Sometimes the best upgrade is the one you do not take.
Normally, that would be an easy decision. My general rule of thumb is that if a domestic first class upgrade costs less than about $50 per hour of flight time, it is worth it. I’ll pay more on certain routes and if a lie-flat seat is available. But even the “Oasis” recliner seat on AA is more comfortable, service is better, and I find I can work far more efficiently than in economy class.
But this flight was different.
A great solo travel tip spotted this week on Live and Let's Fly.
