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I'm relatively new here myself, so there are many who are much more knowledgable in the ways of CO than I am, but I'll try to help where I can.
Originally Posted by
Sati
1)I've been reading about FAMs being able to boot anyone from any seat. If I paid full price for a first class seat but get booted, do I at least get a refund? Or at least SOME kind of compensation? Or will they boot people who've been upgraded for free before they boot me?
I don't know CO's policy on this, but as a paid F passenger, I would imagine you would be last to get booted, and if you did, I would think you'd get compensation, regardless if you still flew F on the next flight. Sure others will speak to this point...
Originally Posted by
Sati
2)I prefer window seats over aisle seats. I picked the bulkhead seat on the first flight (1F), but I picked the back row window seat on the 737-500 (2F). According to Seatguru, the only thing separating first class with coach is a curtain. So if I recline all the way in my seat, will I be entering someone else's space directly behind me in coach? Or is there enough room between the two that I won't have to worry about that? I'll move up to the bulkhead seat for that flight too if I have to, though it seems like there's even less legroom in those bulkheads than in the 737-900s.
On the 735, I wouldn't worry about encroaching on the coach space, the person there will have plenty of room, even if you recline all the way. When I'm in Y (coach) and haven't been upgraded, I prefer that row to any other on the plane... regardless if the person sitting there reclines
Originally Posted by
Sati
3)This may be an odd question, but I don't fly much at all so I want to get the best view possible. For anyone familiar with either of these routes, is there a better view from the windows out of the left side of the plane or the right side? Or are they pretty much the same?
I can't speak directly to the view unfortunately. When I fly, I like to think about what side the sun will be on, as I like the sunbeam since I tend to get cold on planes. Don't think that will probably impact you too much though
Also, on some flights with IFE, the FAs prefer that you keep your window shade closed to remove glare on the monitors. Of course if you're flying over the Grand Canyon, the pilot typically announces it (at least when I've flown) and that's big enough to see from both sides of the plane.
Originally Posted by
Sati
4)I've been reading about when meals are served during what times, but I'm still a little confused. Will I get served food on either/both/neither flights? And will they be full meals or just a peanuts-and-a-soda type thing?
They will definitely feed you more than peanuts... if you look at your reservation it will typically tell you what meals (if any) are served in both cabins.
Originally Posted by
Sati
6)Are the President's Clubs at the airports open to me since I bought a first-class ticket? Or are they only open to members/frequent flyers?
I think someone answered this already. Nope, sorry, only international.
Have a great trip!
EWRGirl