First class is about pampering, and business class is about sleeping and working in comfort, says travel expert Gilbert Ott.Christian Charisius/Photo Alliance via Getty Images
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First-time flight upgraders should be aware of business and first-class etiquette.
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A flight expert shared his top tips to stand out to passengers who often book premium cabins.
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He said not to ask if everything is free in first class or expect too much in business class.
When you are flying first classEtiquette is key to blending in with the lavish crowd, especially if you’ve never been in one premium cabin for. The same goes for business class.
Travelers in First Class and Business Class can be pampered with welcome gifts, multi-course meals and private seating for lounging. Although tickets are not cheap, credit card and airline rewards programs have made the luxury cabins accessible to people who collect points and miles.
If you are upgrade a flight for the first time, Gilbert Ottwho flies an estimated 200,000 miles a year, has a few tips for those who want to blend in with the crowds of first and business class and avoid harassing more seasoned premium passengers.
Don’t ask if everything is free in first class
Most first class offers are included in the ticket price.imaginima/Getty Images
“I guess that’s etiquette first class is about indulgence,” Ott told Business Insider.
Ott advises against asking flight attendants if every bonus offer is free, because everything is free, from meals to sparkling wine.
And there’s nothing wrong with “filling your boots” to make the most of the benefits, he added.
Don’t expect too much in business class
Business class offers a less personal experience.eyes photo/Getty Images
While first-class passengers are often given personalized experiences and greeted by name, business flyers should not expect the same level of attention.
“Business class is about efficiency. It is a comfortable chair where you can sleep or work,” says Ott.
Employees serve dozens of people in business class, while first-class cabins typically carry fewer than 10 passengers, he added.
“There’s a lot of work that goes into all those meals and drinks,” Ott said. “So if you’re looking for an over-the-top experience, in First Class you can expect the staff to make the flight great. And that’s what you pay for.”
Do not hover over passengers in seats with doors
Seats with doors offer more privacy for passengers in premium cabins.Jun xu/Getty Images
If you’ve flown recently, you may have noticed that many business and first class cabins do doors added to each seat to give passengers more privacy.
Ott said you shouldn’t infringe on another traveler’s space to pick up items overhead bins.
“Don’t hover awkwardly over the person because the whole point of doors is so people can’t see in on you,” Ott said. “So when you wake up and someone is looking over you, it’s strange.”
Don’t take up too much space in the overhead bin
Please adhere to the space above your seat.Thomas Barwick/Getty Images
BI previously reported that passengers in premium cabins often sit in the cabin right to space above the headand according to Ott, the bins are usually not too busy. But that doesn’t mean you have to carry extra bags and put them wherever you want, as Ott has seen many passengers do.
Instead, Ott suggests keeping your limited belongings in the space above your seat.
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