Join your airline’s loyalty scheme before booking. In upgradeland, frequent fliers are rewarded first. Photograph: GettyThe days of short-haul upgrades are long gone but when it comes to longer distances, the dream lives on. It’s not a dream that will land in your lap – it will take prep. You need to manage your expectations.
In upgradeland, frequent fliers are rewarded first and while those who have racked up the miles will be looked on most favourably, new members can sometimes be rewarded by airlines clever enough to want to guarantee repeat custom. Don’t forget to tell the check-in staff you’re a new member, but be subtle about it.
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