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Behind the Curtain: Getting Upgraded to First Class

by spinshell

First, are you sure you want to get upgraded?  Think about it carefully, because once you’ve tasted the good life, it’s nearly impossible to go back.  But if you do want to try for that free upgrade, here are a few suggestions:

 

 

  1. Dress nice and look good.  Yeah, we know how nice it is to relax in sweatpants and a hoodie on those long flights, but it’s the truth.  Airlines want first class to look first class, so dress the part and leave the jeans and Ozzy t-shirt packed away.
  2. Ask.  Obvious isn’t it?  And generally you’re going to get a big fat “No”, but if they’re overbooked and the only available seats are in first class, you want to be on their radar when they look for people to move.
  3. Take advantage of special days.  If it’s your birthday, honeymoon, anniversary mention it to the service agents.  You may catch them in a good mood (note: good moods tend to be rare).
  4. Become a frequent flyer member.  They’re generally free to sign up and airlines will reward return customers.
  5. Be nice.  It’s amazing how far a smile goes.  Be nice to everyone you encounter and get to know them (don’t stalk or annoy them, just make polite conversation).  If you make an impression, they’ll remember you when the time comes.
   

Story by Agoda Company,

http://www.agoda.com

 

Agoda (agoda.com) is an online hotel reservations service which specializes in securing the lowest discount hotel prices in Asia. Agoda is part of Priceline.com (Nasdaq:PCLN). Agoda’s network includes 8,290 hotels in Asia and more than 49,700 worldwide. The staff of over 300 professionals, located throughout Asia, provides a first-rate reservation service that uniquely combines local knowledge and local connections to provide the best hotel deals to both business and leisure travelers.

In addition, Agoda customers participate in the Agoda Rewards Program, earning further discounts and free stays. Unlike programs that limit travelers to a single chain, the Agoda Rewards Program allows customers to redeem Rewards Points at thousands of hotels around the globe, at any time. A member of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), Agoda’s aim is to promote travel by making it more affordable and more accessible to more people. 

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One Response to “Behind the Curtain: Getting Upgraded to First Class”

  1. i'mlovinit Says:
    October 10th, 2008 at 00:24

    awesome article!! thanks!!

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