Thread: Non-Rev Tips

Tips, hmm. Okay here are a few:

Have a printout of the schedule for any airline you are even considering flying in your carry on. This means you don't have to bug the airport personnel with questions about which flight is next and that options you have. They are busy. I know someone who brings cookies for the airport personnel every time she flies. A winning smile and cookies will get you a lot of helpful advice if you get stuck!

Speaking of which - Buy ZEDs or back up tickets. You never know when you'll have to reroute.

If you are flying with others, decided in advance if you can split up. You won't have time to discuss options if the gate agent only has 1 seat left - at least not if you actually want that seat.

Check with the locals regarding best places to eat/stay. There are a lot of correspondents on nonrev.net who are happy to give you the low down on their area or who have been virtually everywhere and have excellent advice.

Always be prepared to scrap the trip entirely if it looks like you can get there but can't get back or if things just look crazy. Heck, you can always go next weekend!