<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by kickballcity:
I noticed on a recent united nyc-lax flight there was at least one fewer flight attendant than normal, and two fewer on the way back (this was on united, coach) which meant an inconvenience mostly insofar as there was less beverage service. Still, annoying. Also, United's red carpet lounge at JFK had not a single person working there and the food was ghastly (still-frozen bagels and vacuum-sealed danishes). Food was no better at LAX and the drinks cost! -- what's up with that?</font>
Hi kickballcity. I can't provide much insight into your UA experience as I almost exclusively fly DL. In the DL Crown Room Clubs, we are provided very little that would pass for food. Hey, we'd be THRILLED with even a "still frozen bagel" or "vacuum sealed Danish"!! Best we've ever seen is snack mix and the occasional stale breakfast bar. The drinks, however, are "free" in the CRC so I guess that evens things out a bit.
On your FA question, I'm usually in First Class due to elite status with DL. I have noticed little difference in FA service recently. They have been attentive albeit somewhat distracted due to the uncertain state of affairs with DL.
I can identify with their distraction as many DL elites are suffering the same affliction. DL is rapidly raising the bar for elite status while at the same time removing most if not all of the benefits. But that's a topic for another thread...
I guess my advice is to be grateful for what little food selection is remaining in the RCC's. You might someday find yourself in a CRC where their is literally nothing to complain about!!
