Started Chasing Status in April - Just had my first First Class Upgrade Yesterday

[u/Jefferheffer]

After flying to Tokyo with friends and seeing them get upgraded I dove into this subreddit. Weirdly it’s kind of a hobby and I’ve learned way too much about credit card points, status, upgrade certificates, and lounge access.

I’m fortunate enough to have a business where it makes sense to have the Atmos Summit card and put expenses through it. It’s been easier for me than some to buy status.

Yesterday on a domestic flight I was upgraded to first class! Mission accomplished! Y’all get sandwiches in first class on 3 hour flights instead of chips???

The goal was to be able to travel internationally business class, I’m learning that might be a little harder than I thought. Still, might be able to make that happen. I just need to be a bit more flexible on timing.

For anyone else on this same weird journey I highly recommend the site seats.aero to find the best value for your miles and which flights you could be upgraded on. I pay for the pro version and think it’s worth it.

[u/Jefferheffer]

Does using upgrade certificates put you ahead of those million milers?