgraded, and you make your way up...
- Southwest Airlines Announces Fares And Flights To/from Hartsfield-jackson Atlanta International Airport
- Initial Schedule of Fifteen Daily Departures Begins Feb. 12, 2012 - Fares starting as low as $79 one-way - Southwest, AirTran Take First Steps to Blend Frequent Flyer Programs ATLANTA, Aug. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) is...
- Delta Eliminates Skymiles Expiration
SkyMiles members gain new industry-leading benefit ATLANTA, Feb. 15, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) today announced it has eliminated the SkyMiles mileage expiration, creating a new industry-leading benefit for all members. This program...