But $700 is a big deal to a lot of people - especially since there's no lounge on either side, and perhaps they will spend $100 max on baggage, and perhaps the extra EQMs won't matter. As far as "better food," reports from behind the sheer curtain is that sometimes the pay-for-food is better. So, figure they buy food onboard or bring their own, plus drink to their hearts' content, and share a digeplayer each way - they are out $100 max. So, they are still $500 ahead.

When funds are tight, or even when they aren't tight but they aren't unlimited and that will pay for the F&B for the trip, or buy a new TV or other tangible lasting item, the no brainer cuts the other way.