How to get a flight upgrade

Hey there peeps,

Its almost that time again, where I will be jetting off to sunnier climates, but I am constantly asked how do I get an upgrade whilst travelling, I have blogged about this before, but here is a refresher course :)

It can be very hit and miss, it all depends, but I have found the following below helps, and if you are travelling alone its a definite plus.... as they are more likely to offer a single traveller rather than a couple or a group

Dress correctly

Make sure you look respectable for your flight. This doesn’t mean you have to turn up in a suit and tie, but if you are wearing jeans and a scruffy T-shirt, this isn’t likely to do you any favours.

Use special occasions to your advantage

If you’re off on your honeymoon, or it’s a special birthday, casually drop this into the conversation at the check-in desk. Even if you don’t get an upgrade, you might still get a glass of champagne. Of course, the downside to this is that if you’re checking in online, there are fewer opportunities to do this.

Join the club

If you join a frequent flyer scheme and regularly collect points or airmiles, you’ll show how loyal you are to the airline. And this may mean you get an upgrade. This is even more likely if you can get the top level of membership.

Check in at the right time

If you’re checking in at the airport, rather than online, leaving it as late as possible might be the key to an upgrade. If you’re on a busy flight and there are no economy seats left, you may be lucky enough to be moved into business or first class. Alternatively, you may be asked to wait for a later flight and you’ll then be upgraded as compensation. That said, this strategy can backfire and you may be left with the worst seats on the flight!

Just ask!

Finally, you could of course simply ask for an upgrade. However, if you are going to do this, don’t be demanding and don’t shout it out so that everyone else can hear. Airline staff get tired of people asking for upgrades, so don’t assume that just because you’ve asked, you’ll get what you want.


Until da next Tyme !

Upgrading - Travelling in style !

hey there all,

Travelling is FUN!

It is always better when we get to travel in style as it make the experience more exciting and lets face it comfortable

So let me give you a few of my trade secrets that has worked for me in the past whilst I have been travelling.

We all love to travel in style, I have yet to meet one person who doesn't, and it is something that is achievable without having a great deal of money, and is best reflected by your approach as a person and how you react / deal with situations.



Below is a few simple tips that I have used that has worked for me :

1. remember when travelling to look the part, wear something that is flattering and easy to travel in, but also that can be easily fit into place in business class or even first class


2. have one piece of designer carry on, that looks expensive it doesn't have to be, it just needs to look like good quality product.


3. walk with confidence- a certain air of aloofness, but not too much arrogance


4. smile - that is the best assets that will work in your favour


5. select one check in booth and focus on that person, be friendly , but with an attitude that you are a seasoned traveller


6. whilst checking in make eye contact and have a friendly conversation, enquire as to whether the flight is full, play on the fact that this is your first flight to that particular destination and how excited you are etc.
7. personalised your interaction with the check in staff, looking at body language as to how receptive they are with you
8. ask the direct question as if the flight isn't full what are the chances of you getting an upgrade, do this in a humorous and exciting way - remember this is your first trip.