Originally Posted by
cazoz
I don't think the O/P had a sense of expectation. It is a known phenomenon and understandable fascination, and so I don't think it's unfair to ask about the context of op-ups.
And if they are being doled out, how might he be higher on the list? Things like check-in and ordering special meals may affect this, so it's a fair question.
Jumping on him for merely asking about it is on par in this forum with "if you don't like it, hire a private jet" for usefulness.
+1. If there was anything that would help getting to the front of the queue for op-ups one would be stupid not to do it, unless of course you would refuse a free op-up or insist on paying the difference if it happened to you
, so there is no harm asking for advice.
You probably missed something off your list of don'ts though; having young kids/babies in tow...