<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by jasons2e:
Would a small, local paper writer be successful at obtaining status simply on the fact that they write a travel column? Would airlines and hotel chains comp status, upgrades and other perks to a travel writer in hopes for some plugs or to reward plugs they see in writing samples? Any chance of getting even lifetime status for a travel writer so they have perks even when they stop writing? Does anyone know what is standard to expect from a company?
Assuming that companies would want to do something for travel writers. Is there a recommended way to ask for the perks? What should the writer tell the company or include in a letter?</font>
Contact Elbonian Airways. I'm pretty sure they'll comp you.
