Originally Posted by bobinjeffmo

There's going to be some who won't like my reply, but here's my advice. As a guy who use to be on aircraft all the time but then found myself suddenly disabled, I learned it's better to travel less but go first class than it is to fly coach but make more trips. Yes, there is a world of difference.

There are all sorts of ways we can earn frequent flyer miles that quickly add up. I have found that I usually only pay full fare around every 3rd trip if I'm careful and plan things out ahead. Once you're up front, the comfort and care go up considerably from the baggage check in - all the way to your much more comfy seat. Yes it's more expensive but not as much as you think. If you think that $20 to $50 more per hour you're in the air is a cost you're worth, then that's the only way to fly if you ask me. The additional care and attention given to first class customers is in a totally different league since that's where most airlines profits come from. No problems using the lavatory that's only being shared by a handful of clients who always have nicer manners and decorum. They don't lug all their possessions with them on the plane since there are no added charges for luggage (bet you didn't know that one) and of course there's a lot more room per person both in width and in legroom. The longer the trip, the more you'll be glad you made the switch. The days of Greyhound buses of the skies are over now that fares have gone up so it's time we either eat the higher ticket prices, drive, or just stay at home. Flying will never be easy as it once was, but it's also not as hard of chore when you've got a bit more attentive staff that really cares about your repeat business. Now go have a great trip!