I am writing this sitting on a plane in Minneapolis. First Class. I am now one of those people sitting in a big cushy seat with two of my very own arm rests, my computer out on the tray table, working, while the second-class passengers filter in. I feel at home here. All I'm missing is my business suit (really, these faded jeans will just not do).
This is the first time I have been a first class passenger, and I am thrilled. I just ordered a diet coke from the flight attendant, who brought it out -on a tray- way before the plane left the runway, let alone reached its cruising altitude! Soda in one hand, complimentary bottle of water in the other hand, sitting with my blanket and pillow, this is the life.
How did I get so rich so suddenly you ask? I didn't. I've been slowly selling my soul to Delta, and here finally is my reward: a complimentary first class upgrade from Minneapolis to Denver. Is it worth it? Yes.
About two years ago I switched alliances from American Airlines to Delta for no other reason than American stopped giving pillows and started charging for peanuts. Since that time, I have switched over all of my hotel and car rental rewards programs to earn Delta Skymiles. I also earn miles by reading ads at Miles for Minutes and dining at restaurants through the Skymiles dining program. So now, no matter where I sleep, eat, or what car I drive, I am earning my Delta miles. And apparently I have earned silver medallion status… which, in layman’s terms means I can check up to 2 bags free of charge.
This unprecedented upgrade was unexpected, and I wonder if it will ever happen again. Perhaps not; I may have just had my one and only first class experience. Regardless, I am hereby re-committing myself to Delta, in appreciation of the pillow, the water, the Sun Chips, the wifi, and the Twix bar.
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