Flights
How To Get Free Upgrades On Flights
We’ve all heard the stories – an unsuspecting couple are standing near the back of the queue at the airport, and all of a sudden they find themselves whisked from economy class to first, in an amazing stroke of luck through a free upgrade.
The New Air Zealand Cuddle Class
Have you ever been on a flight and wished you could spend more time with your partner, who has been seated a few rows away? Or had a honeymoon, only to find yourself sitting next to a grumpy traveller instead of your new spouse? It can be frustrating to spend the hours of a long-haul flight in isolation, and even when you are sitting next to the person you are holidaying with, the seats can be so cramped and tight that you can’t sit in comfort or enjoy the journey.
Are our flight expectations unrealistic?
A recent survey of cabin crew conducted by Virgin Atlantic has revealed that passengers can at times have expectations of their flight which are more outrageous than your average viewing of Little Britain. Crew have told researchers a number of stories about their passengers which illustrate the lack of knowledge which many travellers have when they first embark upon a flight, whether they are going long-haul or staying closer to home.
