FlyerTalk Forums - View Single Post - Flight prices
Thread: Flight prices
View Single Post
Old Jun 23, 2014, 1:14 pm
  #12  
subject2load
 
Join Date: Sep 2013
Programs: BAEC Gold, EK Skywards (enhanced Blue !), Oman Air Sindbad Gold
Posts: 6,393
Originally Posted by eternaltransit
That said, if the extra 2000 is a budget breaker, then I would advise the OP to actually fly Y, which would be around 1500 GBP for two, save your 2.5k (or 4.5k) and spend that on accommodations in Thailand - your 2.5k or 4.5k GBP will go a lot further towards enjoying your honeymoon than spending it on 24 hours in a nicer seat and slightly nicer food on board (and lounges that you'll have access to for 6 or 7 hours). 24 hours in a nicer seat, or an extra 3-4 nights at some of the finest resorts on the island...
These are well-made points.

Whilst I have never had cause to regret my own decision to fly in premium cabins, I am always very wary of actively encouraging others to do so IF they seem in any way uneasy about the cost involved. Everyone has different priorities and different budgets.
subject2load is offline